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Business Developer - Restoration Services (Lincoln, NE)

United Water Restoration Group, Lincoln, NE, United States


United Water Restoration Group of Omaha is hiring a Business Developer to grow strategic referral partnerships across the Lincoln & Omaha markets. This role is ideal for someone who thrives on relationship-building, face-to-face networking, and turning trust into revenue.
When water, fire, mold, or storm damage disrupts homes and businesses, United Water Restoration responds fast-and we rely on strong local partnerships to make that happen. Your job is to build, grow, and maintain those partnerships.
This is a full-time, salary + uncapped commission role with clear performance expectations, strong support, and significant earning potential.

What You'll Do
As a Business Developer, you are responsible for generating qualified opportunities by building profitable referral relationships with businesses that regularly encounter property damage.
Your focus will include (but is not limited to):
  • Developing and managing an assigned territory of referral partners such as:
    • Plumbers and plumbing supply houses
    • HVAC companies
    • Property managers (HOA, multi-family, commercial)
    • Insurance agents and adjusters
    • Roofers, inspectors, and other industry influencers
  • Conducting daily in-person marketing routes and follow-ups
  • Hosting and attending Breakfasts, Lunch & Learns, CE classes, and networking events
  • Acting as a consultant and trusted advisor, not a salesperson
  • Driving qualified, warm leads into the company pipeline
  • Representing United Water Restoration at trade shows, community events, and industry functions
  • Logging all activity, contacts, and leads in the CRM accurately and consistently
  • Supporting brand awareness through light social media content and partner engagement
  • Participating in marketing meetings, pipeline reviews, and performance check-ins
Performance Expectations
This role is activity-driven and results-measured. Success is clearly defined.
First-Year Revenue Target:
  • TBD at in-person meeting
Minimum Ongoing KPIs:
  • 3+ marketing routes per week
  • 4 Breakfast/Lunch & Learn events per month
  • 2+ networking events per month
  • 3+ social media touchpoints per week
  • Consistent CRM documentation
You'll be provided with a scorecard and structured training to support these goals

Who You Are
The ideal candidate is:
  • Highly personable, professional, and confident in face-to-face environments
  • Comfortable walking into businesses, starting conversations, and following up
  • Organized, accountable, and consistent with CRM usage
  • Coachable and open to feedback
  • Self-motivated with a long-term mindset for relationship-based sales
  • Results-driven but people-first
Preferred Experience (not required):
  • B2B sales, field marketing, or business development
  • Home services, restoration, construction, plumbing, HVAC, or insurance
  • Networking groups, trade organizations, or community outreach


Compensation & Benefits
  • Base salary + % commission on collected revenue from your leads
  • Uncapped earning potential
  • Health, Dental, and Vision insurance (after eligibility period)
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Paid holidays and PTO
  • Full training, systems, and support
Why United Water Restoration?
  • 24/7 emergency services with 1-hour response times
  • Industry-leading equipment and in-house capabilities
  • Certified technicians and full insurance support
  • Proven systems, structured training, and clear expectations
  • A relationship-focused culture that rewards performance and integrity
If you enjoy building real relationships, being out in the community, and creating long-term value-not just chasing transactions-this role is for you.