London Property & Construction Business Development Manager

Recco; Essex; Hybrid; GBP 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Recco is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth across the London commercial property and construction market. You will identify new opportunities, nurture client relationships, and work with internal teams from pre-construction to operations to secure future projects.

You will build a sustainable pipeline by researching markets, planning applications, and networking at client meetings and industry events. A strong network and proactive approach are essential.

Qualifications

• Proven business development experience within construction, fit-out, property or a related consultancy environment.
• Established network of contacts within the London commercial property market.
• Experience engaging with clients, consultants and other key decision-makers.
• Good understanding of construction procurement routes and the commercial project lifecycle.
• Strong communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.
• Commercially aware, proactive and confident identifying and developing new opportunities.
• Well organised, self-motivated and comfortable working towards growth targets.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across the commercial property and construction sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with developers, landlords, occupiers, consultants and other key industry stakeholders.
• Research upcoming projects, planning applications, market activity and investment opportunities.
• Develop a pipeline of potential projects, tracking opportunities from early design through to procurement.
• Arrange and attend client meetings, presentations and networking events.
• Identify procurement routes, client requirements, project programmes and potential competitors.
• Support tender and pre-construction teams by providing market intelligence and client insight.
• Contribute to business development plans, sector growth strategies and key account management.
• Work collaboratively with marketing and operational teams to raise market awareness and generate new opportunities.
• Monitor progress against business development targets, including tender invitations and secured work.

Skills

Business Development

Client relationship management

Market research

Networking

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/Construction or related

Job description

Recco is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth across the London commercial property and construction market. You will identify new opportunities, nurture client relationships, and work with internal teams from pre-construction to operations to secure future projects.

You will build a sustainable pipeline by researching markets, planning applications, and networking at client meetings and industry events. A strong network and proactive approach are essential.