Business Development Manager

We are looking for an experienced and driven Construction Business Development Manager to join our company and take responsibility for generating new business opportunities and securing construction projects.

The ideal candidate will have a proven background in the construction industry, an established network of industry contacts, and the ability to independently identify, develop and secure new business. This is a role for someone who is confident building relationships, sourcing opportunities and converting leads into profitable projects, with minimal day-to-day supervision.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively identify, source and develop new business opportunities within the construction industry.
• Use existing industry contacts and professional networks to generate leads and secure new projects.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, developers, contractors, consultants and other relevant industry professionals.
• Identify upcoming tenders, contracts and construction opportunities that align with the company’s capabilities.
• Prepare and follow up on proposals, tenders and commercial opportunities, working with management where required.
• Attend client meetings, networking events and industry meetings to promote the company and develop new relationships.
• Negotiate commercial terms and help secure profitable contracts for the business.
• Maintain a pipeline of prospective projects and provide regular updates on leads, opportunities and progress.
• Work independently to manage business development activities, taking ownership of generating work for the company.
• Attend the office in Wallington one day per week to report to management, review progress and discuss business development strategy.

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development within the construction industry.
• An established network of construction industry contacts and the ability to use these relationships to generate new business.
• A demonstrable track record of sourcing opportunities and securing construction projects or contracts.
• Strong commercial awareness and an understanding of the construction market.
• Excellent communication, negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, self-motivated approach, with the ability to work independently and manage your own workload.
• Confidence in approaching potential clients, developing new relationships and converting opportunities into secured work.
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage a pipeline of leads and projects.
• A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel for client meetings and business development activities.

What We Offer

• A starting salary of £70,000 per annum.
• The opportunity to earn additional commission on successfully secured projects.
• A full-time position with autonomy over day-to-day business development activities.
• The opportunity to play a key role in the company’s growth and expansion.
• A flexible, primarily field-based working arrangement, with one day per week in the office to report to management.
• Role is initially on a fixed term contract but will be a full time, permanent position for the right candidate.

Pay: From £70,000.00 per year

Work Location: Hybrid remote in London