The Company
A well-established Hertfordshire-based regional main contractor is seeking a Business Development Manager to join its Pre-Construction Team, supporting continued growth across the Home Counties and London.
With a strong reputation for delivering high-quality refurbishment and fit-out projects across the healthcare, education, commercial, community, and high-end retail sectors, the company has built long-term relationships and a robust client base.
The Role
Reporting directly to the Pre-Construction Director and working closely with the Commercial and Construction Directors, you will play a key role in driving business growth.
You’ll combine strategic thinking with a hands-on approach to develop and strengthen client relationships, identify new opportunities, and promote the company as the contractor of choice across both the public and private sectors.
Key Responsibilities
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Drive business growth by expanding the company’s Healthcare, Education, and Commercial workstreams.
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Proactively identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities.
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Build and maintain strong relationships with existing clients and key industry consultants (Architects, Cost Consultants, Project Managers, etc.).
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Keep the CRM system up to date to protect and manage company intelligence.
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Monitor market trends, regional pipelines, and tender opportunities.
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Collaborate with estimating, commercial, and pre-construction teams to support bids and proposals.
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Represent the company at industry events, networking functions, and strategic meetings.
Ideal Candidate
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Proven track record in business development within a main contracting environment.
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Strong network of contacts across the Home Counties and London construction markets.
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Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship-building skills.
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Ambitious, self-motivated, and commercially astute team player.
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Based in or near the Hertfordshire / Bedfordshire area