Business Development Manager - Facades

On Target Recruitment Ltd; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A growing family business in the construction industry is seeking a Business Development Manager to manage regional project pipelines and strengthen relationships with key contractors. The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of façades and through-wall solutions, along with excellent interpersonal skills. Benefits include a competitive salary of £50K - £60K, bonus, holidays, and hybrid car.

Benefits

Company bonus £10K - £15K

25 holidays plus 8 bank holidays

Pension

Car hybrid

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of the construction sector related to façades.
• Proactive and solutions-focused with initiative.
• Excellent interpersonal, networking, and influencing skills.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with Regional Specification sales teams.
• Develop deep product expertise.
• Strengthen relationships with contractors.
• Provide hands-on project support.
• Offer technical guidance to contractors.

Skills

Relationship building

Technical knowledge in construction

Problem-solving

Presentation skills

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Reference OTRAEL10072025N Products Facades Customers Tier 1 & 2 Contractors, Subcontractor and cladding installers Location North East, North West Package £50K - £60K depending on experience, Company bonus £10K -£15K, 25 holidays plus 8 bank holidays, pension, Car hybrid.

The Company:

Come and join a fast-growing, innovative family business with a fantastic team culture and a first-class technical reputation in the construction industry. For over 50 years, the company has supplied high-quality, forward-thinking products and solutions to meet the evolving needs of the building sector. Their diverse offering includes specialist roofing and walling membranes, advanced thermal insulation, and acoustic flooring solutions — all designed to support modern construction challenges.

The Role of the Business Development Manager:

1. Your role is to collaborate closely with Regional Specification sales teams across the north of England to build and manage a strong project pipeline, turning specifications into tangible sales opportunities.

2. Develop deep product expertise and maintain awareness of competitor offerings to effectively position solutions in the market.

3. Strengthen and grow relationships with key main contractors and subcontractors to maximise future business opportunities.

4. Provide hands-on project support, including site visits, pre-and post-sales technical assistance, while ensuring familiarity with relevant building regulations and key markets such as façades and high-rise developments.

5. Offer technical guidance and advice to contractors and installers to ensure correct product application and successful project delivery. Stay ahead of industry trends by attending conferences and forums, expanding your knowledge and professional network.

Benefits of the Business Development Manager:

• £50K - £60K depending on experience,
• Company bonus £10k-£15k
• 25 holidays
• Plus 8 bank holidays, pension, Car hybrid

The Ideal Person for the Business Development Manager:

• Solid industry knowledge: Strong understanding of the construction sector, especially related to through-wall solutions and façades, with the ability to interpret construction drawings confidently.

• Proactive and solutions-focused, demonstrates initiative in managing the region, tackling challenges effectively, and adapting to changing project demands. Dealing directly with the Tier 1 & 2 Contracts, Subcontractors, and cladding installers.

• Able to engage at all levels — verbally, in writing, and in presentations (including CPD sessions) — while welcoming and valuing input from others.

• Relationship builder, excellent interpersonal, networking, and influencing skills to collaborate successfully with internal teams and external stakeholders.

• Proven ability to achieve within a technically complex construction environment.

• Willingness to travel across the North of England.