Business Development Manager - Construction / Affordable Housing

Business Development Manager - Construction - Affordable Housing/Local Authorities/Fire Safety Contacts - Essex/London. The Company My client are part of an established construction group. They offer a turnkey service, managing projects from design optimisation through to installation, ensuring fire safety compliance and exceptional craftsmanship. The group place a very strong emphasis on individuals development within the company, which has led to a low staff turnover. HQ based in Essex, with a satellite office in London. Business Development Manager - Affordable Housing/Local Authorities/Fire Safety/ Housing Associations contacts Due to continued growth, my client are looking for a strategic Business Development Manager, to help the growing construction business unlock and expand its presence within the public sector/affordable housing (e.g. securing works for recladding/remediation) This role is ideal for someone with an established network across local authorities, housing associations and wider decision makers. * Previous experience in a Business Development Manager role, within the construction industry. * Strong experience working with local authorities and housing associations, with a well-developed "black book of contacts" * Excellent relationship builder and networker. * Background in construction, building services, remediation, fire safety, façades, or related technical environments is desirable. * Consultative approach, understanding how to sell project-led solutions and build long-term trust * Someone who can bring structure around BD planning, KPIs, pipeline discipline, and market strategy. Hybrid Working Pattern * Monday – Essex (BD catch-ups, internal meetings, afternoon brainstorming sessions) * Tuesday–Thursday – London (client meetings & on-the-ground BD activity) * Friday – Flexible (London / Essex / home depending on meetings) This is an excellent opportunity to join a well-established group, with a track record of staff retention. Business Development Manager - Construction - Social Housing/Local Authorities/Fire Safety - Essex/London