Job title: Business Development Senior Specialist
Company: Olsson
Job description: Company DescriptionWe are Olsson, a team-based, purpose-driven engineering and design firm. Our solutions improve communities, and our people make it possible.Our most meaningful asset is our people, and we are dedicated to providing an environment where they can continue to learn, grow, and thrive. Our entrepreneurial spirit is what has allowed us – and will continue to allow us – to grow. The result? Inspired people, amazing designs, and projects with purpose.Job DescriptionAs a Business Development Senior Specialist in our Water Market, you will act as a subject matter expert who consults firm-wide in water business development expertise and will lead functional teams or projects in business development pursuits by utilizing specialized breadth of expertise. In addition, you will interpret internal or external issues and develop solutions to ensure business development programs and projects meet the team’s overall objectives.Other responsibilities include staying abreast of changes in the business development environment, working collaboratively to drive and execute a robust business development strategy that aligns with the firm’s strategic goals, monitor the effectiveness of that strategy, and develop plans to improve effectiveness. You will partner with technical leaders, marketing, and client experience resources to create and communicate intelligence information, and to interpret best practices, internal, and external information to create effective solutions and help develop a winning client pursuit approach.QualificationsYou are passionate about:
- Working collaboratively with others
- Having ownership in the work you do
- Using your talents to positively affect communities
You bring to the team:
- Excellent communication skills
- Ability to contribute and work well on a team
- Previous experience in project management and client management
- Specialized expertise in water business development
- Good interpersonal, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Ability to develop and foster effective professional relationships internally and externally
- Strong sales and negotiation skills
- Minimum 8 years’ experience in a business development role
- Bachelor’s Degree in marketing, business, communication, public relations, or related field is preferred
- Willingness to travel
- Valid driver’s license with a good driving history
Additional InformationOlsson is a nationally recognized, employee-owned firm specializing in planning and design, engineering, field services, environmental, and technology. Founded in 1956 on the very mindset that drives us today, we’re here to improve communities by making them more sustainable, better connected, and more efficient. Simply put, we work to leave the world better than we found it.As an Olsson employee, you’ll receive our traditional benefits package (health care, vision, dental, paid time off, etc.), plus you’ll:
- Become an owner in the company after your first year through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
- Engage in work that has a positive impact on communities
- Receive an excellent 401(k) match
- Participate in a wellness program promoting balanced lifestyles
- Benefit from a bonus system that rewards performance
- Have the possibility for flexible work arrangements
Please note: The benefits listed above apply to full-time employees. If you’re applying for an internship, you can learn more about internship-specific offerings and experiences at Olsson by visiting .Olsson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We encourage qualified minority, female, veteran, and disabled candidates to apply and be considered for open positions. We do not discriminate against any applicant for employment or any employee because of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender, disability, age, military status, or other protected status.Olsson understands the importance of privacy and is committed to protecting job applicants’ personal information. Pursuant to the California Consumer Privacy Act, as amended by the California Privacy Rights Act (collectively, the “CCPA”), this notice explains Olsson’s practices regarding the collection, use, and disclosure of personal information for job applicants residing in California. Please read this Notice carefully to understand our privacy practices.For more information about the types of information we collect and how we use it in connection with your general access and use of our website, please review our general California Privacy Notice .
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Location: Fayetteville, AR
Job date: Thu, 08 May 2025 00:51:16 GMT
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