Director of Senior Living - Business Development & Preconstruction

About the Role

We are seeking a senior-level relationship builder and market leader to drive growth in our Senior Living market sector. This role is responsible for developing new client relationships, expanding market presence, and positioning our firm as a preferred construction partner for owners, developers, architects, and consultants in the senior living space.

This position blends strategic business development leadership with oversight of preconstruction efforts, ensuring client visions are translated into executable project plans.

This is a client-facing, outward-focused role for someone who thrives on building trust, creating opportunity, and driving long-term partnerships.

Core Responsibilities

Business Development & Market Growth (Primary Focus)

• Own and grow the Senior Living market strategy.

• Actively develop new client relationships with:

  • Owners

  • Developers

  • Operators

  • Architects

  • Owner’s reps and consultants

• Lead business development efforts including:

  • Strategic pursuit planning

  • Client outreach

  • Industry event and tradeshow participation

  • Proposal strategy and presentations

• Build and manage a visible, healthy pipeline of opportunities.

• Strengthen and expand relationships with repeat and target clients.

• Position the company as a trusted partner in the senior living space.

Preconstruction & Project Strategy (Supporting Focus)

• Oversee preconstruction strategy for senior living pursuits.

• Provide conceptual, schematic, and design development input to support client decision-making.

• Collaborate with estimating teams to ensure:

  • Owner budgets are aligned

  • Risks are identified early

  • Value-driven solutions are developed

• Lead value engineering discussions with clients and design teams.

• Serve as the primary client-facing leader during preconstruction to ensure confidence and clarity.

Leadership & Collaboration

• Work directly with internal teams to align business development efforts with operational delivery.

• Coordinate with estimating, project executives, and operations to ensure smooth handoff from preconstruction to execution.

• Maintain consistent, high-level communication with clients and internal leadership.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in construction, development, or senior living environments

• Proven success in:

  • Business development

  • Client relationship management

  • Market sector leadership

• Deep understanding of the Senior Living market strongly preferred

• Experience working on or around:

  • Ground-up construction

  • Renovations

  • Capital planning

  • Preconstruction processes

• Strong executive presence with the ability to lead presentations, pursuits, and strategy discussions

Success in This Role Looks Like:

• Expanded market visibility and positioning in Senior Living

• Growth in qualified opportunities and client relationships

• Strong client confidence throughout the preconstruction and pursuit process

• Repeat business and long-term partnerships

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The information contained herein is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of the duties and responsibilities of the job, nor are they intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.  This job description does not constitute a contract of employment and Wohlsen Construction may exercise its employment at-will rights at any time.