Business Development Manager

About the Company

We are a leading Commercial General Contractor specializing in tenant improvements, ground-up construction, and building retrofits. Our expertise spans multiple sectors, including healthcare, education, life sciences, corporate offices (tenant & landlord), co-working and creative spaces, entertainment, industrial, retail, and hospitality. We deliver economical, reliable solutions tailored to each client’s unique needs.

Position Overview

RAM Construction is seeking a Business Development Manager with a hunter mindset and entrepreneurial spirit for our Los Angeles territory. The BDM will be a key player in the company’s next phase of growth, helping us continue to Build Bold in the commercial construction industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively generate new business opportunities through outbound prospecting (calls, emails, LinkedIn) and in-person networking.
• Stay current on the latest market news and dynamics in commercial construction and leasing; use this knowledge to identify opportunities and target decision-makers.
• Research accounts to map ownership, development plans, and decision-making structures.
• Build and manage a pipeline of qualified opportunities in HubSpot, ensuring consistent activity and follow-up.
• Develop and maintain relationships with brokers, developers, architects, landlords, and construction managers.
• Represent RAM at industry events, lunches, site visits, and other networking opportunities to increase visibility and credibility.
• Collaborate with Marketing and the BD team to align outreach campaigns with brand-building efforts.
• Work closely with internal Project Management teams to ensure client expectations are met once projects move forward.
• Use LinkedIn and other platforms to promote RAM and position yourself as a resource knowledgeable about the industry.
• Accurately log all outreach, prospect, and client information in HubSpot daily.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Marketing, Communications, Construction Management, or related field.
• 2+ years of experience in commercial construction or commercial real estate.
• Strong understanding of the construction industry — Ground-up, Tenant Improvement, Retrofits — and the roles of brokers, developers, architects, and project managers.
• Proven success in new client acquisition through outbound prospecting and pipeline development.
• Ability to stay current on industry news and market dynamics to identify and pursue opportunities.
• Strong communication skills; able to secure meetings with and influence decision-makers.
• Experience using HubSpot (or similar CRM) to manage pipeline and outreach activity.
• Entrepreneurial spirit — self-starter who is resourceful, proactive, and motivated by building new business and delivering results.

Benefits

• 401K
• Medical, Vision and Dental Benefits
• Auto Allowance
• Company cell phone or reimbursement
• Paid Time Off / Vacation

Schedule

7:30 am to 4:30 pm
Monday to Friday