Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager – Southern England

Location:

Reading (flexible across the South) Package: £65,000- £75,000 + £5,600 car allowance + Bonus

A leading engineering and industrial services provider is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to drive growth across Southern England. This is a senior, strategic role focused on expanding multi‑discipline maintenance, engineering and project services across key industrial sectors including Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Power, Process and Pharmaceutical.

We’re looking for someone who can win work with Tier 1 contractors, build long‑term client partnerships, and convert complex opportunities into profitable, sustainable revenue streams.

If you thrive in a fast‑paced, commercially driven environment and know how to open doors at senior level, this role offers the autonomy and influence to make a real impact.

What You’ll Be Doing

* Deliver innovative business development strategies aligned with regional and sector growth plans.

* Identify, qualify and secure new business across chosen industrial markets.

* Track and manage opportunities through the company CRM, ensuring accurate reporting and pipeline visibility.

* Maximise opportunities within existing accounts while opening profitable new markets.

* Support operational and commercial teams to ensure targets are met and customer value is maximised.

* Build strong relationships with Tier 1 contractors, industry partners and key decision‑makers.

* Develop new networking channels to generate high‑quality leads and strategic opportunities.

* Stay ahead of market trends, competitor activity and emerging technologies.

* Lead negotiations with new and prospective clients, securing commercially robust agreements.

* Ensure new contracts are deliverable, aligned with internal governance, and set up for long‑term success.

* Support bid and proposals teams with win themes, differentiators and key content.

* Maintain and grow long‑term partnerships, ensuring exceptional service and proactive engagement.

* Represent the client internally, ensuring delivery teams understand expectations and service levels.

* Champion a strong sales and customer‑centric culture across the business.

* Collaborate with operational leaders to develop and grow key accounts.

* Support the creation of regional BD plans and sector‑specific growth strategies.

What You’ll Bring

* Proven experience winning business for or with Tier 1 contractors in industrial, engineering or major project environments.

* Strong background in Business Development or Sales within Oil & Gas, Nuclear, Power, Process or Pharmaceutical sectors.

* Success selling multi‑discipline maintenance, engineering services, projects frameworks, construction or turnarounds.

* A strong network across Southern England’s industrial and engineering markets.

* Ability to manage complex opportunities, negotiate at senior level, and sell on value.

* Excellent communication skills — written proposals, presentations, and client engagement.

* Highly self‑motivated, organised, and able to manage competing priorities in a fast‑paced environment.

* Willingness to travel extensively across the South.

What You Can Expect

A role with genuine influence, clear commercial accountability, and the scope to shape growth across a key region. You’ll work with experienced operational teams, established clients, and a business committed to expanding its footprint across major industrial sectors.

If you’re driven, commercially sharp, and ready to lead strategic growth, we’d like to hear from you