Business Development Associate

OSCO Construction Group View all jobs

Saint John, NB
Permanent
Full-time

8 days ago

Job Description:About UsEstablished in 1963, Strescon Limited has grown to become the largest precast, pre-stressed concrete manufacturer in Eastern Canada. Its primary market covers the Atlantic Provinces, the New England region of the United States, and Bermuda. Strescon manufactures a wide range of both architectural and structural precast/prestressed concrete products including bridge girders, wall panels, complete parking garages, hollow-core planking, piling and deck slabs. Strescon presently has two facilities: 70,000 sq. ft. in Saint John, New Brunswick and 50,000 sq. ft. In Bedford, Nova Scotia.In addition to our engineered precast facilities for custom components, Strescon also operates a 32,000 sq. ft. facility in Saint John which manufactures standard concrete products for engineered drainage systems, such as pipe, manholes and catch basins.Job SummaryThe Business Development Associate supports Strescon's growth strategy by identifying new business opportunities, strengthening client relationships, and supporting proposal and market development activities. This role works closely with senior leadership, estimating, engineering, and operations teams to help expand Strescon's market presence and secure both public and private sector work.The ideal candidate is commercially minded, relationship-focused, and comfortable navigating a technical construction environment.ResponsibilitiesTravel throughout New Brunswick to maintain existing and develop new relationships with contractors, developers, and the design communityAssist in developing strategies for further development of sales with existing and potential clients ensuring sales targets set by the company are met.Provide technical leadership to customers helping them understand the benefits / advantages of using pre-cast concrete productsAct as liaison with customer and internal team to ensure a smooth transition from sales to project executionSales tracking and following potential projects through CRM softwareSoliciting and developing relationships with suppliers and subcontractorsRepresent the Company at professional eventsHelp with electronic marketing campaigns through LinkedIn and other social media platformsAdditional duties as assignedTechnical Requirements

Post-secondary diploma in a technology and/or Engineering degree would be an asset. A business degree with a focus on sales will be considered with construction experience
Experience, working knowledge of contract drawings
Experience, working knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics 365

Business Requirements

A self-starter with the ability to work with minimal supervision and direction
Work well in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
Thrive working in a team-based environment while independently developing a new customer base within the territory

Cultural Requirements

Strong communication skills; written, verbal, listening and presenting
High energy and an ability to execute tasks in a timely manner

As a member of the OSCO Construction Group, Strescon Limited offers a comprehensive compensation package including health and dental coverage, life insurance, RRSP and tax-free savings account options. Additionally, we offer educational bursaries to children of employees, health & wellness programming, celebratory events and employee sport team sponsorships.About OSCOThe origins of the OSCO Construction Group go back to 1955 when Ocean Steel & Construction Ltd. was founded in Saint John, New Brunswick. Since that time, the OSCO Construction Group has grown to encompass four main operating sectors: Steel, Concrete, Construction and Corporate. Within these sectors lie an ever-expanding number of companies and divisions, serving a growing market area and employing over twelve hundred employees.

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