Business Development Associate

Brief Description

We are in search of a Business Development Associate for our Livonia, Michigan office. The Business Development Associate will lead the client prequalification efforts ensuring that all client requirements remain current. This associate will assist in proposal development and preparation as well as scheduling customer events. This person needs to be a team player willing to assist others as needed.

• Manage the client prequalification process. Ensuring that all data is submitted accurately and timely.
• Prepare, edit, and proofread proposals, bid documents and marketing materials.
• Schedule internal sales meetings.
• Enter and update leads and use our CRM system (Cosential Unanet) to prepare the company bid schedule for distribution.
• Support the preparation for and scheduling of client office visits.
• Support the preparation of Power Point presentations.
• Schedule client events and organize ticket distribution.
• File and organize copies of proposals and other client communications.
• Order and distribute associate and client wearables and other incentives.
• Order office supplies.
• Take care of service calls and supplies for marketing copiers.
• Make arrangements for flowers, gifts and memorials to be sent.
• Take care of catering orders for meetings.
• Miscellaneous administrative duties as assigned.
• Update Associate Resumes.
• Prepare and order business cards.
• Update Safety Manual and other company programs and policies.

• Good written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to work with a wide range of customers, both internal and external.
• Strong skills in the MS Office 365 software suite.
• Experienced in Adobe InDesign software.
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be able to multitask, have good time management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks.
• Good at identifying problems and providing potential solutions.
• Must be organized, detail-oriented and able to work independently.

• 3+ years’ experience working in an administrative role.
• A minimum of a high school diploma or GED is required. College education in business or construction management is beneficial.

Interested parties should apply on our website at

The Rudolph/Libbe Companies Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.