Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager – Luton‑based Contractor

• Salary: £50,000–£60,000 + Commission (structure to be agreed)
• Location & Travel:
  Site / Hybrid / Nationwide (London to Derby & beyond)
• Car or car allowance
• Hybrid working arrangement
• 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
• Supportive leadership team committed to growth and progression
• Collaborative, close‑knit working environment
• Exposure to major civil engineering and M&E projects across rail, airports, and energy sectors
• Flexible working culture — not a clock‑watching environment

A specialist Civil Engineering and M&E Contractor delivering complex infrastructure projects across the rail, airport, and energy sectors. The company’s work includes:

• Power and electrical installations
• Route works and cable installations
• Civil engineering and infrastructure upgrades
• Engineering solutions focused on safety, sustainability, and operational performance

This role offers the opportunity to shape the company’s future pipeline and play a key part in strategic growth.

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for driving new business opportunities, expanding client relationships, and supporting the company’s growth across civil engineering and M&E projects. The role requires a proactive, commercially minded individual with a strong network and proven track record in the construction industry.

• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities across rail, airports, energy, and wider infrastructure sectors
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and key stakeholders
• Lead tendering and bid activity in collaboration with internal teams
• Attend client meetings, industry events, and site visits to promote the company’s capabilities
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and emerging opportunities
• Work closely with Project Managers, Commercial, Operations, and Engineering teams to align business development strategy with delivery capability
• Prepare proposals, presentations, and commercial documentation
• Contribute to long‑term business planning and revenue forecasting
• Represent the company professionally and consistently across all interactions

• Minimum 5 years’ proven experience as a Business Development Manager in the construction industry
• Experience with in the energy sector or commercial construction is highly desirable
• Demonstrable track record of winning work and growing accounts
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills
• Ability to work autonomously and manage a varied workload
• Strategic thinker with a proactive, solutions‑focused approach
• Willingness to travel nationwide as required
• Able to commute to head office in Luton as and when required for meetings

To apply, please contact Sally Whittingham or submit your application online.