Jobs · Business Development · Minnesota

Project Development Representative – Custom Homes & Remodeling

Highmark Companies · Savage, MN · 4 mo ago
On-siteBusiness DevelopmentFull-time

Responsibilities

  • Conduct market research to identify potential target markets, trends, and competitive landscape.
  • Develop and implement lead generation strategies to identify potential clients and opportunities.
  • Build a network of industry contacts, real estate agents, architects, and other referral sources.
  • Engage with potential clients to understand their custom home needs, preferences, and budget.
  • Showcase the company's expertise, portfolio, and value proposition to prospective clients.
  • Provide personalized consultations and presentations to demonstrate the company's capabilities.
  • Prepare compelling proposals, including project scope, pricing, and contract terms, resulting in closed sales.
  • Collaborate with the project development team to develop customized proposals for clients.
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms with potential clients.
  • Address client inquiries, concerns, and objections throughout the sales process.
  • Collaborate with the project development team to ensure alignment between sales and project objectives.
  • Provide regular sales reports, including lead generation, conversion rates, and revenue forecasts.
  • Participate in project development meetings to contribute insights from a sales perspective.
  • Share market feedback and insights to inform business strategies and improve customer experience.
  • Cross-sell of Highmark Family Brands: Exteriors by Highmark, Restorations by Highmark, Highmark Home Services, Ruby + Suede, Christian Brothers Cabinets.

Qualifications

  • Marketing, Construction Management, or a related field (advanced degree preferred).
  • Proven experience in sales or business development within the custom home building or construction industry.
  • Strong understanding of the custom home building process, construction techniques, and industry dynamics.
  • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.
  • Ability to build and maintain relationships with clients and key stakeholders.
  • Self-motivated with a results-oriented mindset.
  • Proficiency in CRM software, sales tools, and digital marketing platforms.
  • Analytical skills to track and report sales performance.
  • Familiarity with local building codes, regulations, and construction processes is desirable.
  • Valid driver’s license with a good driving record and ability to pass an MVR screening.
  • Must pass a background check.
  • Valid DOT Medical Card or the ability to obtain DOT Medical Card.

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