Business Development Associate - Sparks, MD

Business Development Associate The Business Development Associate will support the success of Hillis-Carnes companies by individual actions and oversight of various activities that will result in building relationships, improving market position, locating, developing, defining, negotiating, and closing on increasing project, contract and task service opportunities. Position Objectives and Requirements: Develop and maintain an understanding of company services and differentiators Develop and maintain a market understanding, identifying viable business opportunities and potential relationships Build new relationships; nurture existing relationships Facilitate introductions of potential clients to members of the firm Evaluate, pursue and follow up on leads in the market on a timely basis, as directed Track leads and opportunities, as well as relationship engagement Participate and/or direct proposal responses; work with the project team on interview messages and delivery, as needed Participate and/or lead select firm-wide activities and programs, such as Quality Contacts Attend industry networking events with selective participation with relevant associations

Hillis-Carnes offers a comprehensive benefits package including Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), medical (with Health Savings Account Options), Dental, Vision, company-paid life and long-term disability, wellness incentives, generous PTO and paid holidays, 401k with company match, and much more! HCEA is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. Minorities and Women are encouraged to apply. Applicants accepting an offer of employment will be subject to a criminal background, MVR check, and drug screening, and must successfully meet Hillis-Carnes criteria for employment.