Director, Client Development – Design‑build - Capital Projects - Cpg
Barry Wehmiller Design Group
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15+ years leading capital programs
Design-build and epc experience
Food and beverage manufacturing expertise
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Barry Wehmiller Design Group is seeking a Director of Client Development to lead large-scale capital projects in the food and beverage manufacturing sector. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in design-build and EPC environments, with a strong focus on client engagement and technical expertise.
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Job Summary
This role is responsible for building, securing, and executing large-scale capital programs valued at $100 million or more within the food and beverage sector.
The position requires deep technical expertise in hygienic design, cold chain, and regulated manufacturing environments to align capital investment with client growth objectives.
Candidates will be supported by dedicated preconstruction, engineering, and construction teams while operating in an entrepreneurial environment focused on bookings and margin-aware growth.
Matching Summary
Match Score: 75
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Barry Wehmiller Design Group is seeking a Director of Client Development to lead large-scale capital projects in the food and beverage manufacturing sector. The ideal candidate should possess extensive experience in design-build and EPC environments, with a strong focus on client engagement and technical expertise.
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Skills & Requirements
Must-have
15+ years leading capital programs
Design-build and EPC experience
Food and beverage manufacturing expertise
Executive stakeholder engagement
Commercial strategy and pricing ownership
Hygienic design and regulated environments
Nice-to-have
PE license preferred
MBA or PMP certification
GMP/cGMP exposure
Life sciences background
Entrepreneurial mindset
First Year Experience program access
Key Requirements
15+ years of capital program leadership
BS or MS in Engineering, Architecture, or Construction Management
Professional Engineer (PE) license preferred
MBA or Project Management Professional (PMP) a plus