Commercial Development Manager

Commercial Development Manager This is a high-impact role for a commercially driven individual with extensive construction industry experience and contacts who wants to build a strong pipeline, win work and be directly rewarded for it. Future opportunity to become a director. You will take ownership of developing and securing new business across public sector and commercial projects, with a focus on decarbonisation, retrofit and construction. This is an opportunity to position yourself as a key player in a growing market, building relationships, opening doors and converting opportunities into secured work. The Opportunity * Take full ownership of your pipeline and sales strategy * Build and develop relationships with key decision-makers across local authorities, housing associations and public sector bodies * Identify opportunities early, ahead of formal tender processes * Win high-value contracts across construction, retrofit and engineering services * Work closely with internal teams to maximise bid success rates * Develop long-term client relationships to drive repeat business What You’ll Be Doing * Generating new business through networking, outreach and industry presence * Managing the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract award * Tracking pipeline performance, conversion rates and forecasts * Supporting and influencing bid submissions to improve win rates * Maintaining strong CRM discipline and reporting * Continuously building market knowledge and identifying new opportunities What We’re Looking For * Proven track record of winning business in construction, building services or low energy sectors * Strong network within public sector procurement and decision-makers * Commercially focused, target-driven and motivated by results * Confident managing multiple opportunities and driving deals forward * Strong communication and relationship-building skills What’s On Offer * Competitive base salary * Uncapped bonus / commission structure * Realistic 6-figure earning potential * 36 days holiday (including public holidays) * Up to 12% pension contribution * Hybrid working and flexible hours Additional benefits include private healthcare, EV scheme, cycle to work scheme and more. Why This Role This role suits someone who wants more than just a salary — someone who wants to build, win and be rewarded accordingly. You’ll have the autonomy to grow your pipeline, the backing to win work, and a structure that directly rewards performance. I