Business Development Manager (Project Management)

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Job Title:

Business Development Manager

Job Details:

Full Time Salaried Position 

Work Remotely: 

No 

Job Type 

Full-time

Summary:

The Business Development Manager “BDM” is responsible for contributing to TRDI's Mission “To Create and Enhance Life Opportunities for People with Barriers & Disabilities” and Core Values “Integrity, Innovation, Compassion, Communication, and Courage.” This position involves growth and success in TRDI's Entrepreneurial Operating System “EOS” through the identification, pursuit, acquisition, and management of contracts that are consistent with TRDI's Business Plan. The BDM is responsible for creating strategies to ensure TRDI wins bids, establishes customer relationships (Federal, State, Local Governments, Universities, and Private sectors customers), and comprehends the complex procurement processes in various industries. This role involves collaborating with various stakeholders internally and externally to ensure that technical and price proposals are completed accurately and on schedule to meet marketing strategy to include Quarterly, 1-Year, 3-Year, and 10-Year goals.

Qualifications

• In-depth understanding of federal procurement processes and regulations.
• Excellent analytical and strategic thinking abilities.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Advanced knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulation, Service Contract Act, Davis Bacon Act, AbilityOne Program, Department of Labor Regulation Wage & Hour, OSHA, etc.) National Labor Relations Act, and other applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and industry business practices.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Extensive working knowledge of Microsoft Office Applications.

 Duties:

• 1. Sourcing Business

  • Develop and execute comprehensive business development strategies aligned with quarterly, annual, 3-year, and 10-year goals.
  • Regularly travel for customer and site visits to strengthen relationships and gather market intelligence.
  • Monitor federal, state, local government, university, and private sector solicitations and procurement opportunities.
  • Analyze market trends to identify potential contracts that match TRDI's capabilities.
  • Cultivate and maintain relationships with government agencies, prime contractors, and industry partners.
  • Build trust and gather insights to enhance TRDI's competitive positioning.
  • Contribute to the development of compelling technical and pricing proposals tailored to customer needs and solicitation requirements.
  • Ensure compliance with all relevant federal, state, local, and agency rules and regulations.
  • Manager opportunity pipelines and monitor various acquisition vehicles (e.g., FedBizOpps, ESBD, SAePS)

   

  2. Proposal Management

  •   Collaborate with stakeholders internally and externally of TRDI to understand customer needs and the scope of projects.
  • Lead the creation and development from cradle to grave proposal development process for both technical and price proposals and submit timely while meeting all customers' solicitation requirements.
  • Create and maintain a proposal library with templates, tables, workbooks, case studies, and other reusable content.
  • Work with cross-functional teams internally and externally to TRDI to develop, implement and manage contract budgets based on price proposals.

   

  3. Contract Management

  • Collaborate with the department management team to support the organization's goals in achieving revenue targets by providing accurate and well-structured proposals.
  • Manage the contract lifecycle, from drafting and negotiations to execution and renewal.
  • Draft, review, and negotiate contracts, agreements, and amendments with customers, suppliers, subcontractors, and other partners.
  • Ensure contracts are aligned with company policies, legal requirements, and industry standards.
  • Monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with PWS/SOW, contract deliverables, terms and conditions and resolve issues that may arise.
  • Interface with project managers to facilitate a seamless transition from contract award to project initiation.
  • Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all proposals and contracts, including amendments, task orders, and change orders.
  • Ensure all proposals and contracts are properly documented, organized, and accessible for future reference.
  • Create and maintain a comprehensive database of proposals, contracts, and related documents for easy access.

   

  4. Continuous Improvement & Quality Control

  • Keep abreast of industries' best practices, emerging trends, industry standards, and changes in regulations.
  • Track key performance indicators (KPIs) such as pipeline value, proposal submission rates, and contract awards and measure the effectiveness of business development efforts.
  • Execute best practices and lessons learned from KPIs to improve processes, efficiency, and effectiveness in the proposal and contract management process.
  • Utilize data analysis tools and reports to make informed decisions and provide regular reports to internal and external team members.

   

   

   

Pay:

Commensurate with education and experience

Benefits:

• 401(k) (employee contribution)
• Employer paid Health Insurance, Life AD&D Insurance,
• Dental insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Long term and short term disability insurance available (paid by employer)
• Employee assistance program

·      Paid time off includes holidays and vacations

Schedule:

• Typical Monday thru Friday with some overnight travel to various job-sites.

COVID-19 considerations:

COVID policies are under review with a strong emphasis on vaccination. Vaccination is incentivized.

Office Work Location:

 

San Antonio, TX, and travel to job-sites in nine states

 

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