Now Hiring - RAM Construction & Development - Business Development Manager in El Segundo, CA

Full description of the position

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. We're looking for someone who understands the construction industry, knows who the decision-makers are, and stays current on the latest market news and dynamics in the LA/OC markets. This role requires someone who combines industry knowledge with proactive outreach building relationships through networking while also driving new opportunities with consistent prospecting (calls, emails, LinkedIn, in-person meetings). The ideal candidate brings an entrepreneurial mindset resourceful, accountable, and motivated to build business as if it were their own.

Key Responsibilities

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• 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

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• 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