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Ready to turn your ambition into achievement? Join Pond & Company and be part of the team that’s redefining the future of Architectural, Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, and Environmental projects!
ABOUT THE POSITION
Pond is seeking an experienced Business Development professional to drive strategic growth in the advanced manufacturing sector, with a focus on designing medical device manufacturing facilities. The ideal candidate brings a strong industry network and a proven track record of success in process-driven sales within an AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Management) environment. This individual will play a critical role in expanding Pond’s national presence by identifying and converting high-value opportunities with advanced manufacturing clients.
This is a high-impact role for a results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You’ll work closely with senior leadership, market directors, and technical teams to position Pond’s integrated AEC capabilities to meet the unique regulatory and operational challenges of advanced manufacturing clients.
This position can be located remotely in the continental United States, preference will be given to candidates in the Atlanta, GA area.
All Pond & Company positions require participation in at least one in-person interview as part of our hiring process, and most roles also require in-person onboarding at a Pond office location; candidates for remote roles should expect to meet directly with our team and should be cautious of any communication suggesting otherwise.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drive business development across medical device manufacturing markets.
- Lead the full business development lifecycle for medical device manufacturing facility design projects: prospecting, lead qualification, pursuit strategy, proposal development, and closing.
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline, tracking activity in CRM platforms (Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint).
- Collaborate with marketing, proposal teams, and technical subject matter experts to create client-focused strategies and materials.
- Deliver executive-level client presentations and pursuit strategies tailored to highly regulated manufacturing environments.
- Partner closely with project management and engineering teams to align client requirements with technical solutions, including process engineering and facility design.
- Travel as required for client engagement, team coordination, and industry events.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Business, Life Sciences, or related field.
- Minimum 10 years of B2B sales experience in the AEC industry, with demonstrated success in medical device manufacturing facility design projects.
- Ability to build and grow a book of business in regulated and compliance-driven environments.
- Strong understanding of how A/E/CM services support facility design, production processes, process engineering, and validation requirements.
- Familiarity with CRM and sales tools (Salesforce, Deltek, ZoomInfo, LinkedIn Sales Navigator).
- Excellent executive-level communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to lead cross-functional pursuit teams.
- Ability to travel 30–50% as needed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience navigating complex, long-cycle sales and procurement processes.
- Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards across advanced manufacturing sectors.
- Knowledge of cleanrooms, sterilization, process facilities, and distribution networks.
- Background in developing go-to-market strategies or launching new service offerings in technical markets.
All Pond & Company positions require participation in at least one in-person interview as part of our hiring process, and most roles also require in-person onboarding at a Pond office location; candidates should expect to meet directly with our team and should be cautious of any communication suggesting otherwise.
ABOUT POND
Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond’s staff of 800+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion – and everything in between – with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta’s #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. Please see the hiring range associated with this posting for more information.
Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond’s comprehensive benefits offerings here.
All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. Additionally, offers may be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hrdepartment@pondco.com.
Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com. We are always looking for driven professionals of all disciplines to join our fast-growing company. For more information on our services, clientele, or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com.
Should you run into any issues in completing the application, please reach out to recruiters@pondco.com for assistance.
INTRODUCTION
Ready to turn your ambition into achievement? Join Pond & Company and be part of the team that’s redefining the future of Architectural, Engineering, Planning, Construction Management, and Environmental projects!
ABOUT THE POSITION
Pond is seeking an experienced Business Development professional to drive strategic growth in the advanced manufacturing sector, with a focus on designing medical device manufacturing facilities. The ideal candidate brings a strong industry network and a proven track record of success in process-driven sales within an AEC (Architecture, Engineering, and Construction Management) environment. This individual will play a critical role in expanding Pond’s national presence by identifying and converting high-value opportunities with advanced manufacturing clients.
This is a high-impact role for a results-driven professional who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You’ll work closely with senior leadership, market directors, and technical teams to position Pond’s integrated AEC capabilities to meet the unique regulatory and operational challenges of advanced manufacturing clients.
This position can be located remotely in the continental United States, preference will be given to candidates in the Atlanta, GA area.
All Pond & Company positions require participation in at least one in-person interview as part of our hiring process, and most roles also require in-person onboarding at a Pond office location; candidates for remote roles should expect to meet directly with our team and should be cautious of any communication suggesting otherwise.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Drive business development across medical device manufacturing markets.
- Lead the full business development lifecycle for medical device manufacturing facility design projects: prospecting, lead qualification, pursuit strategy, proposal development, and closing.
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline, tracking activity in CRM platforms (Deltek Vision/Vantagepoint).
- Collaborate with marketing, proposal teams, and technical subject matter experts to create client-focused strategies and materials.
- Deliver executive-level client presentations and pursuit strategies tailored to highly regulated manufacturing environments.
- Partner closely with project management and engineering teams to align client requirements with technical solutions, including process engineering and facility design.
- Travel as required for client engagement, team coordination, and industry events.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, Business, Life Sciences, or related field.
- Minimum 10 years of B2B sales experience in the AEC industry, with demonstrated success in medical device manufacturing facility design projects.
- Ability to build and grow a book of business in regulated and compliance-driven environments.
