Business Development Manager -Electrical Contractor in Braintree, Essex

Energy Jobline CVL; Braintree; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established electrical contractor based in the East of England is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive client partnerships and secure ongoing workstreams. The role includes generating new business across residential developers and strengthening client relationships. Ideal candidates will have a strong background in business development within electrical contracting and excellent negotiation skills. The position offers hybrid working flexibility and a competitive salary with commission.

Benefits

Hybrid working flexibility

Competitive base salary

Career progression

Company vehicle/car allowance

Pension and additional benefits

Qualifications

• Proven BD or sales background within electrical contracting or MEP/construction.
• Full UK driving licence required.
• Strong client network and commercial capability.

Responsibilities

• Generate new business across residential developers and main contractors.
• Strengthen existing client relationships for repeat business.
• Lead sales processes from prospecting to contract negotiation.
• Work closely with operational teams to support bid submissions.
• Attend industry networking events and client presentations.

Skills

Business Development background

Strong network in residential development market

Technical understanding of electrical installation

Excellent negotiation skills

Strong communication skills

Self-motivated

Job description

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Company Overview

Our client is a well‑established and growing electrical contractor specialising in a wide range of electrical installations, with a primary focus on residential developments across the East of England. They work with respected housebuilders, developers, and main contractors to deliver high‑quality electrical installations, testing, and after‑care services. Due to continued expansion and a strong project pipeline, they are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive new client partnerships and secure ongoing workstreams.

Key Responsibilities

• Generate new business across residential developers, main contractors, and related sectors
• Strengthen existing client relationships to ensure repeat business and increased market share
• Lead sales processes from prospecting to proposal submission and contract negotiation
• Work closely with the Managing Director and operational teams to support bid submissions
• Attend meetings, industry networking events, and client presentations
• Proactively work towards key contractor frameworks and tender lists
• Maintain an accurate sales/tender pipeline and provide regular revenue forecasts to the leadership team
• Promote the full scope of services including installation, testing & inspection, and maintenance

Experience & Competencies

• Proven BD or sales background within electrical contracting or wider MEP/construction service. Open to hearing from white‑collar professionals within the electrical trade (e.g., Estimators, Project Managers, Contract Managers) who can demonstrate a strong client network and commercial capability
• Strong network (“black book”) within the residential development market
• Technical understanding of electrical installation processes and compliance
• Excellent commercial awareness and negotiation capability
• Strong communication and relationship‑building skills with stakeholders at all levels
• Self‑motivated, target‑driven, and able to work independently
• Full UK driving licence

Personal Attributes

• Confident, credible, and resilient
• Strategic thinker with a proactive mindset
• Strong team collaborator
• Customer‑focused with a commitment to quality

What’s on Offer

• Hybrid working flexibility
• Competitive base salary with attractive commission structure
• Career progression in a growing business
• Company vehicle/car allowance
• Pension and additional benefits
• Supportive and forward‑thinking working environment

Application Process

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