Business Development Manager - Civil

Foth is a 100% member-owned science and engineering consulting firm headquartered in Wisconsin, with over 85 years of success. Our 700 members across 29 locations are dedicated to solving our clients’ toughest science and engineering challenges. Consistently ranked by Engineering News Record in the top 150 firms, we offer a values-based, collaborative, and flexible work environment with professional growth opportunities. If you thrive working alongside a smart, caring team of colleagues, consider joining us at Foth.

Foth is seeking a driven and ambitious Business Development Manager - Civil to join our Columbia, SC team. This role will focus on winning new clients in the Municipal and/or DOT Markets and driving growth strategies for the respective office. The ideal candidate will have a passion for business development and a proven track record in the civil engineering consulting industry.

• Support growth and development of the municipal and/or DOT markets by creating statements of qualifications, proposals, and presentations
• Conduct contract negotiations and participate in professional organizations, advertising, and conferences
• Support and implement opportunity pursuit/win strategies
• Identify, research, and qualify potential leads
• Engage in industry-related events and associations to stay aware of new industry trends and developments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to meet business goals
• Manage/assist in market research as necessary
• Oversee all client satisfaction activities
• Maintain business development SOPs, guidelines, strategies, etc., for pursuit and processing of opportunities
• Understand RFQ/RFP/RFI criteria and decision/selection processes
• Develop strategies for production of submittals and assign/schedule resources as necessary for completion

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering
• Professional Engineer (PE) License in South Carolina
• Experience and industry-specific knowledge in proposal development and coordination of proposals & presentations while pursuing new business
• Minimum five years of experience managing projects and client relationships
• Minimum five years of experience working in the civil engineering consulting industry

Why Foth: 

Established Reputation: With over 86 years of experience, we are proud to be 100% member-owned.

Dynamic Culture: Benefit from a values-based, client-centered, and flexible work environment, with ample professional growth opportunities and supportive colleagues, contributing to our impressive 92+% member retention rate.

Challenging Projects: Engage in diverse and exciting projects that promote continuous professional growth and development. 

Join our team and experience the Foth difference! Learn more at foth.com/careers 

All Foth Companies are equal opportunity employers, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Qualified women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and veterans are encouraged to apply. All locations are tobacco-free.  Subject to applicable state law, all applicants who have received a written offer of employment and a copy of Foth’s Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Program Policy, will be required to undergo testing for commonly abused controlled substances. Applicants must complete the required drug testing within two business days of offer acceptance.  Foth will pay for all drug testing, which will be conducted by a licensed independent medical laboratory that follows testing requirements in accordance with applicable state law.

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