Business Development Executive

Slane Co. is partnering with a confidential, family-owned commercial flooring contractor to identify a Commercial Business Development Executive for its rapidly growing Raleigh office.

Our client delivers turnkey commercial flooring and tile solutions for some of the Southeast's most recognizable commercial construction projects. Their team partners with general contractors, commercial developers, construction managers, architects, designers, property owners, healthcare systems, universities, government agencies, hospitality groups, corporate clients, and multifamily developers, providing everything from budgeting and product selection through installation and project closeout.

Their capabilities include carpet, luxury vinyl and resilient flooring, hardwood, ceramic and porcelain tile, natural stone, polished concrete, floor preparation, leveling, moisture mitigation, and complete commercial flooring installation. This organization has earned a reputation for delivering complex, large-scale, and time-sensitive projects across multifamily, healthcare, higher education, hospitality, corporate interiors, government, industrial, and other commercial sectors.

The Raleigh office is one of the company's newest markets and operates with the energy of a startup while being backed by the financial strength, reputation, and operational resources of an established industry leader. This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys building relationships, winning new business, managing client accounts, and remaining actively involved throughout the lifecycle of commercial construction projects - from pursuit and estimating through successful project completion.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development

• Identify, prospect, and qualify new commercial construction opportunities throughout the Triangle and surrounding markets
• Develop relationships with general contractors, developers, architects, designers, owners, and construction managers
• Generate new business through networking, referrals, industry events, and strategic outreach
• Build and maintain a healthy sales pipeline within your assigned territory
• Stay informed on market trends, upcoming projects, and competitive activity
• Represent the company with professionalism while becoming a trusted resource within the commercial construction community

Sales & Estimating

• Prepare budgets, cost estimates, proposals, and scopes of work for prospective clients
• Guide clients through product selections, installation methods, and value-engineered solutions
• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and project scope
• Collaborate with internal estimating and operational teams to develop competitive, accurate proposals
• Present solutions confidently while balancing customer needs with project profitability
• Utilize the company's proprietary CRM and construction software platforms to manage opportunities and project information

Account Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for clients throughout the duration of each project
• Build long-term partnerships that generate repeat business and referrals
• Provide proactive communication and exceptional customer service from project award through completion
• Manage multiple client relationships and project priorities simultaneously
• Identify opportunities to expand existing accounts and strengthen client partnerships
• Deliver a client experience that reinforces trust and long-term relationships

Project Leadership

• Partner closely with the internal project coordination team to ensure successful project execution
• Remain actively involved from project pursuit through final installation and closeout
• Coordinate with internal teams to support scheduling, project updates, and client communication
• Help resolve project challenges by working collaboratively with customers and internal stakeholders
• Monitor project progress while ensuring client expectations are met throughout the lifecycle of the project
• Take ownership of the overall client experience by helping deliver projects on time, within scope, and with a high level of quality

Why You'll Love This Opportunity

• Join a respected, family-owned organization with an outstanding reputation in commercial construction
• Help grow one of the company's newest and fastest-growing markets
• Enjoy the autonomy and entrepreneurial spirit of a small office backed by the stability and resources of an established industry leader
• Build meaningful, long-term relationships with some of the region's leading commercial contractors, developers, architects, and owners
• Develop a long-term book of business with exceptional earning potential
• Work within a collaborative organization where initiative and teamwork are highly valued

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid Time Off
• Mileage reimbursement
• Cell phone reimbursement
• Healthy training salary + uncapped commission

If you're currently working in commercial construction, building materials, specialty subcontracting, commercial interiors, electrical, mechanical, roofing, concrete, drywall, architectural products, construction technology, or B2B construction sales and are looking for an opportunity to combine business development, client relationship management, and project leadership while building a highly rewarding career, I'd love to connect.