Business Development Professional
Location: St. Louis, MO
Industry: Commercial Construction
Employment Type: Full-Time | In-Office / Local Travel
Help Us Build What’s Next in St. Louis and Beyond
At Hankins Construction, we’re more than builders—we’re partners in progress. With a legacy of trust and craftsmanship across the Midwest, we specialize in delivering top-tier commercial construction projects that shape communities and fuel growth.
As we expand our footprint in St. Louis and surrounding markets, we’re looking for a Business Development Professional who thrives on connecting people, uncovering opportunities, and driving long-term growth and can sell.
Your Impact in This Role
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Identify New Project Opportunities
Monitor market activity, attend industry events, and proactively engage decision-makers in commercial real estate, development, and architecture. -
Grow Our Pipeline
Leverage local knowledge and relationships to target commercial opportunities in sectors such as healthcare, education, industrial, civic, and retail. -
Represent the Hankins Brand
Be the face of Hankins Construction in the community—presenting our value proposition clearly and confidently to owners, developers, and partners. -
Work Strategically Across Teams
Collaborate closely with preconstruction, estimating, and operations to ensure client expectations are aligned with capabilities and project success.
What You Bring
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A track record of success in business development, sales, or client engagement—ideally in commercial construction or real estate development
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A strong understanding of the St. Louis market and its network of developers, brokers, and industry influencers
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Confidence in leading client meetings, RFQ/RFP pursuits, and presentations
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Strategic mindset with the hustle and heart to build from the ground up
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Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Bonus Experience
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CRM fluency (e.g., HubSpot, Salesforce, or equivalent)
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Background in construction management or related field
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Active involvement in industry associations (e.g., AGC, CREW, ULI, ICSC)
What We Offer
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Competitive base salary + commission and performance bonuses
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Health, dental, vision, and 401(k) with employer match
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Generous PTO and company holidays
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A close-knit, forward-thinking culture rooted in Midwest values
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Direct access to leadership and a seat at the table in shaping the company’s growth
Join a Builder That’s Going Places
At Hankins Construction, you’ll be part of a team that’s trusted, respected, and always moving forward. If you're ready to help lead our next phase of growth in St. Louis, we want to hear from you.
