Construction BDM National Role

Simply Jobsworth; Halesowen; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Simply Jobsworth is recruiting a Business Development Manager / Bid Manager for a national role in the UK construction and refurbishment sectors. You will own the national business development remit, identify new clients, secure opportunities, and build strong relationships with end users, contractors and decision-makers.

The role requires proven BD or bid management experience, commercial acumen and the ability to work autonomously across a national territory.

Qualifications

• Experience in building or construction industries is essential.
• Proven track record in securing new business and managing bids.
• Strong understanding of margins and profitability.

Responsibilities

• Develop a national business plan to drive growth and margin targets.
• Identify and win new clients and opportunities within refurbishment/construction sectors.
• Deliver CPD presentations and provide technical guidance to clients and stakeholders.
• Manage proposals, quotations and project quotes from start to finish.
• Maintain council-approved status and nurture long-term customer relationships.

Skills

Business Development

Bid Management

Sales experience

Commercial awareness

Communication skills

Client relationship management

Job description

BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT MANAGER / BID MANAGER

Remote/hybrid/onsite

National Role | Construction | Refurbishment

I'm currently recruiting for an exciting Business Development Manager / Bid Manager opportunity with a well-established organisation looking for a commercially driven, technically minded professional to take ownership of a national business development remit.

The successful candidate will be responsible for developing new opportunities, winning new clients within the refurbishment market and building strong relationships with end users, contractors, councils, surveyors and key decision-makers.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop and implement a national business plan to achieve growth and margin targets
• Identify and win new clients and business opportunities
• Develop relationships with end users and key decision-makers
• Maintain and develop council-approved status
• Deliver technical CPD presentations to clients, surveyors and other stakeholders
• Conduct site surveys and provide technical advice and guidance
• Prepare proposal specifications and quotations
• Manage and track project quotes and specifications
• Liaise with suppliers, branch teams and contract managers
• Monitor market intelligence and competitor activity
• Identify opportunities to increase revenue and profitability
• Develop long-term customer relationships
• Ensure projects are delivered smoothly and profitably

THE IDEAL CANDIDATE

• Experience within the building or construction industry
• Proven Business Development, Sales or Bid Management experience
• Strong commercial awareness and understanding of margins
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Confident dealing with clients, contractors and senior decision-makers
• Strong planning, organisation and attention to detail
• Good IT and computer skills
• Proactive, adaptable and results-driven approach
• Comfortable managing a national territory and working autonomously

This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced Business Development or Bid professional looking to take ownership of a national role and play a key part in driving new business and continued growth.