Business Development Manager

Talk Recruitment Ltd; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Car Allowance

Company Benefits

Job summary

Talk Recruitment Ltd in Birmingham seeks a Business Development Manager for Building/Construction in the West Midlands, with a mix of office near the Airport/NEC, remote work, and client visits.

The role focuses on identifying opportunities, developing partnerships, driving revenue, and collaborating with operations and marketing to align with company goals, emphasising relationships and market insight.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development within construction or main contracting.
• Proven ability to identify opportunities and close deals.
• Strong networking and relationship-building capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities in West Midlands.
• Develop and implement business development strategies with directors.
• Lead generation through multiple channels including events and digital marketing.
• Maintain Salesforce CRM and prepare reports for board and regional teams.
• Build and maintain relationships with existing clients and frameworks.
• Collaborate with operations, commercial, and accounts teams to align BD efforts.

Skills

Business development

Sales

Lead generation

Strategic planning

Client relationships

English fluency

Job description

Business Development Manager - Building / Construction – West Midlands + Some Remote Working

LEADING TIER 1 BUILDING MAIN CONTRACTOR

COMPANY:

A reputable regional building main contractor, with a longstanding history and a strong brand in the industry. Role will be a mix of Birmingham office (near the Airport / NEC), remote work and client visits.

ROLE:

As Business Development Managerin theWest Midlands, you will be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities. Your primary focus will be on fostering strategic partnerships, cultivating client relationships and driving revenue growth. You will collaborate closely with our operations and marketing teams to develop and execute effective business development strategies, ensuring alignment with company goals and objectives.

DUTIES

• Marketanalysis:carry out market research to identify trends, opportunities. Analyse competitor activities and market dynamics to inform decision making.
• Businessdevelopment strategy:work alongside theRegionalDirector to develop and implement business development strategies,aligned with regional business plans.
• Leadgeneration:proactively identify and pursue new business opportunities through various channels includingcold calling, networking events, industry conferences and digital marketing.
• Reporting and Analysis; you will be expected to maintain Salesforce CRM,preparing comprehensive reports and performance metrics to track progress, measure success and identify areas for improvement, providingregular updates the board and the regional management teams.
• Customerreviews:you will manage and conduct formal customer feedback
• Framework relationships:You will maintain healthy relationships with relevant account managers for the frameworkswhich we are on regionally.
• Customerrelationships:You will join the team with maintaining excellent relationships with valued existing customers, as well asopening the door to new relationships which you will track and manage.
• Industry relationships:You will maintainand manageexistingrelationships with our consultantsand influencers, as well as creating new, meaningful relationships within the industry. Take an interest in marketing opportunities to promote the company brand, helping to assemble the information required to drive campaigns and looking out for opportunities to make the brand more visible.
• Cross functional collaboration:You will work closely with internal stakeholders includingtheoperations, commercial andNationalandStrategic Accounts team to co-ordinate business development efforts.

REQUIREMENTS:

To be considered for this Business Development Manager vacancy you will likely have the following attributes:

- Previous employment as a Business Development Manager, Business Development Executive, Business Development Coordinator, Marketing Manager or similar.

- Previous Main Contractor / Principal contractor employment.

-You will have an established network within the construction industry andpublic sector client types.

-Demonstrable knowledge andexperience in the construction industry,including anunderstanding of market trends, procurement routes, market competitionand client needs.

-A strategic think who is able to develop actionable plans to drive business growth and expansion.

-Have aproven track record of generating new business through effectiveprospecting, networking and negotiation skills.

-You will be able toidentifytarget customers;develop,implement,and maintainaccount plans.

-Good organisation skills and work ethic

-Excellent spoken and written English.

-A good, clear telephone manner is essential as there will be client interface during the course of the daily works, as well as meeting skills both online and in person.

-A good ‘team player’, able to work independently and as part of a team.

-Driving licence.

REMUNERATION:

The successful Business Development Manager will receive:

• *Competitive Basic
• *Car Allowance
• *Plus Company Benefits