Business Development Manager

Overview

In this role you drive sustainable growth for Tilbury Douglas’ Building business in the South East. You’ll develop strategic client relationships and secure new opportunities across public and private sectors. You work closely with senior leadership, pre-construction and operations to expand the regional client base and shape market strategy. You’ll be active in networking and industry forums to raise the company’s profile. This position offers a tangible impact on growth, collaboration across teams, and a clear path to contributing to the business direction.

Pay / Benefits

• car allowance
• 26 days annual leave
• private medical insurance
• life assurance and pension
• volunteering days
• flexible and agile working

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities across public and private sectors to hit regional growth targets
• Build and maintain relationships with clients, consultants, framework partners, and stakeholders as a trusted ambassador
• Develop and manage a robust sales pipeline with cross-functional support for smooth opportunity-to-delivery transitions
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments to inform strategy
• Represent the company at networking events and client meetings to enhance profile and reputation

Key requirements

• Proven track record in business development within construction or related industries with success in winning work
• Strong knowledge of the UK construction market, procurement routes and key frameworks
• Excellent communication, negotiation and presentation skills with ability to influence stakeholders
• Strong commercial awareness, organisational skills and experience using CRM systems such as Salesforce
• Proactive, collaborative approach and ability to work across multiple teams

• communication
• negotiation
• presentation
• relationship-building
• influencing
• Salesforce CRM

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