Business Development Intern/Co-Op
Balfour Beatty (Civils) · Atlanta, GA
About the role
Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting, at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity, a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better way. Through Zero Harm®, we are challenging the construction industry’s assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our business.
Consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record, our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).
Our Benefits Balfour Beatty offers employees a comprehensive compensation and benefit package: Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance Health Savings Account 401(k) with company match Paid time off Tuition Assistance Employee Referral Bonus And more!
Summary
Supports the regional business development team by conducting market research, tracking opportunities, maintaining CRM data, coordinating client engagement activities, supporting proposal development efforts, preparing pursuit intelligence, and assisting with event planning and client outreach. This role provides exposure to construction, marketing, preconstruction, and client relationship management while developing future business development professionals. The individual in this role reports directly to the Director of Business Development.
Minimum Requirements
- Experience conducting research or managing projects in an academic or professional environment.
- Possess excellent organization skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Strong writing and proofreading abilities.
- Ability to work independently and take initiative.
- Participate in CRM database updates and maintenance, specifically project and employee information.
- High School Diploma
Preferred Requirements
- Pursuing degree in Business, Marketing, or related field.
- Technical Skills / Experience with: Microsoft Copilot, Adobe Suite, CRM platforms, Microsoft Suite.
- Being research oriented.
- Comfortable initiating conversations and building relationships.
- Possess strong presentation skills.
- Analytical thinker who enjoys gathering and organizing information.
Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.