Business Development Manager - Construction, Property Services & Infrastructure Responsible for developing and growing a regional portfolio of business opportunities across construction, property services, infrastructure, facilities management and public sector markets. Lead the identification, development, retention, and expansion of client relationships, supporting sustainable business growth through strategic account management, opportunity development, bid support and stakeholder engagement. Work closely with operational, commercial, bid, finance, marketing, and delivery teams to secure profitable contracts, maintain key client relationships and strengthen market presence. Business Development & Growth Develop and maintain a qualified pipeline of opportunities aligned with business growth objectives. Identify and pursue new business opportunities across public and private sector markets. Support long-term growth strategies through proactive market engagement and opportunity identification. Develop and implement account growth plans to increase market share and contract value. Client & Account Management Develop multi-level client relationships across operational, commercial, procurement and asset management functions. Conduct regular account reviews and identify opportunities for service enhancement and expansion. Opportunity Development & Pre-Construction Lead opportunity capture activities from early engagement through to contract award. Work closely with operational and commercial teams to shape winning solutions. Support the development of project strategies, delivery methodologies, risk assessments and value propositions. Identify and prioritise opportunities based on strategic fit, probability of success and commercial return. Develop high-quality bid content, case studies, win themes and client-focused proposals. Support bid planning and submission activities to ensure compliance and quality. Commercial Management Support pricing strategies and commercial negotiations. Maintain awareness of contract mechanisms, performance measures, service level agreements and commercial risks. Assist in the development of commercially sustainable solutions. Market Intelligence & Reporting Maintain accurate records within CRM systems and business development databases. Monitor market trends, procurement pipelines, competitor activity, frameworks and policy developments. Produce regular reports on pipeline performance, risks, opportunities and business development activities. Identify emerging sectors and strategic growth opportunities. Work collaboratively across operational, commercial, finance, bid, marketing and support functions. Promote a customer-focused culture across the business. Support marketing initiatives, networking events, industry forums and client engagement activities. Proven experience in business development, account management, partnership development or client relationship management. Experience within construction, infrastructure, property services, facilities management, housing, utilities or related sectors. Strong commercial awareness and understanding of contract delivery models. Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel regionally. Experience within housing, repairs and maintenance, compliance, retrofit, decarbonisation, infrastructure or facilities management sectors. Familiarity with CRM systems such as Salesforce, HubSpot, Dynamics or equivalent. Understanding of social value, sustainability and Net Zero initiatives. Excellent business development and client relationship management skills. Commercially aware with an understanding of pricing, risk and contract performance. Strong presentation, networking and communication skills. Ability to develop strategic account plans and growth strategies. Proficient in Microsoft Office and CRM platforms. Collaborative team player with strong relationship-building skills. Committed to continuous improvement and business success. Opportunity to drive strategic growth within a dynamic and expanding business. Exposure to major clients, frameworks and long-term programmes. Professional development and career progression opportunities. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Competitive salary, bonus structure and benefits package.
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Construction Resources Limited. Recruitment Team
