Vice President, Business Development

Job Title: Vice President, Business Development Location: Remote Description Founded in 2004, BME Strategies is a Massachusetts-based consulting firm specializing in the design, implementation, and evaluation of public health programs for local, regional, and state government partners. Our work supports evidence-based, community-driven solutions that strengthen public health systems and advance equity across the communities we serve. At BME, our clients are on the front lines of Public Health. Priorities may shift but our commitment to supporting our partners does not. We take pride in having multi-year, multi-project engagements, often working closely as an extension of their staff. Our success comes from our shared values: a bias toward action; optimistically collaborative; willingness to navigate ambiguity; minimal ego - no job is too small or big; pursuing the equitable solution; always learning, and; committed to quality at every stage. Position Overview BME Strategies is seeking an experienced and dynamic Vice President of Business Development to lead and execute the firm’s growth strategy for government contracts in Public Health. A successful candidate will have a proven track record of securing and managing large-scale government contracts, fostering relationships with key stakeholders, and driving revenue growth within the public sector. As a member of the BME Strategies leadership team, this role contributes to shaping firm-wide strategy and advancing the organization's long-term vision. This is a high-impact role that requires a blend of strategic vision, operational expertise, team leadership, and a deep understanding of government procurement processes at the local and state levels. Key Responsibilities BME Org-Wide Responsibilities for Vice Presidents & Senior Vice Presidents: Serves as strategic and technical advisory Organizational stewardship Manages VIP/Strategic Accounts Business Development: accountable to growth strategy and targets; approval/sign off on all proposals prior to submission; support Leadership and Management in proposal and pitch strategy Supervisory Expectations: Manages AVPs, Senior Directors, and/or Senior Managers; maintains firm-wide accountability for team’s performance and development Role-Specific Responsibilities: Government Contract Acquisition: Lead efforts to identify, capture, and win government contracts aligning with the firm’s growth priorities, including RFP responses, proposal development, and teaming arrangements at the state and local levels. Maintain and expand the pipeline of opportunities with government entities. Proposal Management: Oversee the creation and submission of high-quality, compliant proposals for government contracts. Coordinate internal teams, subject matter experts, and subcontractors to ensure timely and successful proposal submissions. Strategic Planning & Execution: In collaboration with firm and practice leadership, develop and execute the company’s…