Business Development Manager - Custom Pool
J.Riley Recruitment, Houston, TX, United States
Business Development Manager Our client, a newly launched high-end pool builder, is seeking a driven, relationship-focused Business Development Manager to expand their presence in the luxury residential market. This role is ideal for someone with deep connections across custom home builders, realtors, architects, and affluent homeowners. The right candidate will be entrepreneurial, proactive, and excited about helping a premium brand grow from the ground up.
Responsibilities: Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities with luxury home builders, real estate professionals, architects, and affluent homeowners
Build and maintain strong relationships with key referral partners to drive consistent project pipeline
Develop territory strategies to expand brand visibility within high-end residential communities
Represent the company at industry events, networking groups, builder associations, and private client meetings
Collaborate with leadership on sales strategy, pricing, proposals, and client presentations
Maintain accurate records of leads, contacts, proposals, and project opportunities
Partner with design and operations teams to ensure a seamless client experience from initial contact through project kickoff
Provide market insights, competitor observations, and client feedback to support business growth decisions
Requirements: Proven experience in Business Development or Sales within luxury residential construction, pools, landscaping, outdoor living, or related industries
Strong network across realtors, custom home builders, architects, and high-end residential communities
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build relationships quickly and convert opportunities
Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
Self-motivated, disciplined, and comfortable working with limited oversight
Ability to represent the brand professionally with affluent clients in the $1M+ home market
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
This is a unique opportunity to join a luxury pool builder at the ground level and help shape the company's growth trajectory. You'll work directly with leadership, influence strategy, and build a high-end client network. If you're entrepreneurial, relationship-driven, and excited by uncapped potential in the luxury residential market, this role offers the autonomy and impact you're looking for.
Responsibilities: Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities with luxury home builders, real estate professionals, architects, and affluent homeowners
Build and maintain strong relationships with key referral partners to drive consistent project pipeline
Develop territory strategies to expand brand visibility within high-end residential communities
Represent the company at industry events, networking groups, builder associations, and private client meetings
Collaborate with leadership on sales strategy, pricing, proposals, and client presentations
Maintain accurate records of leads, contacts, proposals, and project opportunities
Partner with design and operations teams to ensure a seamless client experience from initial contact through project kickoff
Provide market insights, competitor observations, and client feedback to support business growth decisions
Requirements: Proven experience in Business Development or Sales within luxury residential construction, pools, landscaping, outdoor living, or related industries
Strong network across realtors, custom home builders, architects, and high-end residential communities
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to build relationships quickly and convert opportunities
Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
Self-motivated, disciplined, and comfortable working with limited oversight
Ability to represent the brand professionally with affluent clients in the $1M+ home market
Valid driver's license and reliable transportation
This is a unique opportunity to join a luxury pool builder at the ground level and help shape the company's growth trajectory. You'll work directly with leadership, influence strategy, and build a high-end client network. If you're entrepreneurial, relationship-driven, and excited by uncapped potential in the luxury residential market, this role offers the autonomy and impact you're looking for.