About the job Business Development Manager
Business Development Manager – Luxury Custom Homes
Location: Northern Virginia / DC Metro
Compensation: $50,000–$60,000 Base + Commission | $150,000–$200,000+ Potential
We are partnering with a highly respected luxury custom home builder specializing in architect-designed residences in the $4M–$15M+ range. As the company continues to grow, they are looking for a Business Development Manager to take ownership of generating new opportunities and expanding their referral network.
This is a true hunter role for someone who enjoys networking, building relationships, and creating opportunities. The ideal candidate will be highly visible in the market and develop strong relationships with architects, interior designers, developers, real estate professionals, and other strategic referral partners who can introduce the company to qualified luxury homeowners.
Responsibilities
- Develop and maintain relationships with architects, designers, developers, real estate professionals, and other referral sources
- Generate qualified luxury custom-home opportunities and manage the sales pipeline
- Attend networking events, industry functions, and other opportunities to build the company's presence in the market
- Represent the company and its luxury brand with professionalism and confidence
- Work closely with leadership to transition qualified opportunities through the sales process
- Help expand the company's visibility through networking, partnerships, social media, and other business development initiatives
What We're Looking For
- Proven experience in business development, sales, relationship management, or a similar role
- A natural hunter who enjoys creating opportunities rather than waiting for leads
- Excellent communication, networking, and relationship-building skills
- Confident and comfortable representing a luxury brand
- Highly motivated, self-directed, and organized
- Experience in luxury residential construction, architecture, design, real estate, or a related industry is strongly preferred
- An established network within the Northern Virginia/DC luxury market is a major plus
If you are a relationship-driven business development professional who wants to build a market, bring in major projects, and have your income directly reflect your success, this is an exceptional opportunity.