Business Development Executive – Construction & Retrofit

LT Selection; Blackburn; Hybrid; GBP 38,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment firm is seeking a driven Business Development Executive to lead employer engagement across the construction and retrofit sectors in the North West. This hybrid role involves building relationships, promoting NVQs, and supporting workforce development. Candidates should have a proven sales record in the construction sector and strong networking abilities. The position offers travel opportunities within the region and a competitive salary package.

Qualifications

• Proven track record in construction sector business development.
• Experience of consultative and strategic B2B selling.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel.

Responsibilities

• Lead business development activity across sectors.
• Drive employer engagement through visits and outreach.
• Promote NVQs, apprenticeships, and development opportunities.

Skills

Business development

Consultative selling

CITB knowledge

Strong communication skills

Network development

Results-driven

Job description

Job Description

Business Development Executive – Construction & Retrofit

North West (Hybrid – Field, Home, Occasional Office)

Salary : Up to £45,000 per annum

LT Selection is proud to be recruiting exclusively on behalf of our client. We believe that everyone we connect with an employer positively impacts the further education, skills, and employment sector.

Our client is seeking a driven and commercially focused Business Development Executive to lead employer engagement and new business generation across the construction, retrofit, and low carbon sectors. This role offers the opportunity to make a tangible impact in a high-priority sector, supporting workforce development, promoting NVQs and funded training routes, and securing strong employer partnerships across the region.

You will play a key role in opening doors, building relationships on construction sites, and shaping workforce solutions that support employer needs. This includes promoting qualifications, identifying skills priorities, and offering informed advice on CITB funding, workforce development planning, and sector-specific opportunities.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead business development activity across construction, retrofit, and low carbon sectors, building strong commercial relationships
• Drive employer engagement through on-site visits, meetings, and proactive outreach
• Carry out consultative sales, including Organisational Needs Analyses and Training Needs Analyses
• Promote NVQs, apprenticeships, CITB routes, and funded workforce development opportunities
• Provide sector-specific labour market insights to support commercial planning
• Build and manage a healthy new business pipeline using CRM systems
• Achieve agreed KPIs for new business, employer engagement, and learner volumes
• Work closely with delivery, quality, and marketing teams to ensure smooth onboarding and aligned campaigns
• Represent the organisation confidently at industry events, site meetings, and employer presentations

Person Specification

Essential

• Proven track record in construction sector business development
• Experience of consultative and strategic B2B selling
• Strong understanding of CITB, NVQs, workforce development planning
• Knowledge of retrofit and low carbon sector priorities
• Excellent communication and networking skills
• Ability to develop business, plan activity, and work independently
• Results-driven, self-motivated, and proactive

Desirable

• Experience within funded training or the wider FE and Skills sector

Qualifications / Requirements

• Proven B2B sales experience within construction
• Understanding of retrofit and low carbon skills landscape
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to sites / employer locations
• Knowledge of NVQs, apprenticeships, and funded skills routes
• Familiarity with CITB grants and workforce development strategies

Attributes

• Confident, credible, and outgoing
• Creative, forward-thinking, and commercially strong
• Resilient with a “roll your sleeves up” attitude
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to engage at all levels

Safeguarding Commitment

This organisation is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of learners and expects all staff and volunteers to share this commitment.

Requirements

construction training, NVQs, employer engagement, business development, account management, new business generation, workforce development, funded training, commercial training, sales strategy, client relationships, communication, negotiation, regional travel, B2B sales