Business Development Specialist

This role supports business growth for Cochran Engineering through prospecting, client relationship development, and proposal and marketing support across the Southwest Missouri/Northwest Arkansas territory.

Responsibilities

• Research and identify prospective clients, projects, and market opportunities
• Help develop and maintain relationships with current and potential clients
• Coordinate client outreach, including meetings and follow-up communications
• Maintain and update CRM databases to track business development activities and opportunities
• Support leadership with client meeting preparation, presentations, and networking events
• Attend industry conferences, trade shows, and community events to represent the company and build relationships
• Coordinate proposal schedules, deadlines, and submission requirements
• Assist with preparation and formatting of proposals, qualifications packages, and presentations
• Collect project details, resumes, and supporting materials for marketing and proposal efforts
• Maintain proposal libraries and marketing collateral
• Track and report key business development metrics and activity
• Support market research and target account development
• Assist with implementation of business development plans and growth initiatives
• Identify opportunities to improve business development processes and efficiency

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, or related field
• 3+ years of professional experience in business development, marketing, sales support, client relations, or related field
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent organizational and project coordination abilities
• Experience with CRM systems and proposal coordination
• Ability to build relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Self-motivated with a desire to grow into a business development professional

Preferred characteristics

• Strong interpersonal and networking skills
• Professional presence and confidence interacting with clients
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple priorities
• Creative thinker with strong problem-solving abilities
• Interest in developing long-term client relationships and contributing to company growth initiatives

Location

• Osage Beach, MO (onsite)

Technology

• CRM systems