Offsite Construction BDM – Hybrid & Benefits

Thorn Baker Construction; Coventry; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid and flexible working

Pension contributions

Private medical cover

Life assurance

25 days annual leave plus bank holiday

Job summary

Thorn Baker, in partnership with an established offsite construction manufacturer, is seeking a commercially focused Business Development Manager to expand its UK market presence.

Based in Coventry with hybrid working available, you will identify new opportunities, build relationships with developers and contractors, support pre-construction and bids, and work with technical teams to deliver tailored solutions that win work.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3-4 years' business development experience within construction, offsite, manufacturing, or a related sector.
• Good understanding of the construction project lifecycle.
• Proven track record of generating and growing business.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
• Commercially aware with the ability to identify value-led opportunities.
• Target-driven with a proactive and professional approach.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent industry experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business and partnership opportunities
• Build relationships with developers, contractors, housing providers, and key stakeholders
• Support pre-construction and bid engagement activities
• Maintain and grow existing client accounts
• Work closely with technical and delivery teams to develop tailored solutions
• Monitor market trends and identify areas for business growth
• Contribute to strategic business development planning

Skills

Business development

Construction

Offsite construction

MMC

Sales

Bids

Negotiation

Relationship management

Sustainability

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Thorn Baker, in partnership with an established offsite construction manufacturer, is seeking a commercially focused Business Development Manager to expand its UK market presence.

Based in Coventry with hybrid working available, you will identify new opportunities, build relationships with developers and contractors, support pre-construction and bids, and work with technical teams to deliver tailored solutions that win work.