Regional Business Development Director

Build More with Your Career at Christman

Are you interested in becoming an employee-owner with a leading national general contractor that will provide you with opportunities to Build More in your professional career? The Christman Company is looking for a Regional Business Development Director to lead all business development activities in the greater southeast Michigan region based in our downtown Detroit office.

At Christman, we don't just build buildings-we build people, partnerships, and lasting community impact. As a 100% employee-owned company, every team member has a personal stake in our success and the freedom to make a difference.

We're looking for a strategic, results-oriented leader to drive our growth in southeast Michigan. As Regional Business Development Director, you'll be the face of Christman in the region-championing our brand, building trusted relationships, and securing opportunities that align with our strengths and values.

You'll be responsible for the strategic direction and execution of business development in the Detroit region. That includes leading pursuits, forming high-impact partnerships, and ensuring we're consistently positioned as a preferred partner in target markets like healthcare, higher education, government, and commercial development.

In this role, you will:

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  Lead the development and execution of the region's business development strategy, with a focus on long-term growth and client relationships.

  
  
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  Identify and qualify new opportunities, building a robust pipeline aligned with our expertise and goals.

  
  
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  Cultivate deep relationships with clients, designers, consultants, and community leaders across southeast Michigan.

  
  
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  Collaborate with internal teams-project executives, preconstruction, marketing, and leadership-to drive effective pursuits and support strategic go/no-go decisions.

  
  
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  Lead RFQ/RFP responses, interviews, and proposal development strategies that reflect Christman's brand and capabilities.

  
  
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  Represent Christman externally at networking events, conferences, and association meetings to enhance our visibility and connection to the market.

  
  
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  Stay on top of regional trends, emerging markets, and competitor activity to ensure our strategies are responsive and forward-thinking.

  
  

You're a builder-of trust, of teams, and of market presence. With a strong sense of strategy and a passion for connecting people to purpose, you know how to turn conversations into opportunities.

Our ideal candidate has:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or related field of study.
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  10+ years of relevant business development experience, preferably in the construction, AEC, or real estate industries.

  
  
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  Established connections in southeast Michigan and a strong understanding of the regional construction landscape.

  
  
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  Proven leadership in pursuit strategy and client engagement, including success in positioning and winning complex projects.

  
  
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  Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the confidence to represent Christman with clients and community partners.

  
  
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  A collaborative, team-first mindset, with the ability to work across departments and leadership levels to drive results.

  
  

At Christman, being part of the team means being part of something bigger. Here's what you can expect:

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  Employee Ownership: Every employee is an owner from day one-your work directly impacts our success, and you share in the reward.

  
  
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  A Legacy of Excellence: For over 125 years, Christman has delivered exceptional projects while earning national recognition for safety, quality, and integrity.

  
  
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  A Values-Based Culture: Our core values-honesty, integrity, teamwork, excellence, and service-aren't just words. They guide everything we do.

  
  
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  Real Career Growth: We invest in your development with leadership programs, mentorship, and the opportunity to advance your career in meaningful ways.

  
  
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  Impactful Work: From transformative healthcare campuses to cutting-edge learning environments, the projects we pursue change communities for the better.

  
  

This position is based in our Detroit, MI office, supporting business development efforts across southeast Michigan. You'll play a vital role in expanding our market share and building long-term relationships in this growing region.

Notice to Recruiting Agencies (Unsolicited Resumes): The Christman Company does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our applicant tracking system, website, or to any Christman employee/affiliates. Any unsolicited resumes sent to Christman employees or its' affiliates will be considered property of The Christman Company and will be processed accordingly. Christman will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume without an executed agreement and assigned to a specific search.

The Christman family of companies is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.