Category · 9 hours ago
Head of Business Development & Client Relations
Category Company is a Los Angeles based, vertically integrated real estate firm that delivers ground-up Multifamily & Mixed-use projects. They are seeking a Head of Business Development & Client Relations to originate opportunities, manage client relationships, and drive contract execution in their General Contracting business.
Responsibilities
Generate new client opportunities through strategic relationships and warm introductions
Identify active projects via municipal filings and industry networks
Prioritize relationship-led pipeline growth over cold outreach
Innovate new methods to source opportunities ahead of competitors
Own deals from first contact through contract execution
Partner with operations, estimating, and legal on proposals and negotiations
Maintain accurate CRM and pipeline reporting
Lead contract negotiations and drive agreements to execution
Stay engaged through construction to ensure alignment and client confidence
Manage client communications and expectations
Drive repeat business, referrals, and long-term relationships
Qualification
Required
Extensive experience in Business Development and client facing activities in construction, development, or related professional services
Must understand construction and the composition of a General Construction schedule and project management
Demonstrated ability to build trust-based relationships with owners and project teams
Strong working knowledge of construction contracts and negotiation processes
Exceptional interpersonal skills, credibility, and professional judgment
Creative, proactive, and disciplined in sourcing and advancing opportunities