Relationship Manager, Construction Lending

Position Title: Relationship Manager, Construction Lending About Ascent Ascent Developer Solutions is a leading private lending platform, serving real estate developers nationwide in the acquisition, renovation, and construction of residential real estate. Founded by a leadership team with a deep understanding and personal experience in virtually every facet of real estate development, Ascent is uniquely positioned to create custom, innovative lending solutions for a variety of real estate development business strategies. The Work Work closely with divisions such as Credit, Operations, Construction, and Valuations to create, enhance, and facilitate a seamless process, ensuring an excellent customer experience throughout the client relationship. Coordinate the workflow between Credit, Underwriting, Construction, and Operations to ensure loans close on schedule. Lead periodic team huddles to actively manage opportunities in the Sales POD pipeline, ensuring timely receipt of client and property information. Collaborate with Loan Officers and Credit teams on loan/deal analysis, structuring, packaging, pricing, and borrower approval. Structure all loans for existing borrowers. Understand individual loan portfolios, assist with portfolio issues, and complete tasks necessary to maintain proper portfolio performance. Manage the collection of client financial reports, oversee project status updates, follow up on post-closing conditions, prepare loan extensions and modification requests, coordinate covenant compliance, monitor client exposure limits, and facilitate annual renewals. Participate in relevant networking activities, including trade shows and industry conferences, to build and maintain industry connections. Perform other functions and assist with additional projects as assigned by Sales or Credit/Risk Management. Your Skills & Experience 5 years of experience focused on construction and bridge business purpose lending or equivalent experience. Bachelors degree or equivalent experience preferred. Proven experience in a sales environment with a strong focus on client relationship management. Excellent customer service skills, with a high level of attention to detail. Advanced knowledge of Excel, PowerPoint, CRM, and other computing systems. The Pay Salary for this role is $140,000-$175,000 annually plus eligibility for a 20% bonus. The Work Environment This role works on-site from Ascent's Encino office, Monday - Thursday (Fridays are work-from-home). Full-time, 40 hours per week; must be available for occasional overtime. Some nights and weekends required. Our Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and work-life balance. Our benefits include five health plans, two dental plans, health savings and flexible spending accounts, vision coverage, a 401(k) plan, and other optional benefits from which to choose. Our Pledge We pledge to be fair and considerate in hiring and promoting individuals, ensuring everyone can contribute their fullest potential regardless of background, identity, or personal circumstances. At Ascent, we stand united in building a community where everyone is empowered to succeed.