Sales Manager – M&E Building Services

Sales Manager – M&E Building Services (Leadership + Business Development) * West London * Salary based on experience This is not a “sit behind a desk” sales role. This is about leading from the front, building relationships, and driving real revenue within a well-established M&E contractor. We’re working with a respected, building services contractor delivering mechanical, electrical, and public health projects across London and the South East. With a strong reputation across refurbishment, maintenance, and infrastructure upgrades, they operate as both a principal contractor and specialist M&E provider. They are now looking for a high-calibre Sales Manager to take ownership of business development, lead a small team, and help shape the next phase of growth. The Role You’ll be responsible for driving new business while overseeing and supporting the existing team. This includes: * Leading business development across M&E projects (refurbishment, fit-out, maintenance, upgrades) * Building and maintaining relationships with main contractors, consultants, and key clients * Leveraging your subcontractor network and market knowledge to win work * Supporting and developing the internal team in the Perivale office * Working closely with senior leadership to identify opportunities and growth strategy What They’re Looking For * Proven Sales / Business Development leadership within M&E building services * Strong understanding of both: * Subcontractor market * Principal contractor environment * Established network across London / South East construction market * Commercially sharp – understands how projects are won, priced, and delivered * Able to lead a team, not just operate individually They’re ideally looking for someone in the mould of a senior, well-connected industry operator (not entry-level, not purely internal sales). Why Join? * Established contractor with 30+ years’ reputation in the market * Strong pipeline across refurb, maintenance, and infrastructure upgrades * Genuine autonomy to shape and grow a division * Direct access to leadership – not lost in a corporate structure * Opportunity to build something long-term, not just “hit targets” Package * Six-figure salary + bonus (flexible for the right person) * Long-term opportunity with real influence The Bottom Line If you’re already operating at senior level in the M&E space and want a role where you can genuinely drive growth, lead a team, and make your mark, this is worth a conversation