The Business Development Specialist will work closely with the Business Development Director, Head of, and Managers on the acquisition of new business by predominantly owning the production and delivery of prequalification efforts. Primary responsibilities include generating and managing business development materials such as responses to RFPs and RFQs, interviews, portfolios, and related materials, and supporting logistics for new client inquiries.We are seeking a candidate who is excited to grow their abilities and knowledge, and in turn, share their skills with the Global Business Development Team in BIG’s Copenhagen, New York, London, Barcelona, and Shenzhen offices. As a Business Development Specialist, you will coordinate a wide range of tasks, simultaneously, for multiple projects, and thus, attention to detail is of the outmost importance. BIG is an energetic and ambitious workplace that requires a dynamic, confident, and organized individual who will excel in a fast-paced environment. The Business Development Specialist reports to the Head of and Director of Business Development. Responsibilities:Actively support the Business Development Team, including Directors, Partners, Heads of, and ManagersPrepare, coordinate, and produce RFP and RFQ submittals, including creating and editing graphic and written content for proposals, interview presentations, pitch decks, and general business development materialsOrganize, maintain, and update project cut sheets, resumes, bios, project portfoliosMaintain our CRM and project databases (Sugar, Open Asset, Airtable)Assist in maintaining a clear overview of business-related inquires including the initial assessment, vetting, and reporting of new potential projects, and supporting pro-active market research projects (higher education, sports &stadia, cultural, etc.)Prepare regular status updates for Business Development Director and PartnersSupport for lectures, exhibitions, and press-related activities Requirements:Bachelor\'s degree (Architecture, Design, Urban Studies, Communications, Writing, or related field preferred)2+ years of professional work experience within business development at an architecture, engineering, or construction firm preferredFluent in Adobe Creative and Microsoft Suites with strong graphic skillsEnjoys conducting market research in architecture and designFluent in spoken and written English with strong writing abilities (fluency in another language is a plus)Excellent communication and organizational skillsSelf-disciplined and confident in a creative and dynamic environmentAbility to multi-task, prioritize, and work independently as well as in team environments, often under tight deadlines
