Business Development Manager-North Carolina

Business Development Manager

Location: Charlotte North Carolina - Travel Required Employment Type: Full-Time Salaried

About Optiline Enterprises

Optiline Enterprises is one of the fastest-growing commercial drywall and metal framing contractors in the country. Built on innovation relationships and high-performance execution Optiline is committed to its mission of positively impacting lives in the construction industry through opportunity.

As we grow toward our long-term vision of becoming a $1B organization strategic business development is a key driver of our success. We are seeking a driven relationship-focused and professional leader to join our team.

Position Summary

The Business Development Manager is responsible for building maintaining and expanding Optilines business-to-business relationships across general contractors owners developers and industry partners.

This role will work closely with the Preconstruction team to generate high-quality opportunities increase market share and support strategic expansion in core and emerging markets.

The ideal candidate is an outgoing polished communicator with experience in the construction industry strong relationship-building skills and a passion for driving organic growth. This role offers significant advancement opportunities for the right individual as Optiline continues to scale.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Relationship Management

• Identify cultivate and maintain strong relationships with GCs developers owners architects and partner trades.

• Act as the primary Optiline representative at industry events networking functions conferences and client meetings.

• Build a deep understanding of client needs and market dynamics to position Optiline as a preferred partner.

• Schedule and conduct regular client check-ins and pipeline reviews with key accounts.

• Track and report relationship status follow-ups and new opportunities.

Strategic Growth & Market Expansion

• Generate and qualify new business opportunities.

• Support the pre-construction team in identifying developing and nurturing new regional partnerships.

• Maintain strong visibility in the construction community to uncover upcoming projects early.

• Lead outreach efforts for new markets target GCs and high-value clients.

Collaboration with Preconstruction

• Work closely with Preconstruction & Estimating teams to ensure alignment between BD efforts and bid strategy.

• Communicate client expectations project intelligence and competitive insights.

• Attend key bid meetings kickoff meetings and project interviews when needed.

Brand Representation

• Represent Optiline professionally and consistently in all interactions.

• Support the Marketing team by contributing project updates photos client testimonials and market insights.

• Uphold Optilines brand messaging Mission Vision and Core Values in all communication.

Qualifications

• 37 years of construction industry experience (GC subcontractor materials supplier or related).

• Proven experience in business development client management account growth or similar role.

• Outgoing polished and professional communicator with strong interpersonal skills.

• Ability and willingness to travel

• Strong understanding of commercial construction processes relationships and market dynamics.

• Ability to collaborate and communicate effectively with internal teams especially Preconstruction.

• Self-driven disciplined and able to manage schedules follow-ups and client pipelines.

• Alignment with Optilines Core Values: Family Own It Dependable Passionate Relationship Integrity Innovative Safety.

Growth Path

This role is designed as a foundational BD leadership position with opportunity to grow as Optiline scales toward multi-region operations and the right candidate will have substantial upward mobility.

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience

• Company vehicle allowance or mileage reimbursement

• Health dental vision and company benefits

• Career development and long-term advancement opportunities

Why Join Optiline

• Direct impact on a high-growth organization with major regional expansion plans

• Work directly with the Optiline leadership team

• Opportunity to leave a legacy during a pivotal growth period

• Strong internal culture focused on teamwork relationships and doing the right thing

• A company that invests in people and creates opportunities for long-term success

Optiline will conduct a crimimal background check for this position upon offer acceptance.

Required Experience:

Manager