Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. J.F. Brennan Company is a 100-year-old, family-owned company specializing in water-based environmental remediation and marine construction. They are seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in marine construction and heavy civil infrastructure markets by developing strategic partnerships and maintaining strong relationships with industry stakeholders.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with owners, engineers, general contractors, and industry partners within the marine construction and heavy civil infrastructure markets (bridges, ports, dams, waterfront structures, dredging, etc.)
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities through proactive networking, client outreach, and participation in industry events
- Collaborate with Operations, Project Controls, and Marketing teams to develop proposals, presentations, and targeted promotional materials aligned with marine construction services
- Manage client information and activity tracking in Brennan’s CRM system to ensure visibility and alignment across business units
- Represent Brennan at trade shows, conferences, and association meetings to promote marine construction capabilities
- Champion the Brennan Client Experience by delivering exceptional service and communication throughout the project lifecycle
Skills
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or Construction Management—or equivalent experience
- 5+ years of experience in business development, client relations, or project management within marine construction, heavy civil, infrastructure, or related markets
- Strong understanding of marine construction services such as marine foundations, pile driving, dredging, bridge construction, or waterfront infrastructure
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to work independently while collaborating across technical and operational teams
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office; familiarity with CRM systems (Microsoft Dynamics preferred)
- Willingness to travel up to 60% within the U.S
Benefits
- Group health, dental and vision insurance plans
- 401(K) program with generous matching
- Annual bonus eligibility
- Profit-sharing program
Company Overview
Brennan's mission is to create and execute innovative solutions to the world’s most complex maritime, environmental, and infrastructure challenges. It was founded in 1919, and is headquartered in La Crosse, Wisconsin, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is http://jfbrennan.com.