Business Development Manager (Passive Fire)

Fortem People Limited; Leeds; On-site; GBP 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading firm in passive fire protection is seeking a Business Development Manager. In this role, you'll leverage your industry knowledge to generate new contracts, collaborate with teams, and lead the tender process. With a competitive base salary of up to £45k and an OTE exceeding £90k, this position rewards high performance. Additional benefits include a car allowance, private medical insurance, and opportunities for career growth in a supportive culture focused on work-life balance.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Monthly car allowance

25 days holiday + bank holidays

Company events

Free parking

Qualifications

• At least 2 years experience in passive fire protection firestopping or related works.
• Proven business development experience within the industry.
• Strong ability to work under pressure and deliver results.

Responsibilities

• Generate and win new contracts.
• Lead the tender process from initial assessment to award.
• Accurately estimate costs, timescales, and resources.

Skills

Business development

Communication skills

Relationship building

Commercial awareness

Organisational skills

Attention to detail

Tools

Excel

Job description

Are you a proven BDM in the passive fire protection industry looking for your next big opportunity?

This role puts you right at the heart of a fast‑growing business where your fire protection expertise and commercial drive will directly shape the company’s success

and your own.

We’re looking for someone who truly understands fire protection. Industry experience is essential.

You’ll be joining a supportive, ambitious team where high performance is recognised, rewarded, and genuinely valued.

45K circa base with an OTE of in excess of 90K based on meeting targets.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Generating and winning new contracts, using your industry knowledge and network.
• Working closely with internal teams to understand client needs and deliver tailored, commercially sound proposals.
• Leading the tender process from initial assessment through to award.
• Accurately estimating costs, timescales, and resources for passive fire projects.
• Maintaining strong pricing structures and documentation to support confident business decisions.
• Using Excel to manage reporting, costings, and project data.
• Staying current with products, systems, and innovations from key manufacturers (Rockwool, Quelfire, Protecta, TBA Firefly, etc.).

What We’re Looking For

• At least 2 years experience in passive fire protection firestopping, intumescent coatings, steel encasement, or related works.
• Proven business development experience within the industry.
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills.
• Strong commercial awareness and the ability to work under pressure and deliver results.
• Organised, proactive, and detail‑driven.

What You’ll Get

• Up to £45k base + a genuinely lucrative bonus scheme.
• £400 monthly car allowance + mileage.
• 25 days holiday + bank holidays.
• Private medical insurance.
• Statutory pension.
• Free parking, company events, and a supportive culture with real work‑life balance.
• Strong opportunities for personal and career development.

Job Types

Full‑time, Permanent

Benefits

Company pension

Free parking

On‑site parking

Work Location

In person

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