Business Development Manager

Thorn Baker Construction; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK seeks a dynamic Business Development Manager to lead efforts in sustainable construction. This role involves identifying new business opportunities, engaging with clients, and delivering impactful presentations about Modern Methods of Construction. The ideal candidate should have a proven track record in business development and be passionate about sustainability. This position offers a competitive salary and flexible work arrangements.

Benefits

Competitive Salary

Car allowance

Pension

Healthcare

Death in service

Flexible work from home

Qualifications

• Proven track record in business development and key account management.
• Flair for networking and relationship-building.
• Confidence with long sales cycles and technical presentations.
• Passion for sustainability and community impact.
• Comfortable using CRM tools.

Responsibilities

• Identify and convert new business opportunities.
• Drive sales planning and client engagement.
• Deliver presentations to developers and contractors.
• Collaborate with teams for seamless tender processes.
• Monitor pipeline and report on ROI from events.

Skills

Business Development

Key Account Management

Networking

Technical Presentations

Relationship Building

Tools

CRM Tools

Job description

Business Development Manager - Drive the Future of Sustainable Construction!

Location: North West-wide travel & one day a week WFH
Hours: Mon-Thurs 08:30-17:00, Fri 08:30-16:00
Reports to: Head of Pre-Construction

Our Client are on a mission to revolutionise housing across the UK using Modern Methods of Construction (MMC), and we're looking for a dynamic Business Development Manager to lead the charge. This is a pivotal role for someone who thrives on making connections, shaping strategy, and driving meaningful growth - all while contributing to social value, sustainability, and innovation in construction.

The Role:

• Lead with impact: Identify, nurture, and convert new business opportunities - from first hello to long-term partnership.
• Think strategically: Drive sales planning, coordinate client engagement, and represent our client at high-profile events, dinners, and industry awards.
• Tell the MMC story: Deliver compelling presentations and CPD seminars to developers, housing associations, and contractors.
• Collaborate for success: Work hand-in-hand with Pre-Construction, Marketing, and wider teams to ensure seamless tender processes and client journeys.
• Track, analyse, improve: Monitor pipeline, report on ROI from events, and continuously feed insights back into strategy.

About You:

• A proven track record in business development and key account management, ideally in pre-construction or housing.
• Natural flair for networking, influencing, and relationship-building - you know how to make conversations count.
• Confidence with long sales cycles, technical presentations, and navigating complex client ecosystems.
• Passion for sustainability, community impact, and forward-thinking construction methods.
• Comfortable using CRM tools like Capsule and presenting with clarity and confidence.

What's in it for you?

• Competitive Salary
• Car allowance
• Pension, Healthcare, Death in service, plus much more!
• A platform to make real change - socially, environmentally, and economically.
• A values-led culture where people, sustainability, and the community come first.
• Opportunities to represent our client at industry events, awards, and exclusive networking opportunities.
• Flexibility to work from home one day a week and a benefits package aligned with your experience and impact.

If you're a strategic thinker, natural connector, and passionate about changing the way we build, we want to hear from you.

For further information relating to this role, please contact Rhian Newman on (phone number removed) or email (url removed)

Key Skills: Sales, Tenders, Bids, Business Development, MMC, Offsite, Light Gauge steel, Timber Frame, Modular