Business Development Coordinator Jobs in Park Ridge, IL

At MacKay, we believe great people are the foundation of our growth and success.
We are in an exciting phase of expansion, creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers. Whether your role is technical or part of our support services team, you play an important role in delivering high-quality work and helping our projects succeed.
We are seeking a full-time Senior Marketing & Business Development Coordinator to join our dynamic Business Development team. This hybrid role can be based out of any of the following branch offices: Vancouver, WA; Federal Way, WA; Chicago, IL; or Fort Collins, CO.
The Senior Marketing & Business Development Coordinator serves as a strategic partner in advancing the firm's growth goals in key markets. They will lead proposal preparation, support high-value pursuit strategies, coordinate regional marketing efforts, and contribute market intelligence to inform decision-making. The Senior Marketing & BD Coordinator also supports client development initiatives and helps guide junior BD team members.
We offer a comfortable, collaborative work environment with flexible work arrangements. We're serious about our work - but we're serious about fun, too. If that sounds good to you, let's talk.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Proposal Management

• Lead the development of high-priority proposals and assist with interview preparation.
• Collaborate with technical leads to craft win strategies and compelling messaging.
• Coordinate proposal reviews, quality assurance, and compliance with RFQ/P requirements.

Regional Marketing & Client Development

• Partner with the Director of Marketing and Business Development to implement strategic sector growth and marketing plans.
• Support the identification of new and expanding business opportunities.
• Participate in client assessment efforts and relationship mapping.
• Represent the firm at regional conferences and tradeshows; assist with lead generation and follow-up.

Market Research & Intelligence

• Stay up to date on regional market activity, competitor strategies, and client forecasts.
• Develop client profiles and help assess positioning opportunities.

Reporting & CRM Management

• Maintain and report on CRM data, proposal tracking, and market sector performance metrics.
• Collaborate with digital marketing and communications staff to ensure cohesive market sector messaging across all internal and external platforms.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in BD/marketing in the A/E/C industry preferred.
• Proven experience leading complex proposals and contributing to marketing strategy.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop) and Google Office.

Preferred qualifications:

• A/E/C industry experience preferred.
• Certification as a Certified Professional Services Marketer (CPSM) or APMP is a plus.
• Experience with CRM systems (Deltek VantagePoint preferred) is a plus.

Key Competencies:

• Strategic thinker with a strong understanding of client and market positioning.
• Effective communicator and confident collaborator with technical and leadership teams.
• Skilled at juggling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Self-directed, resourceful, and proactive in identifying opportunities.

A cover letter is required for a complete application. Applications will be reviewed as they are received.
Why Join MacKay?
A people-first culture
At MacKay, we put people first. We are committed to creating an environment where employees can grow, contribute, and do their best work. We support well-being, encourage balance, and create space for people to succeed both professionally and personally.
Meaningful work and real impact
Our teams take on complex infrastructure and environmental challenges that support critical systems and shape the places where people live and work. Every role contributes to delivering that work and making it successful.
Growth and opportunity
We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding across geographies, services, and markets. That growth creates opportunities for our employees to take on new challenges, build their careers, and contribute in new ways as the company evolves.
A strong and trusted foundation
Built on more than 50 years of experience, MacKay has developed a reputation for quality work, strong relationships, and dependable results. You'll be part of a team with a solid foundation and a clear direction for the future.
Opportunities to share in success
We provide opportunities for employees to participate in ownership and build long-term financial value as the company grows.
Our Values
At MacKay, our values guide how we work, collaborate, and support one another.

• Honesty. We build trust through transparency, integrity, and accountability.
• Dedication. We are committed to the success of our team members, clients, and communities.
• Relationships. We foster lasting connections that strengthen our work and the teams around us.

Who We Are
MacKay is an infrastructure and environmental services firm built on more than 50 years of experience and a growing collective of expertise.
We are in an exciting phase of growth, expanding our reach, strengthening our capabilities, and bringing together talented teams across the country. That growth is creating new opportunities for our employees to take on meaningful work, collaborate across disciplines, and build long-term careers.
Every role at MacKay contributes to the success of our projects and the clients we serve. Whether your work is technical or operational, you are part of a team that delivers quality, builds relationships, and moves projects forward.
We're looking for dedicated, talented individuals who deliver excellence, thrive in collaborative environments, and value both meaningful work and work-life balance. If this sounds like you, we'd like to hear from you.
Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as various market and business considerations.
US Pay Range
$35-$42 USD
Full-time employees receive a well-rounded benefit package including access to our company-sponsored Medical (including an HSA High Deductible option), Dental, Vision, FSA, and Supplemental Life Insurance plans. We also offer 100% company-paid Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, and Long-Term Disability coverage. Employees are eligible to participate in our company's 401(k) plan with up to a 4% match. Additionally, employees receive paid vacation and sick time, 11 paid holidays, and are able to participate in employee ownership options. MacKay pays for expenses associated with licensure as well as annual performance bonuses.
Employment requires passing a pre-employment background check and drug screen.
As a federal contractor, we participate in E-Verify and are proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
Open until filled.