Business development administrator

Short Description

Bowman has an opportunity for a Business Development Administrator to join our team remotely.

At Bowman, we believe in creating opportunities for aspiring people to thrive and achieve ambitious goals. That's why a career at Bowman is more than a job. It is an opportunity to be part of a diverse and engaged community of professionals, to be treated as a respected and valued member of a motivated team and to be empowered to do exceptional work that advances the best interest of everyone involved. We recognize the importance of creating a work environment that is both rewarding to our employees and supportive of our unwavering commitment to provide unparalleled service to our clients.

Purpose

Support the firm's strategic growth by administering business development activities, managing proposal development, and assisting with client outreach and market intelligence. Serve as a key operational link between marketing, technical teams, and leadership to drive opportunity capture and enhance the firm's competitive positioning.

Responsibilities

Leadership and Direction

• Work closely with business development and executive leadership to prioritize and track pursuits across target markets.

• Administer efforts by facilitating go/no-go decisions, pursuit strategies, and win themes.

• Partner with marketing and technical leads to ensure cohesive messaging and branding across proposals and presentations.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date opportunity tracking in CRM systems and reporting dashboards.

At the Operational and Company Level

• Assist in researching clients, competitors, market trends, and industry forecasts to inform pursuit strategy.

• Organize and support client engagement efforts including meetings, conferences, trade shows, and networking events.

• Help develop content for marketing collateral, project sheets, and qualification packages tailored to client needs.

• Collaborate with technical staff to assemble proposals, RFP responses, and interview materials.

• Ensure compliance with procurement requirements, branding guidelines, and submission deadlines.

Do the Work

• Administer end-to-end proposal processes: manage timelines, collect inputs, edit content, and oversee production.

• Track leads and solicitations, distribute RFQs/RFPs internally, and support capture planning sessions.

• Maintain business development files including resumes, project profiles, firm registrations, and client references.

• Develop and maintain internal tools such as pursuit schedules, templates, and past performance libraries.

• Support post-submittal activities such as interview preparation, debrief requests, and database updates.

• Draft and edit business development content including executive summaries, cover letters, and capability statements.

• Ensure consistent formatting, professional presentation, and error-free documentation for all deliverables.

Success Metrics and Competencies

• Ability to work both independently and within a team environment.

• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels of the organization and external partners.

• Highly motivated and problem-solving attitude.

• Strong sense of urgency in responding to constituents.

• Effective verbal and written communication skills.

• Strong work ethic and commitment to quality.

• Self-reliance and ability to operate independently with limited direction.

• Strong marketing/business development skills and mindset.

• Commitment to promoting the reputation of the company through quality of work.

• Commitment to driving profitability and growth.

• Effective working relationship with internal leaders and peers, as well as external clients.

• Commitment to working in partnership with others inside and outside the organization.

• Ability to effectively manage multiple time-sensitive tasks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, or related field required.

• 2-5 years of experience in business development, marketing, or proposal coordination, preferably in A/E/C or professional services.

• Experience supporting proposals for public agencies and/or private clients strongly preferred.

• Familiarity with CRM systems (e.g., Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint, HubSpot) and proposal tracking tools desirable.

• Graphic design experience (e.g., Adobe InDesign, Illustrator) a plus.

• Working knowledge of SF330, RFQ/RFP processes, and qualification submittal formats beneficial.

• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Cloud (particularly InDesign).

About Bowman

Are you ready to build a career that makes a lasting impact? At Bowman, our people are at the center of everything we do. We're committed to creating an environment where employees can thrive both personally and professionally, while helping to shape the infrastructure of tomorrow.

A career at Bowman means being part of a collaborative, forward-thinking organization where innovation, inclusion, and growth are encouraged at every level. We offer competitive compensation, a supportive work environment, and benefits designed to help our employees succeed.

Salary and eligible variable compensation (if any) commensurate with experience. Range $70,000 - $87,000 and includes a comprehensive benefits package.

Our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match

• Paid time off, sick leave, and paid holidays

• Tuition reimbursement and professional development support

• Discretionary bonuses and other performance-based incentives

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness initiatives, and employee discounts

Eligibility for certain benefits may vary based on position, location, and employment status.

Physical Demands and Working Environment

• Primarily indoor professional office environment which may include bright/dim light, noise, and typical office traffic.

• Mobility within an office environment with extended periods of sitting.

• Frequent use of computers, phones, printers, and other standard office equipment.

• Travel up to 50%.

• Occasional lifting or carrying up to 20 pounds.

• Occasional reaching above shoulder or outward while handling marketing materials.

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Job Description Disclaimer

Note: While this job description is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, it is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Management reserves the right to modify, add, or remove duties from particular jobs and to assign other duties as necessary at any time with or without notice.

Bowman is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where all employees feel valued and respected. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here ( . If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here ( .

Bowman has an obligation to provide and maintain a safe, healthy, and productive environment for its employees and clients. We are committed to maintaining a drug and alcohol-free workplace.

If you have any questions about the application process, please email [email protected] .

Bowman is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For our EEO Policy Statement, please go here: If you'd like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please go here: