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Business Development Manager
Madison, WI US
Job Description
One of our clients, a respected design and consulting firm with deep roots in the Midwest is hiring a Business Development Manager to join their Madison team. This is a high-impact, relationship-driven role focused on expanding market share in sectors such as higher ed, healthcare, commercial, and industrial development.
The ideal candidate brings strong local ties, experience selling technical services, and the ability to blend business strategy with technical insight. If you enjoy being out in the market, influencing key partnerships, and helping shape long-term growth, this is a chance to do it with a well-established team behind you.
Description:
- Build and maintain relationships with clients, partners, and key industry stakeholders
- Lead strategic growth initiatives within core markets (education, healthcare, commercial, industrial)
- Collaborate with internal teams to align market strategies with technical capabilities
- Participate in project oversight and ensure alignment between client goals and internal delivery
- Represent the firm at industry events, networking functions, and community initiatives
Job Requirements
- 8+ years of experience in business development, sales, or client relations within the AEC space
- Familiarity with architecture/engineering consulting services and public/private development cycles
- Strong understanding of Wisconsin’s AEC market, particularly in the Madison area
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field (Engineering, Planning, Architecture, etc.)
- Licensure (PE, PLA, AICP) preferred but not required
- Previous experience in project management is a bonus
Additional Information
Why This Opportunity:
- Join a legacy firm that’s privately held and employee-owned
- Hybrid schedule with flexibility and autonomy
- Access to leadership development and mentorship programs
- Robust benefits: healthcare, PTO, 401(k), ESOP, tuition reimbursement, and more
Meet Your Recruiter
Mark Gawronski, CPC
Director of Training
Hired in 2013, Mark Gawronski serves as the Director of Training and a Senior Employment Consultant for AllianceStaff. Mark started his career in recruiting immediately following his college career at UW-Whitewater where he graduated with his Bachelor’s Degree in Journalism Advertising and participated on their nationally ranked football team. He is a high energy leader with a skill to connect and build relationships. His ultimate goal is to develop more of a partnership, where he is an extension to the search, both on the company and candidate side. Mark is CPC certified by the National Association of Personnel Services and also participates on the Board of Directors for our state association, Recruiters of Wisconsin.
Mark is a family man and loves spending quality time with his wife and three kids. In his free time, Mark enjoys playing golf, following his favorite sports teams (The Green Bay Packers and the Whitewater Warhawks) and doing DIY projects.