Business Development Manager

Overview

Location(s):
Denver, Seattle, Portland, Phoenix
Practice/Department:
Marketing
Work Environment:
Hybrid
Compensation: $119,000-$137,000 annually*

Dudek’s journey began in 1980 with a vision to serve Southern California’s water and wastewater agencies.

Today, we are a 100% employee‑owned firm supporting clients nationwide and delivering projects that improve and protect the built and natural environments of communities throughout the United States. Our work has been recognized by leading industry organizations, and we’ve been honored with multiple national Top Workplace Awards.

Our employee‑owners are unified by a singular commitment to supporting projects that address key societal issues, such as the transition to renewable energy, infrastructure hardening and repair, environmental protection, and community resilience.

Learn more about our award‑winning culture
, the benefits and perks of being a Dudekian, and the projects you will have the opportunity to shape.

Who You Are

As an employee‑owner
, you embrace accountability, working safely, and collaboration while thinking resourcefully and independently.

Like all Dudekians, you are curious and solution‑oriented
, with the ability to adapt quickly to changes and approach challenges with a spirit of innovation
.

How You’ll Make an Impact

Dudek is seeking a proactive and strategic Business Development Manager to support client and market sector strategies. This role is ideal for a candidate who thrives on expanding market presence and driving strategic business development across multiple geographies and sectors including energy, water, and federal.

As a key member of our Marketing and Business Development team, you will translate strategy into execution, supporting multi‑disciplinary teams and implementing client‑centric programs that differentiate Dudek in competitive markets. You will serve as a visible ambassador of our brand, enabling strong client connections and supporting opportunities for growth across diverse service areas.

Candidates in Denver, Seattle, Portland, and Phoenix strongly preferred, but will consider candidates in California.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Client Relationship Support
  • Facilitate meetings with internal teams to advance opportunities and partnerships.
  • Facilitate Dudek presence at select conferences and client and industry events to support client connections with appropriate technical experts.
  • Facilitate pre‑and post‑event follow‑up, ensuring meaningful client interactions and identifying opportunities for collaboration.
  • Coordinate attendance at select client meetings and events such as consultant industry day events, pre‑proposal meetings, professional organizations, and board meetings etc.
  • Ensure CRM data integrity by maintaining accurate and timely updates to client records, opportunities, and interactions
  • Maintain and report client‑engagement metrics including touchpoint frequency, relationship stage progression, win/loss and key client advancement
• Strategic Business Development
  • Lead strategic capture planning and Go/No‑Go decision‑making for pursuits.
  • Maintain and update the CRM and opportunity pipeline to support proactive pursuit planning.
  • Collaborate with client champions and subject matter experts (SMEs) to align business development efforts with Sector and Business Plans.
• Market Intelligence and Expansion
  • Conduct market research to identify trends, funding mechanisms, and service gaps.
  • Evaluate professional organizations, conferences, and events that align with growth goals.
  • Collaborate with SMEs to pursue thought leadership presentations at key conferences and events.
  • Support the introduction of new services tailored to client needs and regulatory landscapes.
• Marketing and Collateral Development
  • Coordinating with marketing and creative teams to develop strategic marketing collateral, including brochures, and digital content that resonate with local audiences.
  • Partner with creative and digital teams to execute targeted campaigns that elevate Dudek’s visibility in current and emerging markets.
  • Support writing, managing and QA/QC for proposal development and pre‑qualification submissions.
• Internal Collaboration…