Internal Business Development Manager
Salary: £30,(Apply online only) – £35,(Apply online only) per annum
Location: Alton, Hampshire
⏰ Hours: Monday to Friday, 7:30am – 5:00pm
Interviewing: Immediately
(Experience within construction, engineering, form-work, or temporary works sectors is desirable.)
About Us
Conquip Engineering Group is a leading UK manufacturer and supplier of innovative construction equipment and engineered solutions. Our products support major construction and infrastructure projects across the UK and internationally. We pride ourselves on delivering practical solutions that improve efficiency and safety on site, while maintaining strong relationships with contractors, engineers, and project teams throughout the construction industry. At Conquip, we operate in a fast-paced and collaborative environment where initiative, accountability, and teamwork are essential to our success.
Our culture is built around five core values:
Earn Trust
Take Ownership of Outcomes
Execution Matters
Be a Winner – Win as a Team
Relentlessly Positive
The Role
We are looking for a confident and driven Internal Business Development Manager to support our external sales team by generating new opportunities and strengthening relationships with key clients. This role focuses on identifying new contacts within existing accounts, researching new companies and projects, and arranging meetings for our Area Sales Managers (ASM). Confidence, persistence, and strong communication skills are essential. You will play a key role in expanding Conquip’s presence across relevant construction projects, helping ensure our solutions are considered early in project planning.
Key Responsibilities
Business Development & Appointment Setting
Identify and research new contacts within existing client organisations using tools such as LinkedIn and Lusha.
Contact prospective clients and arrange meetings for the Area Sales Managers (ASM).
Engage with previously untapped contacts within key contractor organisations.
Focus outreach on high-value opportunities within priority contractor networks.
Project Tracking & Market Research
Track upcoming projects, planning applications, and construction developments.
Identify opportunities where Conquip products or solutions may be relevant.
Pass project intelligence to Regional Sales Managers (RSM) and ASMs when contracts are awarded to main contractors.
CRM & Data Management
Maintain accurate records by adding new contacts and company details to the CRM system.
Keep client and project information up to date to support sales activity.
Prospect Identification
Research new companies and potential customers within relevant sectors.
Conduct initial credit checks where required and share findings with ASM/RSM during monthly sales meetings.
Marketing Collaboration
Support marketing outreach campaigns by assisting with contact research and targeted prospect engagement.
Skills & Experience Required
Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
Excellent telephone manner, with a polite, persistent, and tenacious approach
Good planning and organisational ability
Methodical and accurate approach to research and data entry
Ability to communicate professionally with contacts at all levels, from site personnel to senior directors and CEOs
Personal Qualities
Confident communicator with a proactive approach to outreach
Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a fast-paced environment
Strong attention to detail and organisational discipline
Positive, solutions-focused attitude with a “can-do” mindset
Ability to represent Conquip professionally across the construction industry
Alignment with Conquip’s core values and team culture
Why Join Conquip?
Joining Conquip means becoming part of a growing and ambitious engineering business where your work directly contributes to developing new client relationships and supporting major construction projects. You will work alongside an experienced sales and marketing team, gaining exposure to the wider construction market while helping drive new business opportunities across the UK.
To be considered for this opportunity, please apply directly via this advert or reach out to our Head of Recruitment for further information,
Team Conquip