Established in 1936, Curran has grown into a premier contractor, known for its expertise in site development, excavation, mass grading, paving, and asphalt sales. With a strong presence across multiple industries—serving commercial, industrial, and government clients—Curran operates from four key locations: Crystal Lake, DeKalb, and Oswego, Illinois, as well as Merrillville, Indiana. 

For over 85 years, Curran has cultivated a reputation for excellence by consistently delivering high-quality results on every project. This success is driven by an unwavering commitment to our core values: family, continuous improvement, integrity, partnership, and respect. These values form the backbone of our operations and have enabled us to maintain lasting relationships with clients, stakeholders, and communities alike. 

Job Summary: 

                Curran is looking to add another superstar to their growing team. In the Business Development Manager role, an individual will focus their efforts on driving business growth for Curran by identifying new opportunities, developing business solutions, and managing client accounts. This role requires great communication and attention to details. 

Duties & Responsibilities: 

-          Identifying new prospects: research new markets and identify new business opportunities 

-          Building relationships with clients 

-          Basic understanding of sales contracts 

-          Attending networking events: Conferences and company events to stay up to date on industry trends 

-          Developing business solutions: new sales ideas and strategies to generate revenue for the company 

-          Preparing status reports for leadership and internal teams 

-          Exposure to pipeline and how it correlates to sales/margin goals 

-          Collaborate with the Sales Team on RFP’s and project award status updates 

-          Manage CRM with the Marketing Department 

-          Clear written and verbal communication skills 

-          Time management and planning skills 

-          Clear understanding of business and sales growth techniques 

-          Ability to work within a team of sales and marketing professionals 

Education & Experience: 

-          Experience in the construction industry (marketing, or sales-related experience a plus) 

-          Degree in Business Management, marketing, construction, or related field, or equivalent experience 

-          Experience working within CRM / Sales software preferred 

Curran Contracting Company provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, citizen status, religion, ancestry, national origin, age, disability, sex, martial status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited be applicable federal, state, or local employment laws or regulations in every location in which the company has facilities.