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Business Development roles on OPT are widely available across tech, SaaS, consulting, and financial services, where employers regularly sponsor F-1 students. Your 12-month OPT window, extendable to 36 months with a STEM OPT extension if your degree qualifies, gives you real runway to build a pipeline career in the U.S.
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Salary: Starting at $85,000/year (exempt)
Reports to: Operating Unit President
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Monument Roofing of Colorado Springs joined the Tecta America family in January 2024, bringing a team of seasoned professionals with extensive experience in the commercial roofing industry. We provide a full range of services for businesses, industrial facilities, and property managers, including roof installations, re-roofs, metal roofing, leak repairs, preventative maintenance, roof coatings, inspections, and custom sheet metal fabrication.
We are seeking a Business Development Specialist for our Colorado Springs office that will drive growth within a defined territory, focusing on building relationships and exceeding revenue targets. This role emphasizes generating new business revenue by identifying leads and understanding clients' unique roofing needs.
Responsibilities:
- Develop goals and objectives for targeted growth
- Identify and build new client relationships, driving sales revenue and market share within your territory
- Conduct cold calls, face-to-face meetings, and presentations for prospective commercial clients
- Gather information on potential clients to create tailored presentations that address specific roofing needs
- Record all client interactions, leads, and opportunities in the CRM system
- Stay current on competitor offerings to highlight Empire’s advantages
- Provide ongoing support to clients to ensure high satisfaction and long-term business
- Report sales activities and insights to management weekly
- Stay informed on market and client trends, sharing key insights with leadership
- Participate in local professional organizations such as BOMA and IREM, and engage in relevant networking events
- Other duties as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years in sales with a proven track record
- Knowledge of commercial roofing solutions and ability to communicate Monument's value as a trusted provider
- Strong relationship-building skills with demonstrated integrity and trust
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with CRM and data tracking systems
- Ability to problem-solve and offer tailored solutions for client needs
- Comfortable engaging with professionals across various levels within client and Tecta’s organization
Monument Roofing of Colorado, a Tecta America Company, offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, etc.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all associated responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions. Tecta America reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of the business.
Tecta America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Description
Salary: Starting at $85,000/year (exempt)
Reports to: Operating Unit President
Location: Colorado Springs, CO
Monument Roofing of Colorado Springs joined the Tecta America family in January 2024, bringing a team of seasoned professionals with extensive experience in the commercial roofing industry. We provide a full range of services for businesses, industrial facilities, and property managers, including roof installations, re-roofs, metal roofing, leak repairs, preventative maintenance, roof coatings, inspections, and custom sheet metal fabrication.
We are seeking a Business Development Specialist for our Colorado Springs office that will drive growth within a defined territory, focusing on building relationships and exceeding revenue targets. This role emphasizes generating new business revenue by identifying leads and understanding clients' unique roofing needs.
Responsibilities:
- Develop goals and objectives for targeted growth
- Identify and build new client relationships, driving sales revenue and market share within your territory
- Conduct cold calls, face-to-face meetings, and presentations for prospective commercial clients
- Gather information on potential clients to create tailored presentations that address specific roofing needs
- Record all client interactions, leads, and opportunities in the CRM system
- Stay current on competitor offerings to highlight Empire’s advantages
- Provide ongoing support to clients to ensure high satisfaction and long-term business
- Report sales activities and insights to management weekly
- Stay informed on market and client trends, sharing key insights with leadership
- Participate in local professional organizations such as BOMA and IREM, and engage in relevant networking events
- Other duties as needed
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
- 3-5 years in sales with a proven track record
- Knowledge of commercial roofing solutions and ability to communicate Monument's value as a trusted provider
- Strong relationship-building skills with demonstrated integrity and trust
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills
- Proficiency with CRM and data tracking systems
- Ability to problem-solve and offer tailored solutions for client needs
- Comfortable engaging with professionals across various levels within client and Tecta’s organization
Monument Roofing of Colorado, a Tecta America Company, offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off, paid holidays, etc.
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by persons assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all associated responsibilities, skills, efforts or working conditions. Tecta America reserves the right to change, amend, add, delete and otherwise assign any and all duties, responsibilities and position titles as it deems necessary to meet the needs of the business.
Tecta America is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Business Development
Lead with your STEM OPT eligibility
If your degree is in a STEM-designated field like computer science, data analytics, or engineering, mention your 24-month STEM extension eligibility upfront. Employers see three years of work authorization instead of one, which significantly reduces their sponsorship urgency.
Target companies already filing H-1B petitions
Companies with a history of H-1B visa sponsorship are far more likely to sponsor you after OPT. Check OFLC disclosure data to identify employers who have filed for Business Development or Sales roles in the past two fiscal years.
Frame your international background as a revenue asset
Business Development employers value candidates who can open doors in new markets. Your fluency in a second language, cross-cultural communication skills, and international networks are concrete advantages, especially for companies expanding into Asia, Europe, or the Middle East.
Apply to mid-market and growth-stage companies
Early-stage and Series B through D companies often lack dedicated Business Development teams and are actively building. They tend to move faster on hiring decisions and are more flexible on visa status than large enterprises with rigid HR processes.
Be transparent about your OPT timeline early
Disclose your work authorization status before the offer stage, not after. Mentioning your OPT end date and H-1B sponsorship need during the second or third interview signals professionalism and gives employers time to plan their sponsorship process.
Build a pipeline of warm employer contacts
Business Development is a relationship-driven field, and so is your job search. Attending industry events, joining sales and BD communities, and reaching out to hiring managers directly will produce stronger leads than cold applications alone.
Business Development OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Business Development roles commonly sponsor F-1 OPT students?
Yes, but sponsorship rates vary by industry. Tech, SaaS, and consulting companies sponsor at higher rates than traditional industries like retail or manufacturing. Companies that already file H-1B petitions for engineers are often willing to sponsor Business Development hires too. Browse OPT-friendly BD roles on Migrate Mate to find employers with a verified sponsorship track record.
Does my degree field affect my eligibility for a STEM OPT extension in a Business Development role?
Yes. The STEM OPT extension is tied to your degree, not your job title. If your bachelor's or master's degree is in a STEM-designated field such as computer science, management information systems, or applied mathematics, you can apply for the 24-month extension even if your BD role is not technically scientific. Your job must still be directly related to your degree field to satisfy STEM OPT requirements.
Can I work as an independent contractor or in a commission-only Business Development role on OPT?
This is a gray area. OPT requires that your employment be directly related to your degree field, but USCIS has not explicitly prohibited self-employment or commission-based arrangements. However, pure commission-only roles with no guaranteed hours can raise questions about whether the work qualifies as legitimate employment. A salaried or base-plus-commission structure at an established company is the safer path during OPT.
What happens to my OPT if I lose a Business Development job during my authorization period?
F-1 students on OPT are allowed a cumulative unemployment window of 90 days during the standard 12-month period, or 150 days if you are on a STEM OPT extension. If you lose your job, you must find new employment within those limits or risk falling out of status. Report the job change to your DSO promptly and update your SEVIS record to stay compliant.
How do I find Business Development jobs where employers are open to OPT sponsorship?
Most general job boards do not filter by visa sponsorship willingness, which makes the search frustrating and inefficient. Migrate Mate is built specifically for F-1 OPT students and surfaces Business Development roles from employers who have indicated openness to sponsoring international candidates, saving you time and reducing the chance of rejection at the offer stage.