Senior Business Development Specialist
West Seneca Rochester Full-time Senior Business Development
At a glance
Senior Business Development role at Encorus Group. West Seneca · full-time · $110,000–$140,000 base.
SalaryStated by Encorus Group
$110,000 – $140,000
Base salary for this role, in USD per year, as published in the posting.
RoleBusiness Development
SenioritySenior
LocationWest Seneca
EmploymentFull-time
Base pay$110,000–$140,000
PostedOct 9, 2026 · 1d ago
Also hiring inRochester
Role brief
growthroles summary, based on the employer's posting.
What you'll do
- Use your industry contacts to spot prospects, connect with decision-makers and get involved while projects are still taking shape
- Create and carry out growth plans for Inspection & Testing, pursuing work with public and private clients
- Find projects, facility expansions and capital spending where Encorus’s technical services could help
- Represent Encorus at regional and national events, then build relationships with owners, engineers, contractors and facility managers
- Work with technical and operations leaders to assess prospects, plan bids and respond to client needs
What you bring
- At least ten years in business development or sales in industrial, construction, engineering, inspection, testing or environmental work
- An established industry network and a record of turning professional relationships into sales opportunities
- Experience growing private-sector business, ideally in manufacturing, chemical processing or another listed industrial market
- A valid driver’s license, ability to travel locally and out of state, and readiness for travel of about a quarter of the time
Who this fits
This senior role suits a self-directed business developer who can build relationships across Upstate New York and speak credibly with technical staff and executives. It is hybrid, with a base in Rochester, Syracuse or Buffalo, and includes regular regional client and event visits plus occasional out-of-state travel. You’ll partner with technical and operations teams.
From the employer
Encorus Group is growing, and we’re looking for an experienced Senior Business Development Specialist to drive and develop new business across Western NY, Greater Rochester, and Upstate New York.
This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in the continued growth of Encorus Group. As a 100% employee-owned company, we value people who take initiative, build lasting relationships, and take pride in contributing to our collective success. In this hybrid role, you’ll have the flexibility to be based in Rochester, Syracuse, or Buffalo, with time spent meeting clients, attending industry events, and building relationships throughout the region.
Working directly with Encorus leadership and our technical teams, you’ll use your industry knowledge and connections to uncover new opportunities, bring in business, and expand our presence across New York. We’re looking for someone who wants to do more than maintain relationships; they want to help grow a company and make a lasting impact on its future.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Pay Range: The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $140,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and experience. Encorus Group is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/AA Disability/Veteran), committed to fair and equitable compensation.
Join Us!
At Encorus, we value innovation, collaboration, and professional development. We are a 100% employee-owned ESOP company offering the opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive environment. We value accuracy, consistency, and professionalism, and are seeking individuals who take pride in their work and want a role with room to develop over
time.
This is an opportunity to play a meaningful role in the continued growth of Encorus Group. As a 100% employee-owned company, we value people who take initiative, build lasting relationships, and take pride in contributing to our collective success. In this hybrid role, you’ll have the flexibility to be based in Rochester, Syracuse, or Buffalo, with time spent meeting clients, attending industry events, and building relationships throughout the region.
Working directly with Encorus leadership and our technical teams, you’ll use your industry knowledge and connections to uncover new opportunities, bring in business, and expand our presence across New York. We’re looking for someone who wants to do more than maintain relationships; they want to help grow a company and make a lasting impact on its future.
Responsibilities:
- Leverage your existing industry network to identify and develop new opportunities, build relationships with key decision-makers, and position Encorus early in the project development process.
- Represent Encorus at regional and national industry events to expand our visibility and develop new relationships.
- Develop and execute strategic business development plans for our Inspection & Testing groups, with a focus on growing both public and private sector work.
- Identify upcoming projects, capital investments, expansions, and other market opportunities where Encorus’ technical expertise can provide value.
- Build and maintain trusted relationships with owners, engineers, contractors, and facility managers,
- Partner with technical and operations leaders to qualify opportunities, develop pursuit strategies, and respond to client needs.
- Maintain a strong understanding of the Upstate New York market, including industry trends, competitors, upcoming projects, and emerging opportunities.
Qualifications:
- 10+ years of experience in business development or sales within an industrial, construction, engineering, inspection, testing, or environmental sector.
- An established network of industry contacts and a demonstrated ability to turn relationships into business opportunities.
- Familiarity with CRM systems for managing client relationships, tracking leads, and maintaining accurate records of business development activities.
- Proven success developing business within private industry, particularly in markets such as manufacturing, chemical processing, power, renewable energy, data centers, or other industrial facilities.
- Knowledge of the market and an understanding of how industrial and commercial projects are developed and awarded.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to have credible conversations with both technical professionals and executive-level decision-makers.
- Excellent written, verbal, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- A self-directed, entrepreneurial approach to business development with the ability to work independently and collaborate closely with technical teams.
- A valid driver's license, along with the ability to travel locally and occasionally out of state.
- Willingness and ability to travel approximately 25% for client meetings, conferences, trade shows, networking events, and project-related activities.
- Ability to pass a criminal background check and pre-employment drug screening.
Pay Range: The salary range for this position is $110,000 - $140,000 annually. Actual compensation will be based on the candidate’s knowledge, skills, and experience. Encorus Group is an equal opportunity employer (EOE/AA Disability/Veteran), committed to fair and equitable compensation.
Join Us!
At Encorus, we value innovation, collaboration, and professional development. We are a 100% employee-owned ESOP company offering the opportunity to work within a collaborative and supportive environment. We value accuracy, consistency, and professionalism, and are seeking individuals who take pride in their work and want a role with room to develop over
time.
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