Darlene Cowins serves as Director of Business Development at CMC Development & Construction, bringing nearly three decades of construction industry experience since beginning her career in 1996. She leads CMC’s business development strategy, focusing on building strong client relationships, expanding market presence, and aligning pursuit efforts with the company’s long-term growth objectives.

Darlene works closely with executive leadership, preconstruction, and operations teams to identify opportunities, guide pursuit strategy, and position CMC competitively across public and private sector markets. Her experience allows her to understand client needs beyond the proposal stage, ensuring continuity from relationship development through project delivery.

With a relationship-driven approach and deep industry knowledge, Darlene has successfully supported pursuits across municipal, higher education, healthcare, K–12, community, and commercial sectors. She plays a key role in managing client outreach, proposal development, interview preparation, and ongoing client engagement—helping ensure CMC’s values, experience, and capabilities are clearly communicated.

Known for her professionalism, consistency, and collaborative leadership style, Darlene helps strengthen CMC’s reputation and market presence while fostering long-term partnerships built on trust, performance, and accountability. Her leadership supports CMC’s mission of Developing Tomorrow by connecting people, projects, and opportunities that drive sustainable growth.