Job Description:

Business Development Manager

Construction/ICP/Utilities
Harlow, Essex & Client Locations UK Wide
OTE £110,000 per annum in Year 1
Up to £48k basic

We’re looking for an ambitious, results-driven Business Development Manager to join a growing ICP business operating across the construction and built environment sector.

This is a field and office-based role focused on winning new work, building strong client relationships and creating a high-quality pipeline of opportunities. You’ll own the process from identifying and qualifying prospects through to tender/bid support and contract award.

We’re looking for someone who thrives on hunting for new business, opening doors and turning opportunities into measurable commercial results.

The Role

• Identify and target new clients, projects, frameworks and sectors that offer genuine growth opportunities.
• Research upcoming projects through planning, tender and industry sources, as well as your own network.
• Develop relationships with developers, architects, project managers, main contractors and consultants.
• Lead client meetings, site visits and capability presentations.
• Attend industry events, networking and building relationships with prospects
• Maintain accurate CRM records, forecasts and activity reporting.
• Monitor competitors and market trends to identify new opportunities.

What Success Looks Like
We’re looking for someone who can hit the ground running. And because we know that the right person needs to earn commission, we are prepared to pay  GUARANTEED COMMISSION FOR THE FIRST 3 MONTHS.

And for that you will be well rewarded financially!  Ask about our commission structure.

About You
Essential:

• Proven track record of delivering measurable new-business wins.
• Experience in business development, sales or new business within construction or the wider built environment.
• Experienced at building a network from scratch, drawing on existing networks and confidence engaging decision-makers.
• Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.
• Self-motivated, organised and commercially focused.
• Comfortable working autonomously and to targets.
• Full UK driving licence and own vehicle

Desirable:

• Existing contacts across commercial, residential, renewable or construction markets.
• Experience with public or private frameworks and tender portals such as Constructionline, Achilles, Glennigans or Find a Tender.
• Experience using CRM systems such as HubSpot, Salesforce or similar.

If you’re a proactive B2B business developer who wants to make a visible impact, win new work and help shape future growth, we’d like to hear from you. This is a chance to join a fast growth company make an impact on their bottom line and earn and grow with them.

Apply today! We can’t wait to hear from you!


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