Business Development Manager (Construction)

Role: Business Development Manager – Fit-Out/Construction Location: Leeds (Nationwide) Salary: £80,000/£100,000 + Package/bonuses Business Development Manager required for a fit-out specialist based in Leeds/West Yorkshire. This role involves identifying new clients, building relationships with key stakeholders, and securing new contracts for fit-out projects throughout the UK. Key Responsibilities: * New Business Generation: Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, including potential clients, projects, and new markets. * Client Relationship Management: Building and maintaining strong relationships with existing and potential clients, architects, designers, and other stakeholders. * Sales and Marketing Strategy: Developing and implementing sales and marketing strategies to drive business growth, including target lists and networking events. * Tendering and Bidding: Leading and managing the tendering process, ensuring bids are competitive and accurate, and securing contracts. * Market Research: Monitoring market trends, competitor activity, and identifying opportunities within the fit-out sector. Skills and Qualifications: * Experience: Experience in the fit-out industry, construction industry, or a related field is often required. * Sales and Business Development: Strong sales skills, experience in building relationships, and a proven ability to generate new business. * Industry Knowledge: Understanding of the fit-out market, including key players, trends, and challenges. * Communication and Interpersonal Skills: Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills for building and maintaining client relationships. * Strategic Thinking: Ability to develop and implement business development strategies to achieve growth objectives. * Organizational and Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines effectively. * Proficiency in relevant software: CRM systems, Microsoft Office Suite, etc. In summary, a Business Development Manager in the fit-out sector is a key player in driving business growth by identifying and securing new opportunities, building client relationships, and ensuring successful project delivery. Please get in touch with Ryan Hayes @ Orchard Recruitment for further details