About the role

We are currently looking for a Business Development Manager to join a construction company based in Gateshead.

This is a full-time role with a salary of £50,000 - £60,000 DOE, plus a company car or car allowance and performance-based bonuses.

Within this Business Development Manager role, you will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, building strong client relationships, and driving revenue growth. You will play a key role in expanding market presence and ensuring long-term success in a competitive industry.

What’s in it for you

• £50,000 - £60,000 DOE + performance-based bonuses

• Company car or car allowance

• 25 days holiday plus bank holidays

• Career growth and professional development opportunities

• Pension scheme and additional company benefits

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the construction sector

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, stakeholders, and industry professionals

• Develop strategic plans to achieve sales targets and business objectives

• Conduct market research to identify trends, competitor activities, and emerging opportunities

• Lead negotiations, proposals, and contract discussions with potential clients

• Collaborate with internal teams, including project managers and estimators, to ensure client needs are met

• Represent the company at industry events, networking opportunities, and trade shows

• Provide regular reports on business development activities and progress

Requirements

• Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management within the construction sector

• Strong industry knowledge and a well-established network of contacts

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills

• Ability to identify and capitalise on new business opportunities

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Self-motivated, results-driven, and capable of working independently

If you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ and a member of our team will be in touch.

NRG is an equal opportunities employer committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace. We oppose all forms of unlawful or unfair discrimination on the grounds of any protected characteristic. Our aim is to create an environment that encourages diversity, builds on individual differences, and responds equitably to the needs of all. We proactively take steps to fulfil our legal obligations, remove barriers, monitor for fairness, reflect the communities we serve, and enforce a zero-tolerance policy for breaches of our Equality and Diversity policy.