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Business Development Specialist

TEKsystems
$30.00 - $40.00 / hr
life insurance, sick time, 401(k), retirement plan
United States, Hawaii, Honolulu
Apr 30, 2026
Business Development Specialist Location: Oahu, Hawaii On-site required (limited flexibility) Employment Type: 6 months Contract TEKsystems is supporting a local organization seeking a Business Development Specialist to support a growing pipeline of public sector and enterprise opportunities in Hawaii. This role sits within the Business Development function and focuses on coordination, documentation, and operational execution across opportunities-from intake through proposal development and handoff to delivery teams. This is not a quota-carrying sales role. Instead, it is a high-impact operations and enablement position that partners closely with Business Development Leads, delivery teams, and internal stakeholders to ensure opportunities are well-structured, clearly defined, and execution-ready. This role requires someone who is highly detail-oriented, a strong writer and editor, and proactive enough to work independently while collaborating effectively across technical and business teams in a fast-paced environment. Success is measured by improved pipeline visibility and data accuracy, reduced coordination effort for Business Development Leads, higher-quality and more consistent SOWs and proposals, and clearer handoffs to delivery teams. Key Responsibilities: 1. Opportunity & Pipeline Coordination * Maintain and update the Business Development pipeline across tools such as NetSuite, Smartsheet, or similar systems * Ensure opportunities are accurately tracked, including: * Stage, owner, estimated value, and key dates * Provide clear visibility into pipeline status for leadership and cross-functional teams 2. Cross-Functional Coordination * Coordinate across: * Business Development Leads * PMO / Delivery teams * Technical teams * Finance and Resource Management * Schedule and manage: * Working sessions * Validation checkpoints * Proposal and pursuit timelines 3. Proposal & SOW Support (Drafting & Editing) * Support development of proposal materials, including: * RFP responses * Statements of Work (SOWs) * Supporting documentation * Assist with: * Drafting sections of SOWs (scope, assumptions, structure) * Editing content for clarity, structure, and consistency * Maintain version control and ensure alignment across contributors * Coordinate submission timelines and compliance requirements 4. Client Interaction Support * Participate in select client meetings alongside Business Development Leads * Support: * Note-taking and follow-up actions * Clarification of scope and requirements * Coordination of next steps * Assist with gathering and documenting client requirements as needed 5. Handoff Preparation (Business Development Delivery) * Prepare and organize handoff materials, including: * Scope summaries * Assumptions and constraints * Key risks and dependencies * Ensure required information is captured prior to handoff * Support coordination of formal handoff sessions with delivery teams 6. Process & Operational Support * Help standardize and improve Business Development workflows * Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements * Support adoption of tools and best practices across the Business Development team 7. Reporting & Insights * Generate reports on: * Pipeline status * Opportunity progression * Key performance metrics * Support data accuracy and consistency across systems Required Qualifications: * Based on Oahu, Hawaii * 2-5 years of experience in one or more of the following: * Operations * Project coordination * Program support * Consulting * Strong organizational and coordination skills * Ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously * Strong written communication skills, particularly for documentation and proposals Preferred Qualifications: * Experience supporting: * Business Development or Sales Operations * Proposal and RFP processes * SOW drafting or editing * Project Management or PMO environments * Familiarity with tools such as: * Smartsheet * NetSuite or similar CRM/ERP platforms * Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace Job Type & LocationThis is a Contract position based out of Honolulu, HI. Pay and BenefitsThe pay range for this position is $30.00 - $40.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: * Medical, dental & vision * Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital * 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available * Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) * Short and long-term disability * Health Spending Account (HSA) * Transportation benefits * Employee Assistance Program * Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace TypeThis is a hybrid position in Honolulu,HI. Application DeadlineThis position is anticipated to close on May 14, 2026. h4>About TEKsystems: We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.