Business Development Specialist
Not Disclosed•Full-TimeOn-site
location_onMonroe Harbor, 400, East Monroe Street, Jewelers Row, Loop, Chicago, South Chicago Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60603, United States
About the Role
Performance Contracting is seeking a motivated Business Development Specialist to join our PCI Chicago 573 operation in Chicago, IL. This is an execution-focused role designed to drive organization, visibility, and consistency across customer engagement, opportunity tracking, joint venture pursuits, and proposal support.
The primary customer for this position is internal. Success is measured by how well you support the business development, estimating, operations, and finance teams with accurate data, reliable coordination, and professional presentation. This role blends event coordination, proposal development, and brand awareness with practical business development support, making a marketing background a strong asset.
Day in the Life
You will serve as the operational backbone for our growth initiatives. Your day involves coordinating customer-facing events—from networking lunches to multi-day golf outings—managing all logistics, reservations, and communications to ensure seamless execution. You will partner closely with the estimating team to maintain the Opportunities module, ensuring leadership has actionable data for decision-making.
A significant portion of your time will be dedicated to crafting high-quality materials, including writing, editing, and formatting proposals, as well as developing professional slide decks for scope reviews and customer interviews. You will also track joint venture activities and manpower forecasting tools, ensuring data integrity across all systems while building effective relationships with leadership, operations teams, and industry partners.
Work location
Work model: On-site
Monroe Harbor, 400, East Monroe Street, Jewelers Row, Loop, Chicago, South Chicago Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60603, United States
Chicago, Illinois
Key Responsibilities
- check_circleCoordinate customer-facing events including logistics, scheduling, and communications
- check_circleManage the Opportunities module to ensure accurate and actionable data for leadership
- check_circleSupport proposal development through content creation, editing, and formatting
- check_circleDevelop professional slide decks and presentation materials for business meetings
- check_circleTrack joint venture opportunities and communicate outcomes to the controller group
- check_circleMaintain the manpower loader to support operational planning and workforce forecasting
- check_circleEnsure data integrity and accuracy across all business development systems and databases
- check_circleCoordinate customer entertainment and relationship-building events such as golf outings
Requirements
- verifiedAt least 2 years of experience
- verifiedBachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, or related field
- verifiedProficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
Nice to Have
Marketing background. At least 2 years of experience and/or Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, or a related field. Previous experience in marketing, business development, event coordination, communications, or a related discipline.
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Skills, education and keywords
Skills: Microsoft Office Suite, Powerpoint, Word, Excel, Marketing, Business Development, Event Coordination, Communications, Public Relations, Business Administration.
Education: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, or related field preferred.
Frequently asked questions about Business Development Specialist at Public Consulting Group
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In this Business Development Specialist at Public Consulting Group role, you will coordinate customer-facing events including logistics, scheduling, and communications; manage the opportunities module to ensure accurate and actionable data for leadership; support proposal development through content creation, editing, and formatting; and develop professional slide decks and presentation materials for business meetings.
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Public Consulting Group is looking for candidates who meet the following requirements: At least 2 years of experience; Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, or related field; and Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
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Business Development Specialist at Public Consulting Group is based in Monroe Harbor, 400, East Monroe Street, Jewelers Row, Loop, Chicago, South Chicago Township, Cook County, Illinois, 60603, United States. This is a on-site role.
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Public Consulting Group has listed this Business Development Specialist role as on-site.
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Business Development Specialist at Public Consulting Group typically requires 2+ years of relevant experience at the mid level level.
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Key skills for Business Development Specialist at Public Consulting Group include Microsoft Office Suite; Powerpoint; Word; Excel; Marketing; Business Development; Event Coordination; and Communications.
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Educational requirements for this role: Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, Public Relations, or related field preferred.
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Business Development Specialist at Public Consulting Group is part of the sales job category on Recrutus.
About Public Consulting Group
Public Consulting Group operates as a professional services firm specializing in public sector solutions implementation and operational improvement. Founded in 1986 and based in Boston, Massachusetts, the organization partners with agencies in health, education, and human services to deliver results that positively impact communities. The company employs over 2,000 professionals who utilize a multidisciplinary approach to address complex challenges and pursue opportunities within the public sector.
The firm maintains a significant global footprint with more than 35 offices worldwide. Its operational reach extends across all 50 United States, includes clients in six Canadian provinces, and features a growing practice in Europe. Public Consulting Group leverages this extensive experience to serve constituents and support agencies in achieving their mission objectives through tailored strategies and dedicated execution.
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