Sales Manager

Adding Real Value in Recruitment Business Development Manager – Light Gauge Steel Framing (LGSF) Solutions

Location:

UK (nationwide client engagement and travel)

Industry: Off‑site construction / light gauge steel framing / structural solutions

Salary – Circa GBP
77k + Bonus + car

We are seeking an experienced and commercially driven Business Development Manager to lead growth for a range of modern construction steel framing products, with an emphasis on light gauge steel framing (LGSF) and pre‑panelised structural solutions. This role will focus on building new client relationships, driving specification and sales of engineered steel framing systems, and establishing long‑term partnerships across housing, commercial, hospitality, education and industrial sectors.

The successful candidate will be a consultative sales professional with a strong understanding of construction technology, off‑site manufacturing benefits, and the competitive advantages of LGSF systems.

• Drive New Business Opportunities:
  Identify and qualify new leads, from developers and main contractors to design partners and off‑site specialists.
• Client Relationship Management:
  Build and nurture long‑term commercial relationships; act as the trusted point of contact for clients during pre‑sales, specification and contract stages.
• Technical & Commercial Support:
  Understand and communicate the advantages of light gauge steel framing solutions – such as rapid off‑site manufacturing, high precision, structural durability, design flexibility and speed of erection.
• Proposal Development:
  Prepare compelling commercial proposals and presentations tailored to client needs, project specifications and industry requirements.
• Market Intelligence:
  Monitor trends in modern methods of construction (MMC), steel framing uptake, and competitor solution offerings; identify new markets and sectors for growth.
• Tender and Specification Input:
  Support internal technical teams with insight into client requirements and contribute to tender submissions and specification development.
• Cross‑Functional
  
  Collaboration:
  
  Work closely with engineering, estimating, design, supply and fabrication teams to ensure alignment between client expectations and delivery capability.
• Sales Targets:
  Meet and exceed agreed revenue targets and growth objectives year on year.

• Proven Sales Record:
  Minimum 3‑5 years in BDM / sales / commercial roles in construction, MMC or engineered building systems (preferably steel framing or off‑site).
• Technical Acumen:
  Strong knowledge of light gauge steel framing technology, structural steel products, and construction workflows.
• Business Development Mindset:
  Comfortable with cold calling, networking, and conversion of opportunities into profitable contracts.
• Client‑Centric Approach:
  Excellent relationship and stakeholder management skills with the ability to build credibility at all levels.
• Commercial Awareness:
  Ability to understand contract frameworks, pricing strategies, risk profiles, and procurement cycles.
• Communication
  
  Skills:
  
  Excellent written and verbal communication; capable of delivering engaging presentations to both technical and non‑technical audiences.
• Self‑Motivated:
  Able to work independently while collaborating effectively with multi‑disciplinary teams.
• Mobility:
  Willingness to travel across project locations throughout the UK.

• Degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business or related discipline (preferred).
• Experience selling within off‑site manufacturing and structural steel markets.
• Existing network within main contractors, developers, architects, engineers and housing associations.

ARV Solutions Contracts Ltd, 1 Buckingham Court, Beaufort Park, Woodlands, Bradley Stoke, Bristol, BS32 4NF

VAT Registration: # | Company No: 7628423

Phone:
Email: infoarvsolutions