Business Development Manager

Engineering Services UK Ltd; Warrington; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm based in Warrington is seeking a Business Development professional to identify opportunities and implement strategies for growth in the electrical construction sector. This role involves building strong client relationships, delivering presentations, and collaborating with the Business Development team. The ideal candidate has a relevant degree, strong commercial and technical knowledge, and previous experience in a senior business development position. Strong organizational skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office are also essential.

Qualifications

• Must have a relevant degree in Construction, Engineering or suitable experience in Electrical Construction.
• Previous Business Development experience at a senior level is required.
• Strong knowledge of the UK Construction industry.

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities and assess all business opportunities.
• Develop and implement business development strategies.
• Build new business relationships with clients.

Skills

Organisational skills

Commercial awareness

Technical knowledge

Team leadership

Education

Relevant degree in Construction, Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Word

Job description

This Warrington-based role focuses on finding new opportunities, building strong client relationships, and helping push the company’s growth in the engineering sector. You’ll represent us at events, deliver presentations, support the tender process, visit project sites, and work closely with the rest of the Business Development team to keep everything in line with the company’s goals. The ideal person has experience in the electrical or wider construction industry, a good understanding of the UK market, and a mix of commercial and technical know-how. Strong organisational skills, the ability to work confidently with others, and a relevant degree (or solid industry experience) are key, along with being comfortable using Microsoft Office.

Location – Warrington, UK

Salary: Negotiable

Responsibilities

• Identify opportunities/markets and assess all opportunities for the business
• Contribute to and implement business development strategies in line with key business goals
• Develop new business relationships with potential clients and maintain high-level contacts with current customers and project partners
• Ensure all risks are assessed with potential business opportunities
• Know, understand and represent the business in all interactions
• Represent the company at events/functions
• Deliver presentations to prospective clients on behalf of the Company
• Prepare Monthly Business Development progress reports for the Directors
• Visit project sites to meet with clients and report on performances
• Sign off on prequalifications and attend post-tender interviews if required
• Work with the marketing team to ensure all marketing material is representative of business goals and values
• Collate and share marketing intelligence
• Involvement during the tender process from receipt of ITT to delivery and presentation of the proposal to clients

Qualifications & Requirements

• Must have a relevant degree in Construction, Engineering or have suitable experience within the Electrical Construction industry
• Experienced in working for an Electrical Contractor is beneficial
• Previous Business Development experience at a senior level
• Strong commercial and technical background
• Have a strong knowledge of the UK Construction industry
• Possess excellent organisational skills and the ability to lead a team in a dynamic environment
• Computer Applications such as Microsoft Excel and Word