Business Development Associate

Business Development Associate

$60000 - $90000 per year | New York, NY | On-site | Permanent

Business Development Associate – $60K–$80K + Bonus + Company Car! Join a Growing Team Where Relationships Matter!

A bit about us:

Our client is a well-established, industry-leading electrical contractor with a long-standing reputation for delivering high-quality commercial and industrial projects. Backed by the resources and stability of a respected organization, their rapidly expanding teams offer the energy, opportunity, and entrepreneurial spirit of a growing business.

What truly sets them apart is their people-first culture. They believe strong relationships are the foundation of success, whether with customers, employees, or industry partners. With a commitment to teamwork, employee recognition, and continued growth, they're looking for someone who brings enthusiasm, initiative, and a genuine passion for connecting with people.

Why join us?

• Competitive base salary of $60,000–$80,000, depending on experience
• Annual performance bonus opportunities
• Company vehicle, gas card, and applicable expense reimbursement
• Direct exposure to senior branch leadership
• Opportunity to help shape customer relationships and employee engagement
• Fast-paced, growing organization with opportunities for professional development
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, 401(k) with matching, PTO, and tuition reimbursement

Job Details

We're seeking an energetic, outgoing, and relationship-driven Business Development Associate to help grow our business, strengthen customer relationships, and contribute to an exceptional team culture.

This is a unique opportunity for someone who loves connecting with people and thrives in a fast-paced environment. You'll work closely with branch leadership, develop new business opportunities, build relationships with customers, and serve as a positive, visible presence across the organization.

What You'll Do:

Business Development & Customer Relationships

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities through prospecting, networking, market research, and customer outreach.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with prospective and existing customers.
• Conduct cold calls, emails, and in-person meetings to generate leads and secure new business opportunities.
• Research potential customers, upcoming construction projects, and market trends to identify growth opportunities.
• Qualify leads, coordinate introductory meetings, and help expand the sales pipeline.
• Maintain accurate customer records, prospect information, and activity tracking within the CRM.
• Partner closely with branch leadership to support customer relationships, business development initiatives, and strategic growth.

Employee Engagement & Branch Culture

• Serve as an enthusiastic, approachable representative of the organization, building relationships with employees, customers, and industry partners.
• Maintain a visible presence at active jobsites, connecting with field teams and strengthening customer relationships.
• Help coordinate employee appreciation initiatives, birthday celebrations, recognition programs, and company events.
• Support initiatives that promote teamwork, employee engagement, and a positive workplace culture.
• Act as a trusted partner to branch leadership, assisting with special projects and day-to-day relationship-building efforts.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in business development, sales, account management, client relations, or another customer-facing role.
• An outgoing, energetic, and positive personality with a natural ability to connect with people.
• Strong communication, networking, and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and comfortable initiating conversations with new customers.
• Ability to balance prospecting, customer meetings, jobsite visits, and employee engagement activities.
• Strong organizational skills and proficiency with CRM systems and Microsoft Office.
• Experience in construction, electrical contracting, or B2B services is a plus, but not required.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, or a related field preferred.
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel locally.

If you're a natural people person who loves building relationships, bringing positive energy to a team, and helping a growing business succeed, we'd love to hear from you!

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