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Atkins Search · Ripley, Derbyshire
Business Development Manager at Atkins Search, based in Ripley, Derbyshire, paying £60,000 - £65,000 per annum. This is a contract role.
About 20% above the going rate for business development
Reference f816b09bd64f449489231620262fcd8a0c8de87e
Overview
Are you a driven and ambitious Business Development Manager looking for the opportunity to build, shape and grow a business unit with genuine autonomy?
We are recruiting a Business Development Manager to join a growing and highly respected construction business operating across the Civil Engineering, Infrastructure and Construction sectors. This is a newly created role offering an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneurial individual to make a significant impact within an established and financially secure organisation.
Working closely with a highly experienced and well-respected Commercial Director, you will play a key role in identifying opportunities, developing client relationships, securing new business, and helping shape the future growth strategy of the business.
This is an opportunity for someone who wants more than just another sales role. You'll be given the freedom, support and backing to make the position your own and leave a lasting mark on the business.
Client
Our client is a specialist construction contractor delivering high-quality projects across Industrial and Civils sector throughout the UK.
As part of a larger group with a turnover exceeding £350 million, they benefit from the financial strength, resources and reputation of an established organisation while retaining the agility and entrepreneurial culture of a growing business unit.
The company has built an excellent reputation for quality, collaboration and customer service and is entering an exciting period of growth, creating a genuine opportunity for a commercially minded Business Development professional to play a key role in its future success.
Role
As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for developing and implementing strategies to generate new business opportunities, strengthen existing client relationships and enhance the company's market presence.
You will work collaboratively with the Commercial Director and wider leadership team to identify target clients, secure future projects and help shape the business development strategy moving forward.
This is a highly visible role that will provide significant influence across the business and offers excellent long-term progression opportunities.
Responsibilities
As a Business Development Manager, your responsibilities will include:
Identifying and securing new business opportunities across target sectors and geographical regions
Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants, contractors and key industry stakeholders
Developing and implementing business development strategies aligned with company growth objectives
Managing and developing a robust pipeline of opportunities
Leading client engagement activities, networking events and industry meetings
Identifying framework opportunities and supporting framework submissions
Collaborating with operational, commercial and estimating teams to support bid and tender opportunities
Undertaking market analysis to identify emerging opportunities and industry trends
Supporting the preparation of presentations, proposals and client submissions
Acting as a key ambassador for the business within the construction industry
Providing regular reporting on pipeline activity, business development performance and opportunity forecasting
Working with senior leadership teams to develop strategic growth plans
Enhancing brand awareness and market visibility across target sectors
Person
To be successful in this Business Development Manager role, you will be a self-motivated, commercially astute and relationship-focused professional with a passion for driving business growth.
Previous experience as a Business Development Manager, Account Manager, Client Relationship Manager or similar role within the construction, civil engineering or infrastructure sectors is ideal however not essential
Proven ability to generate and secure new business opportunities
Strong network of industry contacts and an ability to develop long-term client relationships
Excellent communication, presentation and negotiation skills
Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to work autonomously
Strong commercial awareness and understanding of the construction sector
Ability to identify opportunities and convert relationships into business growth
Experience supporting tender and bid processes would be advantageous
Highly organised with strong planning and pipeline management skills
Proactive, motivated and results-driven approach
Full UK Driving Licence
Remuneration
This is a unique opportunity to join a growing business at an exciting stage of its development.
As Business Development Manager, you will be given the autonomy, support and resources to shape the role, influence business strategy and play a significant part in the future growth of the organisation.
Working alongside an experienced Commercial Director and backed by the strength of a £350m turnover group, this opportunity offers genuine long-term career progression and development potential.
Package Includes:
Competitive Salary (dependent on experience)
Company Car or Car Allowance
Performance Related Bonus
Company Pension Scheme
Private Healthcare
Life Assurance
Generous Annual Leave Entitlement
Ongoing Training and Development
Genuine Career Progression Opportunities
Flexible Working Arrangements
Employee Wellbeing Support
Apply Now: Business Development Manager | Construction & Infrastructure
This is your opportunity to join a growing business where your ideas, drive and ambition will be genuinely valued.
If you are looking for the chance to take ownership, influence strategy and help shape the future direction of a successful construction business, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and if your application is successful, we'll contact you within 48 hours with full details about this exciting opportunity.
Business Development Manager
Overview
Are you a driven and ambitious Business Development Manager looking for the opportunity to build, shape and grow a business unit with genuine autonomy?
We are recruiting a Business Development Manager to join a growing and highly respected construction business operating across the Civil Engineering, Infrastructure and Construction sectors. This is a newly created role offering an exceptional opportunity for an entrepreneurial individual to make a significant impact within an established and financially secure organisation.
Working closely with a highly experienced and well-respected Commercial Director, you will play a key role in identifying opportunities, developing client relationships, securing new business, and helping shape the future growth strategy of the business.
This is an opportunity for someone who wants more than just another sales role. You'll be given the freedom, support and backing to make the position your own and leave a lasting mark on the business.
Client
Our client is a specialist construction contractor delivering high-quality projects across Industrial and Civils sector throughout the UK.
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