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

About the Business

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

The Role - Business Development Manager

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.

Key Responsibilities

* 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

The Right Person

* Minimum 5 years' proven experience as a Business Development Manager in the construction industry

* Experience within 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