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Business Development Director, Houston

ICON
Location
Austin, Texas, United States
Posted
18 days ago
Department
Build Operations
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 10+ years of high-performance experience in Business Development or Real Estate Development
  • Proven track record in a Design-Build, General Contractor or real estate developer environment
  • Deep understanding of the Greater Houston real estate fundamentals
  • Ability to navigate technical discussions regarding robotics, architecture, and advanced material science
  • A 'Day One' rolodex of local developers, investors, and architectural influencers
  • Bachelor’s degree in Economics, Business, Finance, Real Estate, Construction Management or related
Nice to have
  • MBA or MRED
  • Proficient in leveraging AI tools (Claude, Gemini) to accelerate research, drafting, and analysis
What the job really is

The Business Development Director at ICON will focus on expanding the company's presence in the Greater Houston area by strategically positioning ICON's technology in the market. Responsibilities include identifying market opportunities, managing relationships with key stakeholders, leading contract negotiations, and navigating regulatory challenges. This role requires a deep understanding of the local real estate landscape and involves full lifecycle ownership of high-value projects from conception to contract.

Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Role requires significant networking and relationship management skills
  • Focus on navigating regulatory challenges in a complex market
  • Emphasis on a consultative leadership style may require strong interpersonal skills
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