What are the responsibilities and job description for the Business Development Lead position at Parallel Millworks?
About Parallel Millworks
Parallel Millworks is a custom cabinetry and architectural millwork company based in Middle Tennessee, specializing in high-end residential and boutique commercial interiors.
Our focus is connecting design intent to execution from the beginning of the project. We collaborate closely with builders, designers, architects, and owners to fully resolve projects before they reach the field through detailed CAD drawings, renderings, and coordinated planning.
We’ve established a strong niche and proven process. Our next phase of growth depends on building a more intentional and consistent relationship pipeline throughout the design and construction community.
The Opportunity
We are looking for a Business Development Lead to help expand our network and generate new project opportunities through relationship-based outreach and long-term account development.
This role is ideal for someone already connected within the residential, commercial, design, architecture, or construction community who enjoys building trust, creating opportunities, and maintaining strong professional relationships.
This is not a transactional sales position. We are looking for someone who understands how trust-based projects are won within the design/build industry.
Responsibilities
- Consistent outreach and follow-up with:
- General Contractors
- Builders
- Architects
- Interior Designers
- Owners and Developers
- Develop and maintain long-term industry relationships throughout the Middle Tennessee market
- Generate qualified project opportunities and introductions
- Coordinate meetings, walkthroughs, networking opportunities, and follow-up communication
- Maintain visibility and engagement with prospective clients throughout early project conversations
- Help build a repeatable lead generation and relationship management process
Who We’re Looking For
- Existing relationships within the residential, commercial, design, or architecture community
- Personable and emotionally intelligent
- Professional and comfortable around owners, designers, builders, and project stakeholders
- Familiarity with custom cabinetry, architectural millwork, or high-end construction processes
- Comfortable initiating conversations and building new relationships
- Self-motivated, organized, and consistent with follow-up
Compensation Structure
- Part-time and flexible
- Performance and relationship-growth based compensation
- Commission structure tied to originated projects
- Additional incentives for repeat client development and long-term account growth
This role is designed for someone interested in helping grow a design-driven company with long-term upside and strong positioning within the high-end custom interiors market.
If interested, please send the following to jon@parallelmillworks.com:
- Resume
- Relevant industry experience/connections
- Brief introduction explaining your interest in the role