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Department: Operations
Location: Crawley
Compensation: £28,000 – £35,000 per year, dependent on experience
Contract: Permanent
About Us
Founded in 2007, Vision Survey is a leading authority on permit‑to‑dig control. With over fifty staff, we work on major civil engineering projects such as Tideway, HS2 and Hinkley Point. As part of the Celnor Group, we promote innovation, technology and a supportive culture guided by the core values of Reflection, Excellence, Teamwork and Integrity.
About the Role
This newly created, development‑focused role sits on the commercial team and is designed to drive intelligent, insight‑led lead generation and consultative client engagement. You will develop deep commercial capability, learn our services inside‑out and act as a trusted advisor for prospects facing technical, compliance or engineering challenges. Success is achieved through listening, understanding customer pain points and matching them with credible, problem‑solving outcomes.
Key Responsibilities
* Act as the single point of contact for all sales enquiries across telephone, email, video and in‑person channels
* Manage and maintain the CRM system with accurate and timely data
* Lead the creation of marketing content for digital and traditional channels
* Support the development of a structured sales process and assist with proposals and presentations
* Participate in bidding processes, including market engagement questionnaires, PQQs and tenders
* Manage company profiles and documentation across procurement portals
* Build strong relationships with client supply chain and procurement managers
* Travel nationwide to meet with clients and attend site meetings
* Shadow the Managing Director during client meetings and negotiations
* Collaborate with Heads of Services and finance to align sales strategies
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Essential Requirements
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills, confident speaking at all levels
* Highly organised and methodical with excellent attention to detail
* Self‑starter who can work independently and take initiative
* Enthusiastic and genuinely eager to learn and develop
* Full UK manual driving licence with flexibility to travel nationwide
* Comfortable in client‑facing interactions and building relationships
* Team player with the ability to work autonomously
* GCSEs (or equivalent) in English and Maths
Desirable
* Basic understanding of marketing principles and sales processes
* Experience with CRM systems
* Interest in content creation and digital marketing
* Previous experience in customer‑facing roles
Salary and Benefits
* Structured training and mentorship through Level 4 Sales Executive Apprenticeship
* Exposure to senior leadership and strategic decision‑making
* Clear career progression path with genuine opportunities for advancement
* Flexible working options post probation (hybrid: Crawley office and remote)
* Staff benefits package including discounts at retailers and gym memberships
* Pension Scheme
* Health Insurance (Vitality)
* Life Insurance
* IT & Phone Package
* Continuous on‑the‑job training and development
Every project we undertake contributes to a safer, more sustainable built environment. Be part of a team making a tangible impact on the future of infrastructure, with a culture built on learning and innovation where your ideas and expertise will play a vital role in shaping outcomes.
Vision Survey is an equal opportunities employer with the aim of providing a diverse and inclusive environment. We encourage suitably qualified applications regardless of race, disability, age, sex, marital status, veteran status, pregnancy and maternity, sexual orientation, gender reassignment, and religion or belief.
Please note that you may need to undergo a DBS background check if you are successful.
To apply, please submit your CV and a covering letter explaining why you’re the right fit for this role.
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