Business Development / CRM Lead

Civil Science is seeking a Business Development / CRM Lead to join our Salt Lake City, UT office. In this role, you'll support teams with business development initiatives, assist with client relationship management processes, ensure consistency in client engagement and data management, and contribute to high-impact proposal efforts.

In this dynamic role, you’ll work with multiple teams to streamline proposal development, improve CRM processes, and help craft winning strategies that support both client acquisition and long-term relationship success.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with internal teams to develop, implement, and manage client engagement and business development strategies.
• Manage CRM tools and ensure data accuracy and cleanliness for client and pursuit tracking.
• Lead and coordinate the proposal development process from start to submittal, ensuring compliance with client requests and alignment to the firm’s capabilities.
• Monitor public RFP platforms and identify opportunities for pursuit.
• Collaborate on market research, competitive analysis, and client insights to inform strategy.
• Support client interview preparation and proposal content development.
• Assist with organizing firm participation in conferences, events, and sponsorships to increase visibility.
• Support teams in the collection of project and activity-related content for future use.
• Provide business development insights and reports as requested.
• Ensure alignment of all CRM and business development activities with firm-wide strategic goals.

What We’re Looking For

• Exceptional written & oral communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks to meet tight deadlines.
• A strategic thinker who can translate data into actionable insights.
• Experience with CRM systems and business development tools. (VantagePoint/Deltek experience a plus).
• Experience in client relationship strategy and market research preferred. (Proposal development experience a plus.)
• Familiarity with public bid platforms like BidSync or Bonfire is a plus.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.

Why Join Civil Science?

• Ownership in Your Future: At Civil Science, we’re proud to be a 100% employee-owned firm. Through our Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), you’ll have the chance to grow your career and save for retirement.
• Room to Grow: Say goodbye to corporate red tape. Our agile structure empowers you to take ownership of projects, explore new roles, and accelerate your career.
• Work-Life Harmony: Your time outside of work matters. We offer flexibility to ensure your career complements your personal life.
• Comprehensive Benefits (Fulltime Employees): Enjoy three weeks of PTO, eight holidays, medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short/long-term disability, tuition reimbursement, and a 401K plan.

About Civil Science

Civil Science isn’t just another engineering firm—we’re a 100% employee-owned company with over 40 years of expertise and a bold vision for the future. Our team of talented engineers, surveyors, planners, and technicians partners with clients across the public and private sectors to deliver innovative and impactful solutions.

At Civil Science, we believe in investing in our people. As an employee-owner, you’ll enjoy unmatched opportunities for leadership, mentorship, and career growth, all within a culture that values collaboration, excellence, and entrepreneurial spirit. If you’re ready to join a firm that’s shaping the future of civil engineering, we’d love to have you on our team!

Candidates must have a valid driver’s license and be able to pass both a criminal background check and driving record review.

Civil Science evaluates and determines on a case-by-case basis whether it is willing to sponsor an individual to receive a temporary or permanent work visa (e.g., E-3, H-1B, H-1B1, or TN visa status).

Civil Science provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.