Business Development Manager

Job Advert; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Job Advert in Hatfield seeks an experienced Business Development Manager in construction to drive new opportunities and strengthen client relationships. You’ll work closely with senior leadership to identify opportunities, manage a robust sales pipeline and deliver exceptional service across client accounts.

This permanent, office-based role includes some travel and offers clear career progression within a growing business.

Qualifications

• Experience in the construction industry is essential.
• Proven track record of winning new business and developing long-term client relationships.
• Strong commercial awareness and proactive mindset.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across the construction sector.
• Build strong relationships with new, existing and lapsed clients.
• Manage and develop a healthy sales pipeline using the CRM system.
• Attend client meetings, networking events and industry exhibitions.
• Work closely with Contracts Management to maximise commercial opportunities.
• Support client relationships by attending pre-start meetings where required.
• Collaborate with Marketing on campaigns and market awareness initiatives.
• Prepare pipeline reports, forecasts and activity updates.
• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for future growth.
• Maintain a proactive approach to generating and converting new business.

Skills

Business development

Construction industry knowledge

Job description

Business Development Manager (Construction)

Hatfield

£50,000 - £70,000 DOE + Performance Bonus

Full Time | Permanent | Hatfield (with travel for meetings)

Business Development Manager - About our client:

Our client is a well-established specialist contractor with an excellent reputation for delivering high-quality services across a range of commercial sectors. Due to continued growth, they are looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager to drive new business opportunities, strengthen client relationships and support their long-term growth strategy.

This is a newly created position, offering the opportunity to take ownership of business development activity and make a genuine impact within a supportive, down-to-earth team. Working closely with senior leadership and operational colleagues, you'll play a key role in identifying opportunities, building lasting relationships and helping shape the future direction of the business.

Business Development Manager - Details:

• £50,000 - £70,000 salary depending on experience
• Performance-related bonus
• Office and field-based role with some travel across the South & Midlands
• Newly created position with genuine autonomy
• Work closely with an experienced leadership and Contracts Management team
• Supportive, collaborative working environment
• Long-term career progression within a growing business

Business Development Manager - Overview:

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Business Development Manager with a background in the construction industry to take ownership of a newly established role.

You’ll be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities, developing relationships with new and existing clients, and re‑engaging lapsed accounts. Working collaboratively with the Managing Director, Contracts Managers and Marketing team, you’ll help drive sustainable business growth while ensuring clients receive an exceptional service throughout their journey.

The role offers plenty of variety, combining business development, relationship management, networking and strategic planning, with the autonomy to shape your own approach and contribute to the company’s continued success.

Business Development Manager - Responsibilities:

• Identifying and developing new business opportunities across the construction sector
• Building strong relationships with new, existing and lapsed clients
• Managing and developing a healthy sales pipeline using the CRM system
• Attending client meetings, networking events and industry exhibitions
• Working closely with the Contracts Management team to maximise commercial opportunities
• Supporting client relationships by attending pre‑start meetings where required
• Collaborating with the Marketing team on campaigns and market awareness initiatives
• Preparing pipeline reports, forecasts and business development activity updates
• Monitoring market trends and identifying opportunities for future growth
• Maintaining a proactive approach to generating and converting new business

Business Development Manager - What We're Looking For:

• Previous Business Development experience within the construction industry is essential
• A proven track record of winning new business and developing long‑term client relationships
• Strong commercial awareness and a proactive