Now Hiring - CMD Electric - Business Development Manager in Pleasanton, CA

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Overview: CMD Electric is a growing commercial electrical contractor rooted in integrity, innovation, and customer commitment. We power complex projects across California with precision and professionalism. At CMD, our people are our power -- and we're looking for someone who's ready to help us grow strategically. CMD Electric is seeking an experienced and driven Electrical Business Development Manager to lead client acquisition and growth strategies across key market sectors. This role is responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building lasting client relationships, and working with our estimating and project teams to drive revenue and expand market share. Responsibilities: * Identify, research, and develop new business opportunities in commercial, industrial, healthcare, education, government, and other target sectors. * Build and maintain strong relationships with general contractors, developers, architects, and other key decision-makers. * Represent CMD Electric at industry events, networking functions, pre-bid meetings, and trade shows. * Collaborate with estimating and operations teams to develop strategic proposals and project bids. * Track and manage leads, opportunities, and client interactions in a CRM system. * Monitor industry trends and competitor activity to identify emerging markets and business risks. * Contribute to marketing strategies, brand visibility, and thought leadership efforts. Qualifications: * 5+ years of experience in business development, sales, or account management within the electrical or construction industry. * Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, Construction Management, or related field preferred. * Deep understanding of the construction sales cycle, bid process, and market dynamics. * Strong network of industry contacts in Bay Area California. * Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills. * Self-starter with proven ability to meet or exceed growth targets. * Proficient in CRM platforms and Microsoft Office Suite. * Experience working in a fast-paced, team-oriented construction environment. * Familiarity with prevailing wage, design-build, and public works projects. * Leverage professional network, industry events, digital channels, and referrals to generate qualified leads and expand the sales pipeline * Conduct detailed discovery sessions with clients to understand strategic goals, current pain points, Benefits: CMD Electric offers a competitive compensation and benefit package, a supportive work environment, and opportunities for career advancement. Equal Employment Opportunity: CMD is an equal opportunity employer. We will not unlawfully discriminate against qualified applicants or employees with respect to any terms and conditions of employment and give equal opportunity considerations to applicants and employees regardless of actual or perceived race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, sex or gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, related medical conditions and lactation), gender identity or gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, military service and veteran status, disability, protected medical condition as defined by applicable state or local law, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws and ordinances ( "Protected Classifications"). _CMD_ will reasonably accommodate employees and applicants with disabilities as required by law, if the person is otherwise qualified to perform all the essential functions of the position safely and competently. Posted Salary Range: USD $175,000.00 - USD $225,000.00 /Yr.