Business Development Manager Project Sales

ZipRecruiter; Birmingham; Remote; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency is seeking a Business Development Manager for a home-based position covering the Midlands to the South Coast. The ideal candidate should have technical knowledge of BMS systems and strong communication skills to identify project opportunities and provide accurate proposals. This role offers a chance to grow in a supportive environment while managing diverse tasks and collaborating across teams.

Qualifications

• Experience in engineering, commissioning, or design of BMS systems.
• Desire to advance in a business development or sales role.
• Experience with commercial proposals or specifications is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop project opportunities with clients.
• Price BMS solutions using technical documentation.
• Coordinate pricing with subcontractors.

Skills

Technical knowledge with BMS systems

Strong communication skills

Client-focused mindset

Ability to manage multiple tasks

Job description

Overview

Business Development Manager & Sales (Projects) – Home-Based (with access to Midlands office). Territory: covering the Midlands to the South Coast (excluding London and the South East).

What You'll Be Doing

• Identifying and developing BMS project opportunities with existing and new clients.
• Pricing BMS solutions using site surveys, drawings, specs, and technical documentation.
• Coordinating with subcontractors for panel construction and electrical installation pricing.
• Delivering accurate proposals within project timelines and commercial targets.
• Supporting and participating in sales strategy planning.
• Recording and tracking opportunities, ensuring alignment with team goals and margins.
• Supporting tender submissions and proposal efforts.
• Collaborating across the business to uncover and pursue new project opportunities.
• Representing the brand and promoting our BMS solutions professionally.

What We're Looking For

• Technical knowledge and experience with BMS systems (engineering, commissioning, design, etc.).
• Strong communication skills and a professional, client-focused mindset.
• A desire to move into or grow within a business development or sales-focused role.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and adapt in a fast-paced, project-driven environment.
• Experience working with specifications, drawings, or commercial proposals is a plus.
• If you already have sales experience, that's a bonus - but if you don't and you're confident in your BMS expertise, training and support will be provided to help you transition into this role.

Why apply

This is an exciting opportunity to grow your career in a supportive and technically driven environment. You'll have the autonomy to make a real impact in the business, while working alongside a team that values innovation, collaboration, and long-term client relationships.