KBG - Vice President of Business Development - Aviation/Airport Market
Location: Denver, CO, US Kansas City, KS, US San Francisco, CA, US Dallas, TX, US Philadelphia, PA, US Washington, DC, US Chicago, IL, US Atlanta, GA, US Los Angeles, CA, US Houston, TX, US
Position Overview: The Vice President of Business Development leads the strategic growth of the company's Airport and Aviation construction portfolio, overseeing market strategy, client engagement, pursuit leadership, and long term business development planning. This executive builds strong relationships with airport authorities, airlines, program managers, and industry partners while driving major pursuits across terminal, airfield, cargo, and aviation infrastructure programs. The role also provides direct leadership for aviation initiatives, including opportunity tracking, procurement shaping, teaming strategies, and executive level relationship development.
Responsibilities: Market Strategy and Growth Leadership, Aviation Initiative Leadership, Opportunity Development and Pursuit Strategy, Client and Partner Relationship Management, Pursuit Oversight and Executive Leadership.
Qualifications: 15+ years of progressive experience in operations, business development, program management, or executive leadership within the airport/aviation construction industry. Deep understanding of airport capital programs, FAA regulations, funding structures, and aviation planning processes. Proven track record of securing major aviation construction, consulting or program management or design build contracts. Established network within the aviation industry, including airport authorities, airlines, design partners, and consultants. Strong executive presence with the ability to build trust and credibility with C suite airport leaders. Expertise in capture strategy, contract negotiation, and complex pursuit leadership. Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship building skills. Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, business, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
Other Requirements: Regular, reliable attendance. Work productively and meet deadlines timely. Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment. Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies. Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required. May work at various different locations and conditions may vary. Base Compensation: $185,000/yr - $250,000/yr (Actual compensation is subject to variation due to such factors as education, experience, skillset, and/or location).