Top 513 Development director Jobs in Southgate, Mi

Business Development Director - Federal Projects (AEC Industry)
Ghafari —Dearborn, MI
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- 11+ years
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Creative Director
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Senior Director ServiceNow Platform and Development - Remote
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Wayne State University —Detroit, MI
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Director of Development
Eastern Michigan University Foundation —Ypsilanti, MI
- $100,000 - $110,000 a year
- Full-time
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University of Detroit Mercy —Detroit, MI
- Full-time
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Cystic Fibrosis Foundation —Detroit, MI
- $81,800 - $102,300 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Heavy lifting
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Senior Director, Learning & Development
Ford Motor Company —Dearborn, MI
- Online Application
- Hybrid work
- Office
- Master's degree
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid parental leave
- Paid holidays
Director of Development
University of Detroit Mercy —Detroit, MI
- Full-time
- Office
- University
- Children
- Health savings account
- AD&D insurance
Managing Director of Development
City Year —Detroit, MI
- $100,000 - $120,000 a year
- Full-time
- Presentation skills
- US work authorization
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- AD&D insurance
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Director of Operations
SBM Management Services, LP —Detroit, MI
- $150,000 - $160,000 a year
- Full-time
- Ability to walk for extended periods
- 5 years
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Regional Director of Business Development - Hospice
St. Croix Hospice —Livonia, MI
- Full-time
- Marketing
- 3 years
- Master's degree
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Director of Business Development, Hi-Tech
Ascent Shared Services LLC —Belleville, MI
- $115,000 - $150,000 a year
- Overtime
- 5 years
- Travel
- Senior level
- Wellness program
- Paid parental leave
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Director of Operations and Business Development
Cornerstone Caregiving —Warren, MI
- $80,000 a year
- Full-time
- Office
- Home Health
- In-person
- Health insurance
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Sales - Business Development Director - Detroit - Automotive Account Team
BI WORLDWIDE —Troy, MI
- $140,000 a year
- 7 years
- Business development
- Bachelor's degree
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Director of Culinary Development
THE ELIA GROUP LLC —Birmingham, MI
- $115,000 - $150,000 a year
- Full-time
- Mentoring
- Senior level
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- Health insurance
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT/ DOWNTOWN DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY DIRECTOR
Grosse Ile Township —Grosse Ile, MI
- $70,000 - $80,589 a year
- 8 hour shift
- Microsoft Excel
- Public speaking
- Office
- Health savings account
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Business Development Director - Federal Projects (AEC Industry)

Ghafari -
Dearborn, MI

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Qualifications

Business development management
Technical engineering
Customer relationship building
Business development within consulting
Client rapport building
Customer relationship management
Client management
Contracts
Cross-functional collaboration
Cross-functional communication
Terms and conditions negotiation

Full Job Description

Job Description:

General Summary:

The Business Development role is responsible for developing and executing growth strategies for the federal sector, including business planning, client relationship management, lead generation and pursuit management, and project oversight. This position requires an exceptional leader with experience in architecture / engineering, infrastructure development, and operational management, ideally with a background in complex projects such as those found in the military or federal government environments. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in strategic planning, client relationship management, and technical execution to drive new business successfully.

Essential Job Functions:

Strategic Leadership

Develop and execute a comprehensive business development strategy to expand the firm’s services and grow client accounts, with a focus on long-term partnerships and sustainable growth.

Client Relationship Management

Cultivate and maintain strong relationships with clients, ensuring alignment between their needs and the firm’s capabilities.
Act as a trusted advisor to clients, providing strategic insights and solutions.

Program Oversight

Collaborate with the technical teams to provide project oversight and guidance to ensure excellence in project delivery.

Financial Management

Monitor account financial performance, including forecasting, budgeting, and profitability analysis. Identify opportunities to optimize resources and improve cost efficiency.

Proposal Development

Collaborate with internal teams to develop compelling proposals, presentations, and innovative solutions that address client needs and drive business growth.

Contract Negotiation

Negotiate contracts and agreements with clients, securing favorable terms and long-term commitments.

Market Insights

Research industry trends, market conditions, and emerging opportunities to maintain a competitive edge.

Other Responsibilities

Participate in relevant industry organizations and events

Skills and Attributes:

Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities, with a focus on achieving long-term goals.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build trust and rapport with clients, partners, multidisciplinary project teams, and stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in a fast-paced environment.
Familiarity with government contracting processes and regulations.

Qualifications:

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, architecture, business administration, or a related field required.

15+ years of experience in military, government, or other related industries.
Experience working with cross-functional teams and delivering results in dynamic, high-pressure environments.
Expertise in client relationship management, contract negotiation, and business development.

Preferred Qualifications:

Technical expertise in facilities engineering, environmental science, or infrastructure development.
Proficiency in financial management, including budgeting, forecasting, and profitability analysis.
Experience with managing military construction (MILCON) projects, infrastructure recapitalization programs, or disaster recovery efforts is highly desirable.
Experience with USACE, NAVFAC, USAF and U.S./NATO defense contractors.

About Us

At Ghafari Associates, we don’t just design buildings—we help shape the future of the industries we serve. As a global leader in architecture, engineering, and consulting, we partner with clients to deliver forward-thinking solutions that transform how people work, manufacture, and connect.

Our strength lies in our people. We bring together curious minds, technical experts, and creative problem-solvers who thrive on collaboration and innovation. Whether supporting major industrial programs or advancing federal and commercial projects, our teams are empowered to make a meaningful impact—both for our clients and within our communities.

We are committed to investing in our employees’ financial, physical, and emotional well-being, as well as their professional growth. Through robust training, licensure support, internships, mentorships, and tuition reimbursement, we provide the resources our people need to build rewarding careers while making a lasting difference in the communities we are proud to call home.

Ghafari Associates is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. As a federal contractor, Ghafari Associates maintains affirmative action programs for individuals with disabilities and protected veterans in accordance with applicable laws.

Pay Transparency

Ghafari Associates will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.

Accommodation

Ghafari Associates is also committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability to use our online system to apply for a position, you may also apply for positions in the following ways:

By fax at: 313.436.8624, Attn: Human Resources
By mail at: 17101 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI 48126, Attn: Human Resources
In person at: 17101 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI 48126
By email at: [email protected]

If there are any questions about the accommodations offered above, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance.

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