JRM Construction Management, LLC
Director of MEP/Infrastructure Business Development
Company Overview
At JRM Construction, we build more than exceptional spaces - we build talented teams, rewarding careers, and trusted relationships. As a leading employee-owned construction firm, our people take ownership of every project and work collaboratively to deliver outstanding quality and a positive client experience. Guided by integrity, teamwork, continuous improvement, and genuine care for our people, JRM provides an environment where employees can grow and help shape the company’s long-term success.
Company Overview
JRM is one of the top General Contracting and Construction Management Firms with over a decade of trusted experience. Headquartered in New York City with offices in New Jersey, California, and Florida, JRM delivers the highest quality services to clients that include Fortune 500 corporations, respected property owners & developers, major law firms, media & tech firms, leading luxury retailers, renowned hospitality groups, life sciences & healthcare organizations, and financial services firms.
As an employee-owned company, JRM knows that dedicated, accomplished employees are the heart of any successful enterprise. We’re always looking to add passionate personnel to our teams across the US.
Job Summary
The Director of MEP, Infrastructure & Mission Critical Business Development is responsible for leading and executing JRM's growth strategy within the MEP building infrastructure, and light data center mission critical construction sectors across the New York Tri-State area (NY, NJ, CT, and beyond). This role focuses on developing new client relationships, strengthening existing partnerships, and identifying opportunities that align with JRM's strategic growth goals, with an emphasis on direct engagement with end users, developers, owners, and other industry partners. This role serves as a key leader within the business development team and works closely with executive leadership, operations, preconstruction, and marketing to expand JRM's presence in these sectors.
The ideal candidate is highly collaborative, strategic, relationship-oriented, and possesses a strong understanding of the MEP, building infrastructure, and mission critical construction landscape, including data center.
Role & Responsibilities
Business Development & Client Strategy
- Lead business development initiatives focused on MEP, infrastructure, and mission critical projects to support company growth objectives
- Identify and cultivate relationships with end users, developers, owners, engineers, , and industry partners, prioritizing direct outreach
- Develop and maintain a healthy pipeline of prospective opportunities across the NY Tri-State market
- Monitor pre-lease and pre-construction signals, including capital raises, facility expansions, headcount growth, and site selection activity, to identify early-stage prospects
- Drive strategic outreach efforts and maintain regular engagement with target clients and partners
- Support pursuit strategies for key opportunities, including interviews, presentations, proposals, and client events
- Collaborate with leadership to develop account strategies for priority clients and targeted market sectors
Market Leadership
- Monitor market trends, competitive activity, and emerging developments within the MEP, infrastructure, and mission critical sectors
- Maintain awareness of industry shifts, expansion activity, and market conditions across NY, NJ, and CT, metro area.
- Represent JRM at industry organizations, networking events, conferences, and client functions
- Help strengthen JRM's visibility and reputation within the MEP, infrastructure, and light mission critical market sectors
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with operations and preconstruction teams to align business development efforts with operational goals and project pursuits
- Support leadership in developing strategic growth plans and annual business development goals
Reporting & Performance
- Maintain accurate pipeline tracking and reporting within CRM systems
- Provide regular updates to business development activity, market intelligence, and opportunity forecasting
- Track client engagement efforts and pursuit outcomes to support continuous improvement initiatives
Qualifications
- 7-10+ years of experience in business development, client relations, construction, engineering, or related industry experience, with exposure to MEP, infrastructure, or mission critical work preferred
- Strong understanding of MEP systems, building infrastructure construction, and light mission critical (e.g., data center,) buildout processes
- Existing relationships within the MEP, infrastructure, or mission critical industry across the NY Tri-State area preferred
- Proven ability to build relationships and generate new business opportunities through direct end-user engagement
- Strong communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
- Highly organized with strong strategic planning and time management abilities
- Ability to work collaboratively across departments and leadership levels
- Proficiency in CRM systems, Microsoft Office Suite, and presentation software
Key Competencies
- Strategic Thinking
- Relationship Management
- Executive Presence
- Collaboration & Teamwork
- Communication Skills
- Market Awareness
- Initiative & Accountability
- Problem Solving
- Organizational Skills
Success Measures
- Growth of client relationships and opportunities within the MEP, infrastructure, and mission critical sectors
- Increased visibility and market presence across the marketplace.
- Successful pursuit support and conversion rates
Salary Information
To the extent this position is performed in New York City, the annual salary range for this role is $170,000-$225,000.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment at JRM without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law.
The salary range listed in job postings reflects the Company’s good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as position tier, geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training, and skills.
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