Business Development Director Jobs in Texas

Business Development Director jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, concentrated in energy, technology, aerospace, and enterprise software sectors with openings at every level from emerging director to senior executive. Dallas-Fort Worth, Houston, and Austin generate the largest share of postings, with major employers like AT&T, Lockheed Martin, and Dell Technologies consistently hiring for business development leadership across their Texas operations. The most in-demand specialties are enterprise sales strategy, government and defense contracting, and technology partnerships. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles601+
Top employerAlvarez & Marsal
Top cityDallas, TX
Cities hiring51
Work type72% On-site
Top industryConsulting

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Balfour Beatty
Business Development Director
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Balfour Beatty
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Business Development Director
Balfour Beatty
Austin, Texas
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Business Development
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Air Liquide
Sales & Business Development Director
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Sales & Business Development Director
Air Liquide
Houston, Texas
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Account Management
Business Development
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Fortrea
Business Development Director II
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Business Development Director II
Fortrea
Dallas, Texas
Sales
Partnerships & Business Development
Account Management
Customer Success
Business Development
$140k - $160k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Linde
Business Development Director
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Linde
Added 3w ago
Business Development Director
Linde
The Woodlands, Texas
Partnerships & Business Development
Project & Program Management
Consulting & Professional Services
Business Development
On-Site
Bachelor's
10,000+

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Baker Tilly Canada
Business Development Director
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Baker Tilly Canada
Added 3w ago
Business Development Director
Baker Tilly Canada
Dallas, Texas
Partnerships & Business Development
Sales
Customer Success
Consulting & Professional Services
Business Development
$155k - $245k/yr
On-Site
Bachelor's
1,001-5,000

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Business Development Director Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Dallas
148 jobs
Houston
144 jobs
Austin
106 jobs
Irving
51 jobs
San Antonio
20 jobs
Plano
18 jobs
Fort Worth
13 jobs
Richardson
9 jobs
Frisco
8 jobs

Business Development Director Job Market in Texas

A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

  • Alvarez & Marsal
    Alvarez & Marsal53
  • CVS Health
    CVS Health9
  • Fitch Ratings
    Fitch Ratings8
  • Vizient
    Vizient8
  • Baker Tilly Canada
    Baker Tilly Canada6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Consulting & Professional Services156
  • Technology & Software109
  • Accounting & Auditing47
  • Healthcare & Medical Services41
  • Education38

What Texas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in business development director jobs across Texas.

  • Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related field required by most Texas employers
  • Seven or more years of progressive sales or business development experience in a relevant Texas industry
  • Demonstrated ability to build and close complex enterprise or government contracts in Texas markets
  • Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing a direct revenue quota or pipeline
  • Proficiency with CRM platforms such as Salesforce used widely across Texas-based technology and energy firms
  • Strong existing network within Texas industry verticals such as energy, defense, or enterprise technology

Business Development Director Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a business development director in Texas?

Business development directors in Texas do not require a state-issued license, but most employers expect a bachelor's degree in business, marketing, or a related discipline alongside substantial industry experience. Candidates typically progress through individual contributor sales or partnerships roles before moving into director-level positions. Industries such as energy and defense contracting favor candidates who hold relevant industry certifications, such as those offered through the Project Management Institute or recognized Texas industry associations, alongside a strong record of closing high-value accounts.

Which companies hire business development directors in Texas?

Employers hiring business development directors in Texas right now include Alvarez & Marsal, CVS Health, and Fitch Ratings, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Texas's concentration of Fortune 500 headquarters, defense contractors, and energy majors means demand for business development leadership runs deep across multiple industries and company sizes.

Which Texas cities have the most business development director jobs?

Dallas, Houston, and Austin account for the most business development director openings in Texas. Dallas-Fort Worth's density of corporate headquarters and financial services firms drives the largest share of demand, while Houston's energy and petrochemical sector and Austin's fast-growing technology industry create strong, sustained hiring in those metros as well.

Are there remote business development director jobs in Texas?

Yes, and more than most fields, because business development work is relationship- and strategy-focused rather than tied to a physical site. About 28% of business development director openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how broadly employers have accepted distributed leadership in this function. Strategic planning, pipeline management, and partner development work are the portions of the role most commonly performed remotely.

How can I get hired as a business development director in Texas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is moving into a business development manager or senior account executive role first, then building toward the director title. Large Texas employers in technology and energy, including firms headquartered in the Dallas-Fort Worth and Houston corridors, regularly hire into rotational leadership development programs that feed director pipelines. Adjacent roles such as sales operations manager, strategic partnerships manager, or regional account director are common lateral moves. Earning a Project Management Professional credential or completing a Texas MBA program strengthens candidacy considerably for candidates without a long director-level record.

Where can I find and apply to business development director jobs in Texas?

You can find and apply to business development director jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings from employers actively hiring for this role. Search the available positions, find the roles that fit your experience and target industry, and apply directly to the ones that match.

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