National Construction Business Development Manager

Simply Jobsworth; Hull and East Yorkshire, West Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary package

Car allowance

Performance-related bonus scheme

Company pension

National role with autonomy and flexi‑

Career development opportunities

Respected construction sector employer

Job summary

Jobsworth Recruitment is seeking a Business Development Manager for a national role covering specialist construction divisions. Travel across the UK is required, with a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and pension package.

The role focuses on creating new opportunities, growing revenue and maintaining strong client relationships while working with regional teams to deliver margin targets. Excellent communication and a proactive, independent work style are essential.

Qualifications

• Previous Business Development Manager experience is essential.
• Construction or building industry experience is highly advantageous.
• Excellent communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.
• Strong Maths and English skills.
• Ability to work independently and manage your own workload effectively.
• Strong planning, organisation and time management skills.
• Commercial awareness and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated with the ability to identify and develop new business opportunities.
• IT literate with good general computer knowledge.
• Full UK driving licence.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a national business plan to achieve sales and margin targets.
• Manage existing client relationships while actively identifying and securing new business opportunities.
• Promote the company's full range of products and services.
• Deliver sales and technical CPD presentations to clients, surveyors and key decision-makers.
• Carry out site surveys and provide technical advice and guidance.
• Prepare proposal specifications for prospective projects in conjunction with branch teams.
• Liaise with Branch Managers and senior management regarding project opportunities and margin potential.
• Maintain effective project quotation, specification tracking and communication systems.
• Work closely with supplier representatives to maximise business opportunities.
• Ensure customer service standards are consistently exceeded through close collaboration with branch and head office teams.
• Liaise with Contract Managers throughout project delivery to ensure contracts run smoothly and profitably.
• Analyse market trends, competitor activity and industry intelligence, providing recommendations where required.
• Maintain a customer-focused approach and commitment to continuous improvement.
• Ensure company policies and procedures are followed at all times.

Skills

Previous BDM experience

Construction/building industry

Communication/presentation/rel. skills

Maths and English skills

Independent working

Planning/organisation/time management

Commercial awareness/attention to det.

Self-motivation for new opportunities

IT literacy

Full UK driving licence

Job description

Jobsworth Recruitment is seeking a Business Development Manager for a national role covering specialist construction divisions. Travel across the UK is required, with a competitive salary, car allowance, bonus and pension package.

The role focuses on creating new opportunities, growing revenue and maintaining strong client relationships while working with regional teams to deliver margin targets. Excellent communication and a proactive, independent work style are essential.