Business Development Manager

  • Diamond Search Recruitment Ltd
  • Coventry, Warwickshire
  • 17/10/2025
Full time Information Technology Telecommunications Management

Job Description

Business Development Manager

Location: Midlands-Based

Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent

Salary: £55,000 to £85,000 (Depending on Experience) + Excellent Benefits

This is an incredible opportunity to join a leading company within the construction industry, renowned for delivering quality projects nationwide.

With an outstanding reputation for excellence, innovation, and a people-focused culture, this is an exciting opportunity to join a company that values and invests in its team.

We are now recruiting for a Business Development Manager to help expand operations and drive future growth.

This role reports directly to the Head of Business Development and is based in the Midlands.

Role Purpose:

The Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities, maintaining strong relationships with clients, and actively contributing to revenue growth. This client-facing role involves strategic planning, networking, and acting as a brand ambassador for the company.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Identify and secure new business opportunities (clients, markets, partnerships, services)
  • Diversify the company's project portfolio into new construction sectors
  • Organise and lead Business Development efforts for the Midlands office
  • Build and maintain strong client relationships, both new and existing
  • Plan and execute external communication strategies for tenders and opportunities
  • Attend industry events, conferences, and social functions to build networks
  • Create and present business development strategies and reports to senior leadership
  • Prepare quotations, proposals, and client presentations
  • Oversee pre-qualification and bid management processes
  • Ensure brand consistency across all client touchpoints
  • Collaborate with internal teams to ensure accurate company representation
  • Monitor and achieve sales forecasts and KPIs
  • Support and promote compliance with ISO & 45001 standards

Person Specification:

  • Proven experience as a Business Development Manager or similar role
  • Construction industry background strongly preferred
  • Excellent communication, networking, and relationship-building skills
  • Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and sales acumen
  • Confident presenter with strong negotiation skills
  • Highly organised with excellent time management abilities
  • Professional, motivated, and enthusiastic
  • Able to work independently and as part of a team
  • Approachable, with excellent interpersonal skills

Why Apply?

  • Join a respected and growing business with national reach
  • Competitive salary and outstanding benefits
  • Opportunity to shape the growth of a successful company
  • Work in a supportive, people-focused environment

If you're ready to take the next step in your career and thrive in a dynamic, forward-thinking company, we want to hear from you!

Apply today!