Business Development Manager – required in Essex

Overview

In this role you will drive new business for a mid-sized Essex contractor with a solid track record across commercial, education, healthcare and public sectors. You will identify tender opportunities, build relationships with clients and stakeholders, and collaborate with pre-construction and estimating teams to secure work in London and surrounding areas. This is a hands-on BD role with travel to London, aimed at growing tender wins through proactive outreach and network development. You will work in a growth-focused, supportive environment that values initiative and cross-functional collaboration. Join a reputable contractor and make a measurable impact on new business growth.

Pay / Benefits

• Commission structure based on performance
• Company car or travel allowance
• Opportunities for progression
• Competitive salary based on experience
• Supportive, team-oriented culture

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue tender opportunities, especially in London
• Conduct BD visits and meetings with prospective clients
• Make outbound cold and warm calls to build relationships
• Follow up on leads, referrals, and contacts to generate opportunities
• Research frameworks and procurement routes
• Develop relationships with developers, consultants, and stakeholders
• Coordinate with pre-construction and estimating teams on tender opportunities

Key requirements

• Proven background in business development within construction
• Strong understanding of tendering process in public and private sectors
• Comfortable with outbound calling and face-to-face BD
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive, self-motivated, and target-driven
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel to London

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Proactive and self-motivated
• Target-driven
• Tendering process knowledge
• Awareness of procurement routes and frameworks
• Stakeholder relationship management

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