Business Development Manager
Preston
£50000 - £55000/annum
Posted 3 days ago
About the role
Business Development Manager
FM / Electrical / HVAC / Fire & Security
I’m currently working with a growing business within the Building Services and Facilities Management sector that is looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager.
This position will focus heavily on new business generation, targeting service, maintenance and installation opportunities across commercial and public sector clients.
The successful candidate will be responsible for building their own pipeline, developing long-term client relationships, and identifying opportunities across sectors including commercial property, FM, healthcare, education and industrial environments.
This role would suit someone who enjoys the full sales process — from prospecting and opening doors through to securing long-term contracts and growing accounts.
Key Responsibilities
* Generate new business through proactive sales activity and networking
* Identify opportunities for maintenance contracts and project work
* Build and manage a strong sales pipeline
* Arrange meetings with key decision-makers across target sectors
* Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact through to close
* Produce proposals, quotations and tender submissions
* Work closely with operational and estimating teams to deliver solutions
* Attend industry events and develop market presence
* Maintain accurate CRM records and sales forecasts
Candidate Requirements
* Previous Business Development experience within FM, Electrical, HVAC, Fire & Security or Building Services
* Proven track record of winning new business
* Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
* Confident developing relationships with new clients
* Self-motivated and target-driven
* Excellent communication and organisational skills
* Existing industry contacts would be beneficial
* Full UK driving licence required
Package
* Competitive basic salary
* Uncapped commission structure
* Car allowance or company vehicle
* Clear progression opportunities
* Supportive and collaborative team environment
About this listing
Screened by Joboru
This role passed our automated spam and quality filters and was active in our feed when last checked. Joboru is an aggregator — here is how we screen listings. If anything looks off, tell us.
Similar jobs you may like
Sales Manager
1 day agoOwen Daniels
Recruitment Consultant
1 day agoOrion Internal
Recruitment Consultant
1 day agoCMR Jobs Limited
CRM Officer
1 day agoMorgan Law
Senior Programme & Bid Manager
1 day agoRise Technical Recruitment Limited
Technical Sales Engineer (Weighing / Calibration Equipment)
1 day agoRise Technical Recruitment Limited
Sales Engineer
1 day agoHartland Recruitment & Advertising Limited
Sales Engineer (Fuel Tanks / Pipefitting)
1 day agoErnest Gordon Recruitment Limited
UK Sales Manager - Offshore & Onshore PPE & Workwear
1 day agoMatchtech