Business Development Manager

Thorn Baker Recruitment; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Pension contributions

25 days annual leave

Job summary

Thorn Baker Recruitment is assisting a leading offsite construction manufacturer in Coventry to recruit a Business Development Manager. The role focuses on developing new business, nurturing key client relationships and shaping the company’s growth strategy within construction and development sectors.

The successful candidate will drive opportunities, manage partnerships, and collaborate with pre-construction and bids teams. Hybrid working and a competitive salary DOE are on offer.

Qualifications

• 3-4 years of business development experience within construction, offsite, manufacturing, or related sectors
• Good understanding of the construction project lifecycle
• Proven track record of generating and growing business
• Strong communication, negotiation and relationship management skills
• Commercially aware with ability to identify value-led opportunities
• Target-driven with a proactive and professional approach
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience preferred
• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Hybrid and flexible working
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension contributions

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business and partnership opportunities
• Build relationships with developers, contractors, housing providers, and key stakeholders
• Support pre-construction and bid engagement activities
• Maintain and grow existing client accounts
• Work closely with technical and delivery teams to develop tailored solutions
• Monitor market trends and identify areas for business growth
• Contribute to strategic business development planning

Skills

Business development

Relationship management

Negotiation

Communication

Commercial awareness

Strategic thinking

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Business Development Manager - Offsite Construction

Location: Coventry (Hybrid Working Available)

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: Competitive, dependent on experience

Thorn Baker is working in partnership with an established and innovative

offsite construction manufacturer to recruit a

Business Development Manager. This organisation operates a fully integrated model, designing, manufacturing, engineering, and installing its own building systems, and is recognised for delivering efficient, sustainable construction solutions across the UK.Due to continued growth, they are seeking a commercially focused Business Development professional to help expand their market presence and develop strategic relationships within the construction and development sectors.

The Role

The successful candidate will be responsible for generating new business opportunities, strengthening existing client relationships, and supporting the company's long-term growth strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business and partnership opportunities
• Build relationships with developers, contractors, housing providers, and key stakeholders
• Support pre-construction and bid engagement activities
• Maintain and grow existing client accounts
• Work closely with technical and delivery teams to develop tailored solutions
• Monitor market trends and identify areas for business growth
• Contribute to strategic business development planning

Candidate Requirements

• 3-4 years' business development experience within construction, offsite, manufacturing, or a related sector
• Good understanding of the construction project lifecycle
• Proven track record of generating and growing business
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills
• Commercially aware with the ability to identify value-led opportunities
• Target-driven with a proactive and professional approach
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience preferred
• Competitive salary (DOE)
• Hybrid and flexible working
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Pension contributions

Key Skills

Business Development | Construction | Offsite Construction | MMC | Sales | Bids | Negotiation | Relationship Management | Sustainability