Client Relationship & Business Development Manager | Construction

OneStaff; Christchurch; On-site; NZD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Uncapped commission

Company vehicle

Phone & laptop

Birthday leave

Team events

Job summary

OneStaff Christchurch is seeking a commercially driven professional to develop new business, strengthen client partnerships, and partner with Canterbury's leading construction companies to help them secure the workforce they need to succeed.

Whether your background is in construction, sales, account management, labour hire, or project delivery, you'll bring industry knowledge, strong networks, and a passion for building long-term relationships.

Qualifications

• Strong construction industry experience.
• Proven success in business development, sales, or account management.
• Established industry networks.
• Commercial confidence and strong negotiation skills.
• Results-focused, relationship-driven approach.

Responsibilities

• Grow and develop a portfolio of construction clients.
• Win new business across the Canterbury market.
• Build trusted relationships with key decision-makers.
• Deliver tailored workforce solutions that add real value.
• Partner with a dedicated recruitment specialist to achieve outstanding results.

Skills

Construction experience

BD/Sales

Industry networks

Negotiation skills

Relationship focus

Job description

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Client Relationship & Business Development Manager | Construction

OneStaff Christchurch is seeking a commercially driven professional to develop new business, strengthen client partnerships, and partner with some of Canterbury's leading construction companies to help them secure the workforce they need to succeed.

Whether your background is in construction, sales, account management, labour hire, or project delivery, you'll bring industry knowledge, strong networks, and a passion for building long-term relationships.

Key responsibilities

• Grow and develop a portfolio of construction clients
• Win new business across the Canterbury market
• Build trusted relationships with key decision-makers
• Deliver tailored workforce solutions that add real value
• Partner with a dedicated recruitment specialist to achieve outstanding results

What you'll bring

• Strong construction industry experience
• Proven success in business development, sales, or account management
• Established industry networks
• Commercial confidence and strong negotiation skills
• A results-focused, relationship-driven approach

What's on offer

• Competitive base salary plus uncapped commission
• Company vehicle, phone and laptop
• The opportunity to work with some of Canterbury's most respected construction businesses
• A supportive, high-performing team environment
• Modern offices located close to One New Zealand Stadium
• Birthday leave, anniversary lunch and regular team events

At OneStaff, we've been helping New Zealand businesses find great people for over 28 years. If you're ready to leverage your construction experience in a role that combines relationship management, business development, and industry expertise, we'd love to hear from you.

Applicants must be a NZ Citizen, NZ Resident, or hold a valid, permanent visa to work in NZ.