Strategic Partnerships Specialist Chris-Tel Construction - 4.4 Fort Myers, FL Job Details Full-time 22 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Health insurance Dental insurance 401(k) Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Employee assistance program Vision insurance Employee stock ownership plan Professional development assistance Life insurance Qualifications Professional networking Relationship management Strategic partnerships Full Job Description The Opportunity For more than 35 years, Chris-Tel Construction has partnered with public and private clients across Florida to deliver award-winning projects through Construction Management, Design-Build, and General Contracting services. As we continue to expand our footprint and strengthen our presence throughout Florida, we're looking for an energetic, relationship-focused professional to help grow Chris-Tel's visibility within the commercial construction community. As our Strategic Partnerships Specialist, you'll serve as a brand ambassador by building meaningful relationships, representing Chris-Tel at networking and community events, and connecting valuable industry contacts with our Business Development team. If you enjoy meeting new people, creating opportunities through relationships, and representing an organization with integrity and professionalism, we'd love to hear from you. What You'll Do Represent Chris-Tel at networking events, industry associations, conferences, trade organizations, charitable events, and community activities. Build and strengthen relationships with architects, engineers, developers, owner's representatives, industry organizations, community leaders, and other key stakeholders. Serve as a Company ambassador by promoting Chris-Tel's culture, capabilities, and value proposition. Build a professional network that enhances Chris-Tel's visibility and reputation within the commercial construction industry. Participate in sponsorships, speaking engagements, and community outreach activities as a representative of the Company. Identify relationship opportunities and introduce qualified contacts to the appropriate Business Development team members. Share market intelligence, relationship updates, and community insights with the Marketing Manager and Business Development team. Maintain accurate relationship, contact, and engagement information within the Company's CRM. Document networking activities and prepare activity reports to support business development efforts. Collaborate with Marketing to ensure consistent Company branding during external engagements. Support social media visibility by providing photos, content, and highlights from networking events, community involvement, and industry activities. Who You Are A relationship builder who enjoys connecting people and creating opportunities. Experienced in business development, relationship management, marketing, public relations, commercial construction, or a related field. Well connected within the commercial construction or Southwest Florida business community. Active in professional organizations, chambers of commerce, industry associations, or community groups. Comfortable representing the Company in public settings and building executive-level relationships. Proficient with Microsoft Office; experience with CRM software such as HubSpot preferred. Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills. What Makes You Successful Exceptional networking and relationship-building abilities. Strong public speaking and presentation skills. Ability to establish credibility and build trust with diverse stakeholders. Highly organized with excellent time management skills. Professional, outgoing, and self-motivated. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work independently while managing multiple priorities. High level of integrity, professionalism, and customer service. Willingness to work occasional evenings and weekends to attend networking events, industry functions, and community activities. Travel Regular travel throughout Southwest Florida is required to attend networking events, client meetings, project sites, industry conferences, trade organizations, community events, and other business-related activities. This position also requires flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends to support networking events, sponsorships, charitable functions, and community engagement opportunities. Why Join Chris-Tel? ESOP (Employee Stock Ownership Plan) Health insurance with 100% paid employee-only coverage Dental and vision insurance Paid time off and paid holidays 401(k) retirement plan Professional development Tuition reimbursement Equal Opportunity Employer Chris-Tel Construction is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to any status protected by applicable law. Chris-Tel Construction is a Drug-Free Workplace.

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Full-time Benefits:

401(k) Dental insurance Employee assistance program Flexible spending account Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Application Question(s): How many years of professional experience do you have building relationships within the commercial construction industry, business community, or a related field? Are you willing and able to attend networking events, industry meetings, and community functions that may occur during evenings or weekends? Which organizations are you currently active in?

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