Director, Client Development - Food & Beverage

Director, Client Development - Food defining client goals and objectives; conditions of success; client communication; technical analysis; project development; presentation of project delivery approach to the client; and ongoing relationship development. Lead and coordinate market and trend analysis; client and business development planning; account planning; pipeline analysis; forecasts; and account performance evaluation. Communicate relevant information on targeted clients, contacts, and opportunities.

Lead and/or assist on client requests for proposals, targeted client pursuits, marketing campaigns, customer presentations, trade and industry networking events, interface with client representatives, and perform other duties as needed. Make an impact day-to-day with your skills and expertise, while strengthening relationships with our clients and the Design Group team. Requirements 15+ years of experience leading the development, design and construction of facilities, including programming, schematic design, design development, construction documents, permit acquisition, preconstruction, construction, and operations turn-over.

Leadership skills and experience with a drive to grow and expand local, regional clients and national clients. The ability to structure and lead development of design, design-build, and EPC projects for cGMP manufacturing and distribution facilities. An understanding of facility operational requirements, people and material flows, adjacency schemes, automation, environmental classifications, and an understanding of various industry regulatory requirements.

Demonstrated ability to anticipate future market trends, adapt to changing circumstances, and continuously seek ways to improve project outcomes and client experience. Entrepreneurial drive with a passion for client relationship development, paired with a keen understanding of the client decision-making process. Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to deliver impactful presentations and build consensus across internal and external teams.

Ability to break down complex problems into manageable components, identify core issues, and develop innovative solutions. Skilled in prioritizing critical details and managing multiple relationships, opportunities, and projects concurrently. A working knowledge of local, state, and federal building codes and requirements.

Experience in the development, design, and delivery of greenfield, brownfield, renovations