Business Development Manager - Design & Construction

Jobstreet Malaysia; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading design and construction firm based in Kuala Lumpur is seeking a results-driven Business Development Manager to identify new opportunities and drive revenue growth in the commercial and restaurant sectors. The ideal candidate should have proven experience in business development or sales specific to design and construction, coupled with strong networking and communication skills. This role offers competitive salary, performance-based incentives, and the opportunity to work on high-profile projects.

Benefits

Competitive salary + performance-based incentives

Opportunities for career growth

Collaborative environment

Chance to work on high-profile projects

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or sales within the design, construction, architecture, or real estate industries.
• Strong understanding of commercial and/or restaurant project requirements.
• Established network of industry contacts is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple opportunities and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and comfortable working independently.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the commercial and restaurant design & construction market.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with restaurant groups, franchise owners, commercial developers, architects, and industry partners.
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract negotiation.
• Collaborate with internal design and construction teams to develop proposals and project strategies.
• Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking functions to represent the company.
• Track market trends and competitor activity to inform business strategy.
• Deliver revenue targets and support long-term company growth.

Skills

Business development experience

Strong networking skills

Excellent communication skills

Negotiation skills

Presentation skills

Ability to manage multiple opportunities

Job description

Business Development Manager - Design & Construction

We are a fast-growing design and construction firm specializing in commercial spaces and restaurant environments. From concept to completion, we deliver innovative, functional, and high-quality spaces for leading brands and emerging businesses. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a results-driven Business Development Manager to join our team and lead our growth initiatives.

About Us

We are a fast-growing design and construction firm specializing in commercial spaces and restaurant environments. From concept to completion, we deliver innovative, functional, and high-quality spaces for leading brands and emerging businesses. As we continue to expand, we are looking for a results-driven Business Development Manager to join our team and lead our growth initiatives.

Role Overview

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and driving revenue growth within the commercial and restaurant sectors. This role requires industry experience, strong networking skills, and the ability to translate client needs into successful project partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the commercial and restaurant design & construction market.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with restaurant groups, franchise owners, commercial developers, architects, and industry partners.
• Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract negotiation.
• Collaborate with internal design and construction teams to develop proposals and project strategies.
• Attend industry events, trade shows, and networking functions to represent the company.
• Track market trends and competitor activity to inform business strategy.
• Deliver revenue targets and support long-term company growth.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in business development or sales within the design, construction, architecture, or real estate industries.
• Strong understanding of commercial and/or restaurant project requirements.
• Established network of industry contacts is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple opportunities and meet deadlines.
• Self-motivated, goal-oriented, and comfortable working independently.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary + performance-based incentives
• Opportunities for career growth in a rapidly expanding firm
• Collaborative environment with a creative and supportive team
• The chance to work on high-profile commercial and restaurant projects