Senior Manager, Business Development

Who We Are

Connecting People to Possibility

As a publicly traded company (NYSE: CTRI)) with $2.6 billion in revenue, Centuri leads the way in utility infrastructure across North America. What sets us apart is our local agility, resources to scale, and comprehensive solutions for a dynamic energy market.

Whether in the field or providing essential behind the scenes support, Centuri offers professional growth opportunities where you can thrive and make a difference. Join a culture where safety, sustainability, and teamwork come first, with training and benefits that truly care for your well-being.

As Senior Manager of Business Development, you are responsible for driving growth and managing high-value relationships within the midstream and natural gas utility sectors. You will act as a key liaison in the Arizona and California markets, proactively identifying new business leads and ensuring our service offerings align with the evolving needs of our strategic partners.

What You'll Do

• Proactively identify and qualify high-potential business opportunities within the utility infrastructure and pipeline construction landscape
• Cultivate and manage high-level relationships with key customers and community stakeholders, serving as a trusted advisor in the AZ and CA regions
• Analyze regional market conditions and competitor landscapes to provide actionable insights and recommendations for the regional growth strategy
• Lead the review of existing partnerships to identify and capture opportunities for expanded service offerings and organic growth
• Execute and provide input on regional marketing plans to ensure they are tailored to market needs while remaining aligned with corporate values
• Coordinate between business development and operational teams to ensure project requirements are met and customer expectations are exceeded
• Travel throughout the Southwest region to lead business development efforts and support field initiatives
• Perform other tasks as requested by leadership

What You'll Have

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• 5+ years of success in a business development capacity within the midstream, utility, or construction sectors
• An established network of industry contacts and a strong understanding of the utility landscape in Arizona and California
• Demonstrated ability to influence internal operational teams and external partners through data-driven logic and strategic persuasion
• Proven ability to work autonomously in an ambiguous environment while consistently meeting growth objectives
• Excellent written and oral communication skills, with the ability to translate complex project requirements into compelling business proposals

What You'll Get

• Benefit Package including Medical, Dental and Vision Coverage
• 401K w/ Company Match
• Voluntary Life & AD&D Insurance and Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
• Vacation/Sick Time and Paid Holidays
• Potential Bonus Opportunities
• Career Development Opportunities
• Employee Discounts
• Weekly Payroll

Work Environment

• Work is performed in a typical indoor office environment
• Flexibility to work different schedules and stay late with little or no notice
• Must be able to read documents, use a computer, communicate verbally and in writing
• Mobility required within an office, warehouse and construction site environments
• Ability to occasionally lift up to 20 pounds

Legal Stuff

• Pass pre-employment, random, post-accident, and reasonable suspicion drug screens
• Provide valid US work authorization documents for E-Verify
• Satisfactory results of pre-employment background check results

Our Commitment to Opportunity

This job description is subject to change at any time. It reflects management's assignment of essential functions, and does not exclude or restrict the tasks that may be assigned. Centuri and its subsidiary companies will provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants without regard to an applicant's race, color, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other status protected by federal, state or local law. Centuri will provide reasonable accommodations to allow an applicant to participate in the hiring process (e.g., accommodations for a test or job interview) if so requested.

Nearest Major Market: Phoenix