BD Manager (Bilingual-Japanese)_TX-HOU

BW Industrial Construction is seeking a dynamic and motivated Business Development Manager to drive growth within our mission‑critical and hyperscale data center markets. This role requires leveraging technical expertise and strategic sales capabilities to identify new opportunities, coordinate closely with internal engineering teams, and expand our presence in the rapidly growing data center sector. Ideal candidates bring experience in industrial or MEP‑heavy environments, with a proven ability to cultivate client relationships and deliver measurable results.

Responsibilities

• Identify and qualify Japan‑related industrial opportunities within the U.S. market.
• Grow BW’s presence with Japanese clients, Japan‑owned companies, and EPC partners operating in the U.S.
• Analyze client needs across mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and industrial construction scopes.
• Develop and execute sales strategies aligned with Japanese business practices and U.S. market conditions.
• Support bilingual pre‑sales communication, proposals, and early project discussions.
• Coordinate smooth handoff to estimating and operations.
  

Requirements

• 2+ years of BD or sales engineering experience in construction/engineering, ideally supporting Japanese clients or industrial projects.
• Demonstrated success in building and leveraging active contacts to generate new opportunities.
• Proven relationship‑building skills with Japanese stakeholders.
• Understanding of U.S. construction markets and Japanese client expectations.
• Ability to translate client needs into actionable solutions.
• Bachelor's degree in Business, Construction, Engineering, or a related field is preferred; equivalent experience in industrial or commercial construction business development will be considered.
• Must speak Japanese and English.

Additional Job Information

• Job Type: Flexible, Full-time, or Part-time opportunities
• Schedule: Flexible, 8- hour shift (5 days per week) for full-time role
• Work Location: Houston (hybrid/remote)
• Compensation: Base plus enhanced commission; depends on experience
• Benefits: Full-time employees are eligible for company benefits
• Career Growth: This role offers a potential leadership path based on performance and market growth.
• Willingness to travel: As Required

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

BW Industrial Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Recruitment Notice

All candidates must apply through our company career site: https://bwindustrialconstruction.bamboohr.com/careers

We review applications on a rolling basis. If selected for next steps, a member of our team will contact you directly. Please do not send resumes via email or social media.