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Go Getting Business Director (USA)
Laminar ProjectsUnited States, United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 15 Dec 2024
About the role
Do you know the construction industry? Are you a natural problem solver and keen networker who thrives on building genuine, long-lasting relationships? Well look no further, this is the perfect job for you. We’re looking for someone to spearhead our business development efforts in a new region for us, North America. You will help us find clients and projects while establishing our presence in the region
You will be one of the frontline ambassadors for our growing, world-renowned consulting team. This is both an incredibly important and highly rewarding role in which you can make a huge impact. Sound good? Well read on. (this will be a long write up but we like to give you all the details before you spend your time applying) ___________________________________________________ We are Laminar Projects!
We are an award winning consultancy that implements technology to improve the delivery of complex construction projects. Improving construction strengthens the very foundation of human civilisation. (Watch our short film about it) We also have a separate product team, Shape Construction, that takes the deep understanding of the projects we work on to develop construction management software products. The core of all this is our true secret sauce; people. We only recruit kind and authentic people who are fast learners. We are deeply focused on designing a new type of place that is optimised for the flourishing of the people in the team first and foremost. This approach has allowed us to grow from just 2 people in 2017 to over 190 today and we are still very much at the beginning! Joining us isn’t just some “job”, we challenge you to be your best self in all aspects of life. Our vision is designed to align how we operate with the fundamental aspects that enable anyone to have a fulfilled life: Connects us with meaningful relationships Inspires us to develop ourselves to become better humans Empowers us to pursue our own learning adventures 4 core values for a good life We believe a life of human flourishing is all about meaningful relationships with others and challenging yourself to create a positive impact. Our four core values are grow yourself, care about people, execute to greatness and build civilisation. This philosophy goes much deeper and you can see more on our website. We are achieving this vision through the following two missions: To fully digitise the construction of human civilisation To create a new type of organisation that enables human flourishing while delivering a huge positive impact on society Laminar Projects is proud to be recognized as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Construction, Engineering & Property™ for 2024! Join a team where learning, collaboration, and growth are at the core of everything we do, and where solving big challenges is part of the fun.____________________________________________________The Role
Purpose of the role You will be expanding our global reach and supporting our growth through developing new business strategies, forming new relationships and ultimately winning us new projects and clients to work with in North America.
Team You will be the driving force behind establishing our brand-new team in North America. You will report directly to our CEO.
Your top 3 objectives To build genuine relationships with new customers while guiding them through our buying process to secure us new commissions To develop and execute innovative new business strategies that really work To keep us two steps ahead of our competition through market insights & research, using this to ensure we are doing the right things at the right time
Your top 5 responsibilities 1. Winning new work: you’ll have full autonomy as you oversee our work-winning and growth efforts for the region, working with a select group of our senior leaders to drive our business development efforts 2. Improve our processes and strategy: provide ongoing feedback from your conversations with those in the field, development of new ideas and service offerings and consolidation of our best practice 3. Grow the team: lead our recruitment efforts and manage the local team 4. Expand your industry knowledge: continuously develop your industry & market knowledge and help us identify target growth areas and develop our business plans 5. Develop everyone around you: maximise the development of your team personally and professionally and educate our wider
You will be one of the frontline ambassadors for our growing, world-renowned consulting team. This is both an incredibly important and highly rewarding role in which you can make a huge impact. Sound good? Well read on. (this will be a long write up but we like to give you all the details before you spend your time applying) ___________________________________________________ We are Laminar Projects!
We are an award winning consultancy that implements technology to improve the delivery of complex construction projects. Improving construction strengthens the very foundation of human civilisation. (Watch our short film about it) We also have a separate product team, Shape Construction, that takes the deep understanding of the projects we work on to develop construction management software products. The core of all this is our true secret sauce; people. We only recruit kind and authentic people who are fast learners. We are deeply focused on designing a new type of place that is optimised for the flourishing of the people in the team first and foremost. This approach has allowed us to grow from just 2 people in 2017 to over 190 today and we are still very much at the beginning! Joining us isn’t just some “job”, we challenge you to be your best self in all aspects of life. Our vision is designed to align how we operate with the fundamental aspects that enable anyone to have a fulfilled life: Connects us with meaningful relationships Inspires us to develop ourselves to become better humans Empowers us to pursue our own learning adventures 4 core values for a good life We believe a life of human flourishing is all about meaningful relationships with others and challenging yourself to create a positive impact. Our four core values are grow yourself, care about people, execute to greatness and build civilisation. This philosophy goes much deeper and you can see more on our website. We are achieving this vision through the following two missions: To fully digitise the construction of human civilisation To create a new type of organisation that enables human flourishing while delivering a huge positive impact on society Laminar Projects is proud to be recognized as one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Construction, Engineering & Property™ for 2024! Join a team where learning, collaboration, and growth are at the core of everything we do, and where solving big challenges is part of the fun.____________________________________________________The Role
Purpose of the role You will be expanding our global reach and supporting our growth through developing new business strategies, forming new relationships and ultimately winning us new projects and clients to work with in North America.
Team You will be the driving force behind establishing our brand-new team in North America. You will report directly to our CEO.
Your top 3 objectives To build genuine relationships with new customers while guiding them through our buying process to secure us new commissions To develop and execute innovative new business strategies that really work To keep us two steps ahead of our competition through market insights & research, using this to ensure we are doing the right things at the right time
Your top 5 responsibilities 1. Winning new work: you’ll have full autonomy as you oversee our work-winning and growth efforts for the region, working with a select group of our senior leaders to drive our business development efforts 2. Improve our processes and strategy: provide ongoing feedback from your conversations with those in the field, development of new ideas and service offerings and consolidation of our best practice 3. Grow the team: lead our recruitment efforts and manage the local team 4. Expand your industry knowledge: continuously develop your industry & market knowledge and help us identify target growth areas and develop our business plans 5. Develop everyone around you: maximise the development of your team personally and professionally and educate our wider
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