- Strong understanding of how A/E/CM services support facility design, production processes, process engineering, and validation requirements.
- Familiarity with CRM and sales tools (Salesforce, Deltek, ZoomInfo, LinkedIn Sales Navigator).
- Excellent executive-level communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to lead cross-functional pursuit teams.
- Ability to travel 30–50% as needed.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience navigating complex, long-cycle sales and procurement processes.
- Familiarity with regulatory and compliance standards across advanced manufacturing sectors.
- Knowledge of cleanrooms, sterilization, process facilities, and distribution networks.
- Background in developing go-to-market strategies or launching new service offerings in technical markets.
All Pond & Company positions require participation in at least one in-person interview as part of our hiring process, and most roles also require in-person onboarding at a Pond office location; candidates should expect to meet directly with our team and should be cautious of any communication suggesting otherwise.
ABOUT POND
Pond is an award-winning, full-service architecture, engineering, planning, construction management, and environmental services firm providing professional solutions to clients throughout the U.S. and globally for nearly 60 years. Pond’s staff of 800+ professionals provide a deep bench strength of experience and capabilities to offer customized solutions that help clients manage projects from concept to completion – and everything in between – with confidence and clarity. Pond is currently ranked as the 80th largest engineering and design firm by ENR, Atlanta’s #1 engineering firm by Atlanta Business Chronicle, and has been recognized as an Employer of the Year by Georgia ACEC and a Best Place to Work for Working Parents.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Many factors are considered when determining compensation at Pond, including scope and level of position, geographic location, candidate skill, knowledge and experience. Starting base pay may vary depending on these factors. Please see the hiring range associated with this posting for more information.
Additional cash incentives may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a range of medical, financial and/or other benefits dependent on position offered. Learn more about Pond’s comprehensive benefits offerings here.
All offers of employment made by Pond & Company are contingent upon satisfactory background check results. Pre-employment background checks will be conducted on all candidates that are offered a position at Pond in compliance with program policy as well as state and federal regulations. Additionally, offers may be contingent upon the successful completion of a pre-employment drug and alcohol test.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer that recognizes the value of diversity and inclusion in the workplace. Employment decisions at Pond are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state and local laws in jurisdictions where we operate. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may contact us at hrdepartment@pondco.com.
Apply for this position at careers.pondco.com. We are always looking for driven professionals of all disciplines to join our fast-growing company. For more information on our services, clientele, or employment opportunities, visit our website at www.pondco.com.
Should you run into any issues in completing the application, please reach out to recruiters@pondco.com for assistance.
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Align your background with H-2A eligibility
H-2A visa covers temporary or seasonal positions, so document how your Business Development experience ties directly to agricultural cycles. A contract tied to harvest season, trade show periods, or planting cycles strengthens your petition.
Target agricultural employers with export programs
Growers, cooperatives, and agribusinesses with international sales divisions file H-2A petitions for Business Development roles during peak seasons. Focus your outreach on employers who already have DOL-certified H-2A histories in related positions.
Search verified H-2A sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters job listings by employers with confirmed H-2A sponsorship activity, so you're not cold-applying to companies unfamiliar with the visa process. Use it to find Business Development openings tied to active agricultural operations.
Confirm the job order covers your role duties
DOL requires employers to file a detailed job order before sponsoring H-2A workers. Ask to review the approved job order before accepting an offer to verify your Business Development duties are specifically described and match your actual responsibilities.
Verify housing and transportation terms before signing
H-2A employers must provide free housing meeting federal standards and pay inbound and outbound transportation costs. Get written confirmation of housing location, occupancy standards, and whether transportation covers your full travel from your home country.
Use O*NET to prepare credential documentation
Pull the O*NET occupation profile for Business Development roles to identify the skills, education, and work activities DOL expects. Use this to align your resume and supporting documents with what the employer lists in their H-2A labor certification application.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I find Business Development jobs with H-2A visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is the most direct way to find Business Development roles where employers have confirmed H-2A sponsorship. Search by job title and filter for H-2A-certified positions tied to agricultural operations. Because H-2A requires DOL labor certification before the employer can hire foreign workers, listings on Migrate Mate reflect employers who have already begun or completed that filing process.
What employer obligations come with H-2A sponsorship for this role?
H-2A employers must provide free housing that meets federal and state occupancy standards, pay for your round-trip transportation from your home country, and guarantee wages at the Adverse Effect Wage Rate or the prevailing wage for your occupation, whichever is higher. These obligations are written into the job order DOL certifies before your petition is filed.
Does a Business Development role qualify as a seasonal position under H-2A?
It can, if the employer demonstrates the work is tied to a recurring agricultural cycle rather than ongoing year-round operations. Business Development roles supporting seasonal commodity sales, export contracts during harvest windows, or trade event schedules that coincide with planting or harvest periods have supported successful H-2A certifications. DOL evaluates each job order on its specific duties and seasonal justification.
What documents should I prepare before a U.S. employer begins my H-2A petition?
Gather proof of your relevant Business Development experience, any credentials or degrees that align with the role's duties, a valid passport, and your work history organized by employer and date. Your employer will need this information to complete Form I-129 with USCIS and the accompanying DOL labor certification. Having clean, translated documents ready speeds up the filing timeline on their end.