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
** 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. **

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

** 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. **

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
  • Experience in GMP/HACCP regulated environments

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