Business Development Manager

911 Restoration Metro Detroit

Location: Canton, Michigan

Employment Type: Full-Time

Experience Required: Minimum 2 years in the Restoration Industry

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager (BDM) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in the restoration industry (water, fire, mold, or construction services) and be passionate about building strong client relationships.

This role requires a driven, results-oriented professional who thrives both in the field and on the road, engaging with clients, networking, and representing our company in the community.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with referral partners (insurance adjusters, property managers, contractors, commercial facilities, government contacts, etc.)
  • Generate new business opportunities by visiting job sites, networking events, and community outreach programs.
  • Identify and pursue strategic partnerships to expand market presence.
  • Provide excellent customer service and act as a trusted advisor for clients during restoration projects.
  • Work closely with operations and project management teams to ensure seamless communication from lead to job completion.
  • Maintain accurate records of leads, calls, meetings, and opportunities in CRM or the Excel Sheet provided.

Requirements

  • Minimum 2 years of business development or sales experience in the restoration industry (water, fire, mold, construction, or related field).
  • Valid driver’s license and ability to travel daily for in-person meetings.
  • Strong knowledge of restoration services, insurance claims process, and emergency response protocols.
  • Proven track record of achieving sales goals and developing referral relationships.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and networking skills.
  • Self-motivated, reliable, and able to work independently while supporting a team environment.

Preferred Skills

  • Established relationships with insurance adjusters, property managers, or commercial facility managers.
  • Experience in CRM, Google Sheets/Docs, and other reporting tools.
  • Good communication skills.
  • Leadership
  • Team player
  • Strong local market knowledge.

What We Offer

Competitive base salary + commission structure.

Company vehicle or mileage reimbursement.

Ongoing training and career development opportunities.

Send your resume and a short cover letter explaining your experience in the restoration industry to ***email_hidden***.