Business Development Manager

Concrete Partnerships; Sydney; On-site; AUD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work-life balance

Job summary

Concrete Partnerships in Sydney seeks an experienced Business Development Manager to lead growth across fit out and refurbishment projects. You will shape the pipeline, secure high-value opportunities, and strengthen relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders in commercial workplaces, retail and government sectors.

You will drive strategic growth, engage with industry events and lead tender submissions to ensure the business stays ahead of competitors, with autonomy and clear

Qualifications

• 4+ years in a business development role within construction or fit out
• Proven track record of securing work and generating new opportunities
• Strong network across clients, consultants and industry professionals
• Commercially astute with a strategic mindset
• Confident communicator with influencing and relationship-building skills

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a clear business development strategy
• Identify and secure new project opportunities across target sectors
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants and stakeholders
• Lead EOIs, tenders and capability presentations
• Collaborate with pre-construction and delivery teams for seamless handover
• Track market activity and position the business ahead of competitors
• Represent the business at industry events and client meetings
• Grow a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities

Skills

Business development

Client relations

Networking

Influence

Autonomous work

Job description

This is a standout opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a well established, high performing commercial construction business operating across the fit out and refurbishment space.

You will play a pivotal role in driving strategic growth, strengthening existing relationships, and securing high value projects across multiple sectors including commercial workplace, retail, hospitality, education, health and government.

This is not a “support role” you will be front and centre, empowered to shape the pipeline, influence direction, and make a tangible impact on the business.

The Opportunity

This is a standout opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager to join a well established, high performing commercial construction business operating across the fit out and refurbishment space.

You will play a pivotal role in driving strategic growth, strengthening existing relationships, and securing high value projects across multiple sectors including commercial workplace, retail, hospitality, education, health and government.

This is not a “support role” you will be front and centre, empowered to shape the pipeline, influence direction, and make a tangible impact on the business.

About the Business

Our client is a highly reputable Tier 2 contractor with a long standing presence in the Australian market, delivering premium fit out and refurbishment projects for blue chip clients.

They are known for

• Consistently delivering high quality, design driven projects
• Long term client partnerships and repeat business
• A collaborative, down to earth culture that values people
• Strong financial position and secure project pipeline
• A progressive leadership team that genuinely backs their people
• This is a business where performance is recognised, ideas are valued, and success is shared.

Role Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a clear business development and client engagement strategy
• Identify, pursue, and secure new project opportunities across target sectors
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants and key stakeholders
• Lead and contribute to EOI submissions, tenders and capability presentations
• Work closely with pre construction and delivery teams to ensure seamless handover
• Track market activity, identify trends and position the business ahead of competitors
• Represent the business at industry events, networking functions and client meetings
• Maintain and grow a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities

About You

• 4 plus years experience in a Business Development role within construction or fit out
• Proven track record of securing work and generating new opportunities
• Strong existing network across clients, consultants and industry professionals
• Commercially astute with a strategic mindset
• Confident communicator with strong influencing and relationship building skills
• Self motivated, driven and comfortable working autonomously
• Passionate about the construction industry and delivering quality outcomes

What’s in it for you

• Highly attractive salary package with performance-based incentives
• Genuine autonomy and trust to run your function your way
• Work alongside respected industry leaders with strong reputations
• Join a business with an excellent brand and repeat client base
• Long term career progression into senior leadership
• Supportive, collaborative culture with no internal politics
• Flexibility and work life balance

If you are a high performing BDM looking to step into a role where you can truly make your mark, this is one of the best opportunities currently available in the Sydney market.