Business Development Director – Energy & Natural Resources

Baker Tilly US

Business Development Director focusing on growth within Energy & Natural Resources sector at Baker Tilly. Building client relationships and developing new business opportunities in a strategic role.

Posted 5/12/2026full-timeChicago • Illinois, New York, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $157,500 - $256,650 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Identify and develop new business opportunities within the Energy & Natural Resources sector
Build, manage, and expand strong client relationships
Shape and execute go-to-market strategies and drive industry-focused growth initiatives
Collaborate across service lines to develop innovative solutions
Monitor emerging trends and communicate them to identify new opportunities
Maintain compliance with CRM requirements and document activities accurately
Create, sustain, and grow relationships with clients to ensure satisfaction and performance standards are met
Perform account planning and primary outreach efforts.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Undergraduate degree from an accredited college or university required; Graduate degree preferred
15+ years of experience in Energy, Power & Utilities, Renewable Energy, Infrastructure, Industrial Manufacturing, or related industries
Demonstrate an understanding of energy market dynamics, capital investment trends, and regulatory developments impacting utilities, renewable energy, and infrastructure
Strong problem-solving and critical thinking skills
Understanding of emerging technologies and their business applications
Ability to work under a defined directive with minimal supervision
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to travel 50-80% as needed.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health insurance
401(k) matching
Flexible work hours
Paid time off
Professional development opportunities

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Hard Skills & Tools

account planninggo-to-market strategiesbusiness developmentclient relationship managementemerging technologiesenergy market dynamicscapital investment trendsregulatory developmentsproblem-solvingcritical thinking

Soft Skills

strong written communicationstrong verbal communicationcollaborationclient satisfactionperformance standardsability to work independentlyrelationship buildingstrategic thinkingadaptabilityinitiative

Certifications

undergraduate degreegraduate degree