Now Hiring - Smith Seckman Reid - Business Development Associate in Charlotte, NC

Full description of the position

Be the engine behind SSR's growth by supporting strategic pursuits and marketing efforts in a 100% employeeowned firm making impact across infrastructure, healthcare, and other market sectors.

What You'll Do

As a Senior Business Development Associate at SSR, you'll be a critical connector, helping identify and transform prospects into partnerships. You'll work cross-functionally with Regional Directors, Market Sector teams, Client Relationship Managers, Project Managers, and Marketing team members to drive client engagement, research, and pursuit and strategy execution. You'll gain exposure to SSR's diverse markets (Healthcare, Life Science, Transportation, Civic, Sports + Entertainment, etc.) and support initiatives that expand our footprint, reputation, and impact.

• Assist in developing and executing regional business development strategies aligned with SSR's growth goals.
• Support client relationship efforts by scheduling meetings, tracking contacts, and maintaining engagement plans.
• Support pursuit strategy and core messaging for proposals and presentations, ensuring alignment with pursuit priorities and business development goals.
• Partner with marketing to help coordinate pursuit logistics, team contributors, timelines, and internal reviews.
• Maintain and manage data in system or pursuit tracking tools, producing dashboards and reports.
• Conduct market research, competitive benchmarking, and industry analysis to uncover new opportunities.
• Collaborate with Marketing to generate content, event support, and promotional materials for pursuits and region market presence.
• Represent SSR at local/regional industry events, conferences, and professional society/ networking functions as needed.
• Research and identify external organizations and be an active participant Who We're Looking For

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, engineering, or related field
• 13 years of experience in business development, marketing, sales support, or proposals, preferably in architecture, engineering, consulting, construction, or technical services
• Ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently, meet deadlines, and coordinate across teams
• Strong written and oral communication skills, with ability to turn technical content into client-centric narratives
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and experience with CRM or pursuit tracking systems

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with CRM database software
• Understanding of BD metrics, KPIs, forecasting, and ROI
• Exposure to client-facing activities, event planning, or conference support
• Ability to travel occasionally, sometimes overnight, for meetings or events What We Offer At SSR, you're more than an employee, you're an owner from day one. Our benefits reflect that:
• 100% Employee-Owned Ownership stake from your first day with immediate ESOP vesting.
• Retirement Savings 401(k) with immediate vesting and generous company match.
• Health & Wellness Medical, dental, vision plans plus company contributions to HSA for HDHP plans.
• Company-Paid Protection Life insurance, AD&D;, and short- & long-term disability at no cost to you.
• WorkLife Balance Flexible schedules, paid parental leave, generous PTO, and company holidays.
• Career Growth Tuition reimbursement, mentorship, training, and a clear path toward roles in BD, marketing, or leadership. You'll contribute to meaningful, high-impact projects across SSR's client sectors including hospitals, civic facilities, transportation, infrastructure, and stadiums. SSR's mission is to make a positive difference for our clients, colleagues, and communities, and your role will fuel that mission daily. SSR is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer EEO Disabled/Veterans This job posting will remain open for a minimum of 72 hours and on an ongoing basis until it is filled. Recruiters or staffing agencies: SSR is not obligated to compensate any external recruiter or search firm who presents a candidate, their resume, or profile to an SSR employee without 1) a current, fully executed agreement on file and 2) being assigned to the open position via Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ([please apply online] notice from the Department of Labor.