Marketing Manager For Business Development

Marketing Manager For Business Development

State Utility Contractors, Inc. – Monroe, NC

Ready to help shape the future of water infrastructure in the Carolinas? At State Utility Contractors, Inc., we don’t just build treatment plants and pipelines, we build careers that last. As a 100% employee-owned (ESOP) heavy civil contractor, every project we deliver strengthens both our communities and our people. When you join SUCI, you’re not just accepting a job, you’re earning a stake in our success.

Why State Utility?

State Utility Contractors is a top-tier Alternative Delivery and Design-Bid-Build construction firm with a proven legacy of excellence across NC, SC, and VA. With over 40+ years of specialized experience in water and wastewater pipeline and treatment plant construction, we have built a reputation for growth, opportunity, and industry leadership.

We deliver complex pipelines, treatment facility upgrades, expansions, pump stations, and greenfield projects ranging from $100,000 to $100 million, and we are continuing to grow, with a current annual volume of $165M+.

About the Role

We’re seeking a driven Marketing Manager who wants to advance into a full-scope Marketing and Business Development Leader while working closely with company leadership. You will join a highly respected business development group that boasts 30+ years of collective expertise, working side-by-side with division managers, project managers, and estimators who all play a critical role in business development.

This role is designed for a growth-minded professional who values career advancement, technical challenge, and direct impact on the work we win and build.

What You’ll Do

In this role, you’ll be involved in the management and development of a marketing team, strategic planning, market research and business development.

Your primary responsibilities will be:

• Develop and implement company wide marketing plans and initiatives.
• Develop, oversee and manage a team of marketing, communication and creative specialists.
• Lead the development, content curation and strategic messaging of all alternative delivery pursuits company wide.
• Oversee the design, implementation, and facilitation of strategic marketing materials and communications firmwide while continuing to develop the structure.
• Identify, research, and create new alternative delivery marketing and business development strategies while maintaining all partnerships and relationships.
• Serve as an integral member of the senior management team, defining ongoing priorities and supervision of budget, and supporting the goals and objectives of the company.
• Participate in industry networking groups (i.e. DBIA, AWWA, NC One Water, etc.), attend various associations and events, and promote the use of a client database to generate leads and relationships with clients.
• Work closely with the Division Managers, Project Managers, and Estimators to understand the objectives; help develop and deliver messages to reach company objectives; support the delivery of key marketing strategies and attend trade shows and events that help advance the company’s position with clients.

** Some travel required.

Our market and projects present unique technical and logistical challenges, giving you the exposure needed to advance into top-tier marketing and business development opportunities in the water/wastewater industry.

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, Communications, or similar area is required.
• 7+ years of marketing-related experience preferably in the heavy civil, water/wastewater, alternative delivery, or A/E/C industry.
• A track record of performance, managing complex projects, and working effectively with leaders at all levels of the organization.
• Self-motivated, strategic thinker with a proven ability to develop and execute business and marketing plans.
• Exceptional insight into and knowledge of emerging marketing trends, PR/communications, and social media.
• Skills and enthusiasm for bringing diverse people together to work successfully as a team.
• Strong knowledge of Adobe software (InDesign and Illustrator)

Why You’ll Love Working Here

✔ Employee-Owned – Earn equity in the company through our ESOP

✔ Competitive Salary + Annual Performance Bonus

✔ Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision Benefits

✔ 401(k) with Employer Match

✔ Career development, mentorship, and advancement to Marketing Director.

✔ Stability and Growth – SUCI is a financially strong, expanding contractor with unlimited/unclassified GC license

Your Career Path with SUCI

This isn’t a “plug into a seat and stay in your lane” kind of job. We invest in our people.

State Utility Contractors, Inc. is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer.