Business Development & Client Relations Manager

Cowie Construction Ltd. | Greater Vancouver, BC

Job Type: Part-time, permanent

Hours: 20 hours per week

Compensation: $30–$35 per hour, depending on experience, with potential performance incentives

Work Location: Hybrid — primarily remote, with occasional in-person meetings in Greater Vancouver and the Fraser Valley

About Cowie Construction

Cowie Construction Ltd. is a British Columbia renovation company specializing in high-quality residential renovations, including kitchens, bathrooms, condominium renovations, and complete interior transformations.

We serve homeowners throughout Greater Vancouver, with an emphasis on premium renovation projects and strong relationships with clients, designers, and industry professionals.

We are looking for an experienced, self-directed Business Development & Client Relations Manager to help grow our business through proactive lead generation, strategic relationship development, and consistent client communication.

This is an opportunity for someone who enjoys taking ownership, building relationships, and helping a small business grow.

The Chance

We are seeking more than an administrative assistant.

We need a capable professional who can independently identify business opportunities, develop relationships with prospective clients and referral partners, and maintain an organized, responsive client communication system.

You will work directly with the company owner to develop a consistent pipeline of qualified residential renovation projects.

The ideal candidate is entrepreneurial, confident, organized, and comfortable working independently without constant supervision.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Lead Generation

- Proactively identify and pursue qualified residential renovation opportunities.
- Develop relationships with interior designers, real estate professionals, property managers, and other potential referral partners.
- Research prospective clients, projects, and strategic business opportunities.
- Conduct professional outreach by email, telephone, LinkedIn, and other appropriate channels.
- Maintain consistent follow-up with prospective clients and referral sources.




- Help establish a predictable pipeline of premium renovation projects.

Client Relations & Communications
- Serve as a primary point of contact for incoming inquiries.
- Respond promptly and professionally to prospective clients.
- Qualify leads and coordinate consultations with the company owner.
- Maintain ongoing communication with prospective and existing clients.
- Follow up on proposals, quotations, and outstanding client decisions.
- Help ensure that prospective clients receive a professional, consistent experience.

CRM & Business Coordination
- Establish and maintain an organized customer relationship management system.
- Track leads, referral sources, client interactions, and sales opportunities.
- Maintain accurate records and follow-up schedules.
- Coordinate appointments and manage business development communications.
- Prepare concise weekly reports outlining activities, opportunities, and next steps.

Marketing & Online Presence
- Support website updates and online lead generation initiatives.
- Coordinate social media and digital marketing activities.
- Identify opportunities to improve the company’s online visibility.
- Help develop marketing materials and professional communications.

Required Qualifications
- Demonstrated experience in business development, sales, account management, or client relationship management.
- Proven ability to generate leads and develop professional relationships.
- Excellent written and verbal English communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Experience using CRM software and online business tools.
- Ability to work independently, prioritize responsibilities, and take initiative.
- Professional judgment and confidence communicating with clients and business partners.




- Located in Greater Vancouver or the Fraser Valley and available for occasional in-person meetings.

Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in residential construction, renovations, interior design, architecture, real estate, or related industries.
- Existing relationships with designers, real estate professionals, or other potential referral partners.
- Experience with digital marketing, lead generation platforms, and social media.
- Experience supporting the growth of a small or owner-operated business.

What We Offer
- Flexible, primarily remote working arrangements.
- Approximately 20 hours per week.
- Direct working relationship with the business owner.
- Considerable independence and ownership of your responsibilities.
- Opportunity to develop and implement business development strategies.
- Potential performance-based compensation.
- Opportunity for a long-term professional relationship as the company grows.

Who Will Succeed in This Role?

You are someone who doesn’t wait to be told what to do.

You recognize opportunities, initiate conversations, follow through on commitments, and take satisfaction in developing relationships that lead to business.

You are comfortable working with an experienced business owner and contributing your own ideas, expertise, and judgment.

You understand that successful business development is about building trust and long-term relationships, not simply making sales calls.

To Apply

Please submit your résumé and a brief cover letter describing:

- Your experience generating leads and developing client or referral relationships.
- Your familiarity with the Greater Vancouver market or residential renovation industry.
- An example of how you independently developed a business opportunity or secured a new client.

We are particularly interested in candidates who can demonstrate measurable business development results.

Cowie Construction Ltd.

www.cowieconstruction.com

Pay: $30.00-$35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20.0 per week

Experience

- Business development: 1 year (required)

Language:
- English (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Abbotsford, BC

📌 Business Development & Client Relations Manager (Abbotsford)
🏢 Cowie Construction
📍 Abbotsford