Business Development Manager (Part-Time)

SEH

3d • $60 - $80

About The Position

Imagine being an employee-owner of a company guided by engaged and empowered team members like yourself. Where a culture of respect, flexibility, and accountability aren't just ideals - they're our foundation, and diverse backgrounds and perspectives are valued as drivers of innovation and growth. Join us, as together, we are Building a Better World for All of Us®. You belong at SEH SEH is currenting searching for a Business Development Manager (Part-Time) to join our talented Sales team! Why our employee-owners love SEH: "I was on vacation last week and had zero concerns that my colleagues would help out with anything that came into my inbox!" – GIS Analyst "What company has a CEO who cares enough to seek out one-on-one conversations ranging from 'How are you?' to 'What do you think would help the company?' SEH, that's who. " – Civil Engineering Technician "Having the feeling that my voice matters and believing that SEH truly cares about the employees is so satisfying!" – Sr Financial Analyst "It feels good having colleagues and supervisors that provide support and resources for growth and learning!" – Civil Engineer "This is the first company I've worked for with a true entrepreneurial spirit." – Sr Mechanical Engineer Why you’ll love SEH: Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company’s success Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training Work arrangements that promote work/life balance Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice Position Overview The Arizona Business Development Manager (Part-Time) drives strategic growth by prioritizing the Sales RPCL’s defined priorities for the Arizona market. This role blends strategic execution, deep knowledge of Arizona municipal and private project landscapes, and hands-on proposal development. The ideal candidate is highly organized, results-driven, and able to advance priority initiatives within a limited, part-time schedule through cross-functional collaboration and targeted outreach.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred; relevant experience may substitute.
• 3–5 years of business development, market development, or proposal writing experience in Arizona (municipal or private sectors preferred).
• Strong understanding of Arizona public sector processes, procurement, and local project landscapes.
• Proven ability to develop and execute strategic plans within a limited, part-time schedule.
• Proficiency with CRM tools, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), and collaboration platforms (SharePoint, Teams, or equivalent).
• Excellent written and verbal communication, and strong collaboration skills.
• Ability to travel within Arizona as needed (reasonable accommodation for remote work).
• This position requires an MVR records check verifying that you possess a valid driver’s license and a driving record which meets the requirements of SEH’s Driving Program.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing RFP/RFQ processes in Arizona public or private sectors.
• Track record of securing and supporting strategic projects through a full lifecycle from opportunity to close.
• Knowledge of local/state funding or financing considerations relevant to Arizona projects.

Responsibilities

• Strategic Opportunity Identification & Prioritization Research and map Arizona municipal and private market opportunities aligned with the Sales RPCL’s strategic priorities. Maintain a prioritized opportunity pipeline and regularly update the Sales RPCL on progress, risks, and alignment with targets. Align outreach plans to critical timelines, funding windows, and procurement cycles.
• Relationships & Market Engagement Develop and leverage relationships with key Arizona municipal decision-makers, private developers, and partners. Coordinate with the Sales Practice to advance discussable opportunities, initiate pursuit strategies, and secure needed input for proposals. Collaborate with Technical Teams to ensure feasibility and alignment with team capacities.
• Proposal Development & Submission Lead or co-create compelling proposal components, including scope and approach, win themes, pricing strategies, and compliant documentation. Ensure proposals reflect Arizona market needs, regulatory considerations, and client-specific requirements. Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) and relevant teams to produce timely, high-quality submissions.
• Pipeline Management & Execution Track milestones, deliverables, and success metrics for each opportunity; maintain accurate CRM records. Monitor engagement activities to ensure timely follow-through and adherence to budget and resource constraints. Support post-award transition planning when opportunities convert to ongoing projects.
• Internal Collaboration & Governance Coordinate cross-functional touchpoints to maintain alignment with strategic priorities (marketing, operations, legal, finance). Provide status updates, insights, and recommendations to Sales leadership for decision-making. Contribute process improvements that optimize part-time execution and maximize impact within available hours.
• Administrative & Reporting Tasks Maintain calendars for meetings, deadlines, and renewal opportunities relevant to Arizona accounts. Prepare concise summaries, dashboards, and status communications for internal stakeholders. Ensure relevant documentation is organized and accessible in shared systems.

Benefits

• Collaborate on amazing projects of varying size and complexity that positively impact communities
• Being 100% employee-owned means we all share in the company’s success
• Career development through continued education, licensure/certification, skills, and technical training
• Work arrangements that promote work/life balance
• Flexible holidays enable individuals to tailor their festivities
• Paid Family Leave provides time to care for loved ones, whether family by birth or family by choice

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees