Business Development Manager

Reed Specialist Recruitment; City Of London; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive sales and manage projects from inception to completion in the residential sector. This remote role requires proven experience in business development and project management, alongside strong communication and negotiation skills. Enjoy a competitive salary with performance-based commission and the opportunity to work on diverse projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary with commission

Fully remote role

Variety of project work

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or sales, particularly within the residential sector.
• Strong ability to drive sales and secure contracts with various stakeholders in construction.
• Experience managing the full project lifecycle from tendering to handover.
• Creative and technical skills necessary to produce detailed project specifications.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive sales and secure contracts with developers and contractors.
• Manage the entire project lifecycle from tendering to construction.
• Produce creative and detailed specifications for planning applications.
• Engage with the technical aspects of projects.

Skills

Business development experience

Sales skills

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Project management

Job description

Business Development Manager - Construction

Job Type: Full-time, Remote

Location: Central London (Remote)

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

We are seeking a Business Development Manager to join my client, a company that acts as a one-stop shop supporting developers and private clients with their projects from planning permission through to completion.

This is a unique opportunity to drive sales and manage projects from inception to completion. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in securing contracts and managing the entire project lifecycle within the residential sector.

Day-to-day of the role:

• Drive sales and secure contracts with developers, main contractors, architects, and homeowners.
• B2B sales mainly, with occasional B2C sales too
• Manage the entire project lifecycle, from tendering and contract negotiation through to construction and handover.
• Produce creative and detailed specifications for planning applications and engage with the technical aspects of projects.
• Work on a diverse portfolio of residential projects, ensuring all aspects are aligned with client needs and industry standards.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Proven experience in business development or sales, particularly within the residential sector.
• Strong ability to drive sales and secure contracts with various stakeholders in the construction and development industries.
• Experience managing the full project lifecycle, from tendering to handover.
• Creative and technical skills necessary to produce detailed project specifications.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with commission based on performance.
• Fully remote role, providing flexibility and convenience.
• Opportunity to work on a variety of projects and make significant impacts in the residential sector.