Business Development Manager - Construction / Engineering

VanRath; Newtownabbey; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A forward-thinking engineering and construction organization is seeking a Business Development Manager (Desk Based) to drive growth across global divisions. This role involves identifying new opportunities and building strong relationships with clients. The ideal candidate has experience in business development within relevant sectors and excellent communication skills. A competitive salary with bonuses and benefits, along with significant progression opportunities, are offered in a hybrid work model.

Benefits

Competitive base salary with performance-related bonus

Excellent progression opportunities

Comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development, ideally within construction, engineering, or industrial sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen with a proactive approach to identifying opportunities.
• Comfortable with occasional international travel to meet clients and attend industry events.

Responsibilities

• Identify new project opportunities and develop client partnerships.
• Develop and execute business development strategies.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with clients.
• Collaborate with project and technical teams.
• Prepare and deliver sales presentations, tenders, and proposals.
• Monitor industry trends and competitor activity.
• Achieve and exceed revenue and growth targets.

Skills

Experience in business development

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Strategic mindset

Education

Degree in Business, Engineering, or related field (advantageous)

Job description

Location: Newtownabbey (Hybrid)
Contract: Permanent, Monday - Friday
Salary: Competitive + Bonus + Exceptional Progression Opportunities + Comprehensive Benefits

About the Company

VANRATH are proud to be partnering with a forward-thinking, internationally active engineering and construction organisation renowned for delivering complex infrastructure and mechanical projects across the globe. This is a company that values innovation, integrity, and its people - offering the successful candidate a platform to build an exciting career with a business that continues to expand its global footprint.

The Role

We are seeking a driven Business Development Manager (Desk Based) to play a key role in driving growth across our global construction and engineering divisions. This is a strategic commercial role suited to someone who thrives in a fast-paced, technical environment and enjoys building long-term client relationships that translate into sustainable business growth.

You'll be responsible for identifying new project opportunities, developing client partnerships, and working closely with internal engineering and delivery teams to ensure client needs are met with precision and excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Research, identify and engage potential clients and decision-makers across global construction and engineering markets - including both onshore and offshore sectors.
• Develop and execute business development strategies to win new work and strengthen the company's international presence.
• Build and nurture long-term relationships with clients, consultants, and partners through regular contact and industry engagement.
• Collaborate with project and technical teams to shape proposals and ensure alignment between client needs and service delivery.
• Prepare and deliver high-impact sales presentations, tenders, and commercial proposals.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and emerging market opportunities to inform business strategy.
• Consistently achieve and exceed agreed revenue and growth targets.
• Represent the company at key networking events, trade shows, and industry conferences worldwide.

The Ideal Person

• Proven experience in business development, ideally within construction, engineering, or industrial sectors.
• Strong commercial acumen with a strategic mindset and a proactive approach to identifying opportunities.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to build trust at all levels.
• Degree in Business, Engineering, or a related field is advantageous but not essential.
• Comfortable with occasional international travel to meet clients and attend industry events.

What's on Offer

• Competitive base salary with performance-related bonus
• Excellent progression opportunities within a global organisation
• Hybrid working model
• Comprehensive benefits package and a strong focus on employee development