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Business Development Manager - Steel Erection (Midwest) in Columbus

Date Posted: 13 October 2026

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Job Description

We're hiring a Business Development Manager for an AISC-certified steel erector based in Michigan. You'll grow the company's work across the Midwest and Central US, focused on large-scale structural steel erection projects of 5,000 tons and up.

Compensation: $100,000 - $200,000 base plus bonus incentives.

Responsibilities:

  • Identify and win large steel erection projects with general contractors, fabricators, owners, and developers across the Midwest
  • Build and maintain relationships with key contractors and fabricators
  • Track upcoming projects and bid opportunities, and maintain a strong pipeline
  • Partner with estimating and operations on proposals, pricing strategy, and scope reviews
  • Represent the company at industry events, associations, and client meetings

Requirements:

  • Business development or sales experience in steel erection or structural steel construction
  • Track record pursuing large projects of 5,000+ tons
  • Established network of Midwest general contractors and fabricators
  • Solid understanding of erection means and methods, scheduling, and safety
  • Willing to travel throughout the Midwest

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.

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