Adding Real Value in Recruitment Business Development Manager : Light Gauge Steel Framing (LGSF) Solutions
Location: UK (nationwide client engagement and travel) Industry: Off:site construction / light gauge steel framing / structural solutions
Salary : Circa GBP77k + Bonus + car
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Business Development Manager to lead growth for a range of modern construction steel framing products, with an emphasis on light gauge steel framing (LGSF) and pre:panelised structural solutions. This role will focus on building new client relationships, driving specification and sales of engineered steel framing systems, and establishing long:term partnerships across housing, commercial, hospitality, education and industrial sectors.
The successful candidate will be a consultative sales professional with a strong understanding of construction technology, off: site manufacturing benefits, and the competitive advantages of LGSF systems.
Key Responsibilities
* Drive New Business Opportunities: Identify and qualify new leads, from developers and main contractors to design partners and off:site specialists.
* Client Relationship Management: Build and nurture long:term commercial relationships; act as the trusted point of contact for clients during pre:sales, specification and contract stages.
* Technical and Commercial Support: Understand and communicate the advantages of light gauge steel framing solutions : such as rapid off:site manufacturing, high precision, structural durability, design flexibility and speed of erection.
* Proposal Development: Prepare compelling commercial proposals and presentations tailored to client needs, project specifications and industry requirements.
* Market Intelligence: Monitor trends in modern methods of construction (MMC), steel framing uptake, and competitor solution offerings; identify new markets and sectors for growth.
* Tender and Specification Input: Support internal technical teams with insight into client requirements and contribute to tender submissions and specification development.
* Cross:Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, estimating, design, supply and fabrication teams to ensure alignment between client expectations and delivery capability.
* Sales Targets: Meet and exceed agreed revenue targets and growth objectives year on year.
Experience and Skills
* Proven Sales Record: Minimum 3:5 years in BDM / sales / commercial roles in construction, MMC or engineered building systems (preferably steel framing or off:site).
* Technical Acumen: Strong knowledge of light gauge steel framing technology, structural steel products, and construction workflows.
* Business Development Mindset: Comfortable with cold calling, networking, and conversion of opportunities into profitable contracts.
* Client:Centric Approach: Excellent relationship and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build credibility at all levels.
* Commercial Awareness: Ability to understand contract frameworks, pricing strategies, risk profiles, and procurement cycles.
* Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of delivering engaging presentations to both technical and non:technical audiences.
* Self:Motivated: Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with multi:disciplinary teams.
* Mobility: Willingness to travel across project locations throughout the UK.
Desirable Qualifications
* Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business or related discipline (preferred)
* Experience selling within off:site manufacturing and structural steel markets
* Existing network within main contractors, developers, architects, engineers and housing associations.
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