Business Development Associate

This role is designed to prepare a motivated professional for advancement into a Business Development position.

Through exposure to construction fundamentals, estimating, business operations, client engagement, and curtain wall systems, the individual will develop the technical expertise, industry knowledge, and strategic perspective necessary to successfully represent Pioneer in the marketplace and drive future business growth.

Company Overview At Pioneer, you're more than an employee, you're an owner.

As a 100% employee-owned company, everyone shares our success through our ESOP retirement plan.

We specialize in custom unitized curtain wall systems and are known for our innovative designs, award-winning technology, and commitment to quality.

With offices across the Midwest and East Coast, we're growing--and so can your career.

Pioneer provides a comprehensive benefits package for full-time employees, which includes medical, dental, vision, critical illness, and accident coverage.

The company also offers employer-paid life insurance, short- and long-term disability, an Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement, and a 401(k) plan with a 4% company match.

Committed to supporting work-life balance, Pioneer offers flexible work schedules to help employees thrive both professionally and personally.

Join a team that values your voice, invests in your future, and celebrates your success.

Job Summary The Business Development Associate plays a key role in supporting Pioneer's growth initiatives and serving as a foundation for future advancement within the Business Development team.

This position is ideal for a motivated professional eager to learn the curtain wall industry, develop strong relationships with clients and industry partners, building the technical and commercial knowledge needed to support business growth and project acquisition efforts.

The primary responsibility of this role is to assist with business development activities by identifying project opportunities, maintaining CRM and project pipeline data, supporting prequalification efforts, and collaborating with internal teams throughout the bidding and project acquisition process.

This position provides valuable exposure to estimating, operations, project management, and sales strategy, offering a well-rounded understanding of Pioneer's business and market approach.

Successful candidates will possess strong communication and organizational skills, a passion for relationship building, and a desire to contribute to Pioneer's continued growth while developing professionally within the organization.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Business Development & Lead Generation Research and identify prospective clients, projects, and market opportunities.

Develop and maintain target lists of General Contractors, Developers, Architects, and Owners.

Assist in establishing Pioneer on bidder lists and pre-qualification programs.

Generate and qualify leads through phone calls, emails, LinkedIn outre...