Company Description Municipal Group is a principal contractor delivering a broad range of services across multiple sectors throughout the UK. The company specializes in fit-out projects for retail, healthcare, office, and building refurbishment. It also manages construction work including new builds, extensions, and industrial, commercial, and healthcare facilities. In addition, Municipal Group provides small works and maintenance services for retail, public sector, commercial, and healthcare clients. This diverse project portfolio offers team members exposure to varied environments and long-term client relationships.
Role Description This is a part-time, hybrid Business Development Manager role based in York, with flexibility to work from home part of the week. The Business Development Manager will identify and qualify new business opportunities across fit-out, construction, and small works & maintenance, building and maintaining a strong pipeline of prospects. Day-to-day responsibilities include researching target markets, preparing and delivering client presentations, developing proposals and tenders, and collaborating with operational teams to create competitive, compliant bids. The role involves nurturing existing client relationships, attending client meetings and industry events, and gathering market intelligence to inform sales strategies and revenue forecasts. The Business Development Manager will also track performance against targets, maintain accurate CRM records, and provide regular reports and insights to leadership.
Qualifications
* Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management, ideally within construction, fit-out, or related built-environment sectors.
* Strong skills in lead generation, pipeline management, and closing opportunities, with the ability to meet or exceed revenue targets.
* Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities, with confidence engaging clients at all levels.
* Experience preparing proposals, bids, and tender responses, working closely with estimating and project teams.
* Ability to conduct market and competitor research and translate insights into practical growth strategies.
* Comfortable working in a hybrid environment, managing time effectively between client visits, office work in York, and home-based tasks.
* Strong organizational and planning skills, with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously.
* Proficiency with CRM systems and standard office software (e.g., Microsoft Office or equivalent).
* Collaborative mindset with the ability to build positive relationships across internal teams and external stakeholders.
* Valid right to work in the UK and willingness to travel to client sites and meetings as needed.
* Relevant qualification in business, construction management, or a related field is beneficial but not essential; equivalent experience is valued.