PROJECT DEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATE
ABOUT THE COMPANY
I-Grace is a leader in luxury residential construction, known for exceptional craftsmanship and service across complex, high-end projects. For nearly four decades, we have partnered with discerning clients, architects, and designers to bring visionary homes to life.
At I-Grace, quality and integrity are not aspirations; they are expectations. Our work is defined by lasting relationships, and we are committed to a seamless, personalized experience at every stage of the client journey, from the first conversation through post-construction service.
POSITION OVERVIEW
The Project Development Associate is a client-facing role based in our Los Angeles office. The role sits within I-Grace's Project Development Team and reports to the Senior Vice President. This individual helps cultivate new project opportunities and maintain relationships with owners, architects, and designers across the full lifecycle of a project.
Working closely with the SVP, the Project Development Associate independently manages an assigned portfolio of prospects and relationships while supporting the team's larger pursuits. This individual prepares proposals, helps define scopes of work, and coordinates I-Grace resources so that each opportunity moves forward with clarity and care. The role suits a professional who is ready to take ownership of client relationships and grow into a senior development position.
Familiarity with the Los Angeles and Southern California luxury residential market and its architecture and design community is a strong advantage.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
PROJECT DEVELOPMENT & RELATIONSHIP MANAGEMENT
Act as a point of contact for clients, architects, and designers on assigned new projects through handoff to project teams
Manage an assigned group of prospects independently, and support the SVP on larger or more complex pursuits
Keep prospective projects moving by sourcing solutions and communicating regularly with stakeholders
Attend networking events, business development meetings, and industry functions on behalf of I-Grace, and build relationships within the local design community
Manage intake and development of new project opportunities and inquiries
Keep detailed notes and prepare reports on existing relationships and active prospects
PROPOSALS & PROJECT DEVELOPMENT
Develop proposals and solutions to client needs, coordinating I-Grace resources for implementation
Prepare proposals and materials for Requests for Proposals (RFPs), including written copy, relevant portfolio items, graphics, and drawings, using InDesign, Creative Cloud, Bluebeam, and Excel
Define and develop scopes of work and potential phases of work, with guidance from the SVP and Manager on complex projects
Document and organize prospective project information, including drawings, photographs, written reports, and scopes of work
Organize and submit prospect approval forms
INTERNAL COLLABORATION & REPORTING
Partner with all I-Grace teams to develop client touchpoints, gifting, seasonal outreach, and engagement initiatives
Learn and use I-Grace's portfolio, and stay current on the scope of active projects and relationships
Prepare for and take part in internal meetings, sharing updates on leads, developments, and market insights
BRAND & DIGITAL PRESENCE
Coordinate, organize, and attend events showcasing I-Grace
Organize, edit, and update I-Grace digital collateral and the digital portfolio
Manage and update the contact database
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum three to five years' experience in architecture, interior design, project management, or high-end residential private property management
B.Arch, M.Arch, or BA/BS in Architecture, Construction Management, or a related field; or equivalent construction experience
Experience working on high-end residential projects and/or within luxury brands
Ability to read and understand architectural drawing sets
Knowledge of technical architectural components, formal architectural styles, and…