Job Description:

Required: Business Development Manager
Locations: Cornwall or Devon offices (hybrid/field-based role)
Employment: Permanent/full time
Additional information: Performance-related bonus structure, Car Allowance, Fuel Card, Pension, Mobile Phone, Laptop and Tablet.
Holidays: 30 Days Holiday (inclusive of Bank Holidays)
Business Hours: 8am -5pmSalary: up to £50k

Company:
Working for a well-established and respected Mechanical & Electrical services provider operating across Devon and Cornwall with offices in both locations. With a strong reputation for quality, reliability, and long-term client relationships, the company delivers M&E solutions across commercial, industrial, and public sector projects.

Continued growth has created an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to help drive the next phase of expansion, this role will also offer and opportunity to grow and develop with the company as well as help shape it.

The Role:
The Business Development Manager will play a key role in identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities while strengthening existing client relationships.

This role is ideal for a commercially driven professional with strong knowledge of the M&E or construction services sector and a proven ability to win work in a competitive regional market.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities across Devon and Cornwall
• Develop and manage a strong sales pipeline across target sectors
• Build and maintain long-term relationships with clients, consultants, contractors, and key stakeholders
• Attend networking events, industry functions, and client meetings to promote the business
• Work collaboratively with estimating and operational teams to support tender submissions and presentations
• Track market trends, competitor activity, and framework opportunities
• Support strategic growth plans, including repeat business and framework appointments
• Maintain accurate CRM records and provide regular sales reports to senior management

Skills & Experience

• Proven experience in a Business Development or Sales role within M&E, construction, or building services
• Strong understanding of mechanical and electrical contracting environments
• Demonstrable track record of winning new business and developing client accounts
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
• Self-motivated, target-driven, and commercially astute
• Comfortable working autonomously across a regional territory
• Full UK driving license - Desirable
• Existing network of contacts within the South West construction or M&E market would be beneficial
• Experience working with public sector frameworks or large commercial projects
• Familiarity with tendering and pre-construction processes
  
  

How do I apply?
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Who are 1st Step Solutions Ltd?
Established in 2004, we are a market leader in M&E/Building Services recruitment within the UK construction industry. With over two decades of expertise, we specialise in the supply of both freelance and permanent professionals across all levels of the Built Environment- from Electricians and Plumbers to Supervisors, Project Managers, Quantity Surveyors, and Contracts Managers. Whether you're looking for your next role or seeking skilled labour & staff to support your project, we deliver tailored recruitment solutions to meet your needs.

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