Business Development Manager

Heery International Inc. is looking for talent!  We seek a dynamic, organized, highly motivated and experienced marketing professional. We want to enhance our growth in providing professional services (design and construction) in the Chicago area (knowledge of the Chicago and Illinois design and construction markets is key). Heery is a progressive, multi-disciplined design/construction management firm with over 1100 employees located in 30 offices throughout the US and Europe. We deliver outstanding design and construction management services to a diverse range of clients. By combining talents and resources from throughout the Heery family, we offer clients a broad range of solutions that can be individually tailored to each unique situation.

Founded in 1952, Heery has been recognised annually with numerous design awards, and by industry publications such as Building Design and Construction and Engineering-News Record. We are consistently listed as one of the nations top ranked firms.

The Business Development Manager is responsible for identifying and converting opportunities into professional services sales in accordance with the strategic objectives of the firm. This position will report directly to the Sr. VP, Regional Manager of the Central Region of the company. The successful candidate will be responsible for generating business opportunities for the Chicago office in its target markets. They will become involved in local and national organizations to further business contacts and lead exchanges. The Business Development Manager will maintain contact with existing clients and research and develop new client opportunities through planned marketing, sales and public relations activities.

We seek a self starter who is able to maintain focus on marketing objectives, has experience in the design, construction or consulting industry, possesses a proactive, respectful, positive, professional and creative approach with people, is able to listen effectively and communicate clearly and completely in written and oral presentations and formats, has the ability to develop and deliver effective presentations and procure contracts, and can show proven success selling professional services. Degree in a field related to our industry preferred (architecture, construction or engineering).

In return, we offer an exciting environment in which to continue your career - with ample opportunities for continual growth - and a competitive salary and a full benefits package. If this sounds like the challenge you are looking for - please submit a resume and cover letter to Paige Yauger - email submission preferred: pyauger@heery.com   or fax:  404-419-9019  All offers subject to taking/passing Heery's substance abuse screen.  EOE  M/F/D/V Please see our website for more information about our firm.