Business Development Lead

Thorn Baker Construction; Malvern; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional contractor is seeking a Business Development Lead based in the Midlands/South West. This role involves cultivating client relationships and managing tenders in a sustainable construction environment. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in business development within construction and possess excellent networking skills. Competitive salary and professional development opportunities are offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits

Supportive team environment

Clear routes for personal and professional development

Qualifications

• Proven business development or pre-construction experience within construction.
• Excellent networking, communication and strategic skills.
• Understanding of key sectors and procurement methods.
• UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally.

Responsibilities

• Proactively source and qualify new lead opportunities.
• Cultivate long-term client and consultant relationships.
• Guide PQQs, tenders and pipeline management.
• Represent the business at meetings and industry events.

Skills

Sales

Business Development

Tender

Bids

Lead-generation

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Business Development Lead
Midlands / South West (regional travel required)
Full‑Time | Permanent

A family‑owned, award‑winning regional contractor, founded in 1995, with a strong focus on low‑carbon, sustainable construction and early contractor engagement. Delivering projects from £250K-£30M across education, healthcare, commercial and public sectors, our innovative, people‑first culture is rooted in teamwork, honesty and forward‑thinking

The Role:

• Proactively source and qualify new lead opportunities
• Cultivate long‑term client and consultant relationships
• Guide PQQs, tenders and pipeline management
• Represent the business at meetings and industry events

About You:

• Proven business development or pre‑construction experience within construction
• Excellent networking, communication and strategic skills
• Understanding of key sectors and procurement methods
• UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally

What's in it for you?

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Work with a supportive, forward‑thinking team
• Clear routes for personal and professional development

Apply now to help shape the future of sustainable, award‑winning construction. Please contact Rhian Newman on 07969 972412 for further information

Key Skills: Sales, Business Development, Construction, Tender, Bids, Lead-generation