Salary: Business Development Manager Data Center Construction Location: Remote with Travel Division: Mission Critical | Data Center

About Knobelsdorff At Knobelsdorff, were redefining what electrical contractors can deliver in the mission critical sector. With decades of design-build experience, a national footprint, and a growing reputation in data center infrastructure, we partner with industry leaders to build complex systems that support todays most demanding digital workloads. We specialize in electrical and automation solutions for data center projects in the 515MW range, providing unmatched execution, technical leadership, and reliability for enterprise, colocation, and hyperscale environments. Position Summary Knobelsdorff is seeking a Business Development Executive to drive our data center vertical and expand our footprint in small to mid-sized mission critical projects. This is a strategic, high-impact role for a business-minded professional who thrives in building relationships with owners, developers, EPCs, and general contractorsand understands how to bring electrical and infrastructure solutions into early-stage project planning. Youll own client development from initial contact through project pursuitworking with engineering firms, construction leaders, and end-users to position KE as the go-to partner for electrical and utility systems that power mission critical infrastructure. Key Responsibilities Drive business growth in the 515MW data center space, focusing on private developers, colos, and enterprise clients. Cultivate new client relationships with data center operators, design-build firms, and GCs. Lead early project conversations around electrical infrastructure, medium voltage systems, and design-build scope alignment. Partner with engineering and estimating teams to develop tailored solutions during RFP/RFQ stages. Influence early planning decisions around site selection, scalability, and delivery strategy. Represent KE at key industry conferences Prepare and deliver persuasive presentations, proposals, and executive briefings. Maintain a robust pipeline of qualified opportunities using CRM tools and reporting metrics. Identify and track trends in the data center and mission critical industries to support strategic growth initiatives. Qualifications 5+ years of business development experience in construction data center infrastructure. Strong network within the data center ecosystem: hyperscalers, colos, EPCs, and GCs. Familiarity with electrical scope for mission critical environments (medium voltage, distribution, UPS/generators, etc.). Strong grasp of the design-build project delivery method and proposal strategy. Ability to translate technical solutions into client value and long-term partnership. Confident communicator with C-level executives, developers, and design partners. Highly organized with strong follow-up, reporting, and CRM tracking skills. Bachelors degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Marketing, or Business preferred. Active involvement in data center industry associations a plus Bonus Qualifications Former military leadership or technical background (e.g., Navy Nuke, Power Generation, Seabees, Air Force Power Production) Previous experience in electrical contracting, systems integration, or mission-critical infrastructure Prior involvement with cast-in-place or precast is a plus, but not required Why Join Knobelsdorff Be part of a fast-growing mission critical division with long-term vision and national reach Partner with a company that delivers field-proven excellence backed by strong engineering Competitive base salary + performance bonus + full benefits Work/life balance in a flexible, relationship-first culture

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