Business Development Manager - Groundworks / New Build Housing

Merseyside | £60,000 + Package + OTE Bonus | Permanent | Full-time

Your new company

Our client is a well-established civil engineering and construction contractor operating across Merseyside and the North West. With a strong reputation for delivering infrastructure, groundworks, and new build housing schemes, they support projects for major regional and national developers. Known for their hands-on leadership, modern plant fleet, and commitment to quality and safety, this company continues to grow its footprint in both public and private sector developments.

Your new role

Our client is seeking an experienced and connected Business Development Manager to drive strategic growth across their groundworks and residential construction portfolio. You will play a key role in identifying new opportunities, strengthening existing relationships, and securing long-term partnerships with housebuilders and principal contractors throughout the North West and beyond.

Responsibilities will include:

Identifying and developing new business opportunities within the groundworks and new build housing markets.

Managing and expanding relationships with national and regional housebuilders, local authorities, and main contractors.

Working closely with pre-construction and estimating teams to support tenders and presentations.

Maintaining a strong pipeline of qualified leads, coordinating meetings, site visits, and technical consultations.

Attending industry networking events, trade shows, and regional construction forums.

Monitoring market trends, competitor activity, and framework opportunities.

Supporting brand awareness and representing the business in a professional, solutions-focused manner.

Delivering strategic input into business plans and reporting regularly to senior leadership on KPIs and ROI.

What you will need to succeed:

Proven track record in a similar Business Development role within the construction or civil engineering sector.

Strong understanding of groundworks and residential new build projects.

A well-established network of national and regional housebuilders.

Commercially astute with the ability to communicate technical detail confidently.

Excellent interpersonal, presentation, and negotiation skills.

Self-motivated, target-driven, and capable of working autonomously.

Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel across the North West and surrounding areas.

What you get in return:

Basic salary of £60,000 per annum

Attractive bonus scheme based on performance and sales targets

Comprehensive company benefits package

Supportive, down-to-earth leadership team

Long-term career progression with a growing regional contractor

The opportunity to shape and grow the business development function in a respected and agile business

Ready to take the next step in your business development career?
Apply today to be considered for this opportunity or get in touch for a confidential discussion.

Apply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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