Business Development Manager

Are you an experienced Business Development Manager with deep knowledge of the façade sector and a proven ability to influence specification decisions? This is an opportunity to join a leading façade contractor delivering complex, design-led cladding packages across major UK construction projects.

The Company:

Our client is a highly respected façade specialist, known for delivering bespoke cladding systems on some of the UK’s most iconic buildings. Combining in-house design, engineering, and project delivery, they work directly with architects, developers, and main contractors to provide high-performance, aesthetically striking building envelopes. As they continue to grow their presence across the UK, they are seeking a Business Development Manager to lead the early-stage sales and project acquisition process.

Responsibilities:

• As a Business Development Manager, you will identify and develop new project opportunities within the UK façade and cladding market.
• Build strong, long-term relationships with architects, façade consultants, developers, and Tier 1 contractors.
• Influence specifications through a consultative, design-led approach.
• Promote the company’s technical capabilities and end-to-end project delivery expertise.
• Support the bid process by feeding project intelligence to internal pre-construction teams.
• Attend meetings, deliver CPDs, and present to decision-makers at all stages of the project lifecycle.
• Maintain a pipeline of opportunities and report on key project activity using CRM systems.
• Stay informed of market activity, design trends, and competitor movements.

Requirements:

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a Business Development Manager role dealing in the façade or advanced cladding systems market.
• Strong track record in developing relationships and influencing specification decisions.
• Experience working with architects, consultants, and main contractors on large-scale projects.
• Technically confident and commercially astute.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
• Self-motivated, structured, and results-oriented.
• Full UK driving licence.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary with performance-based bonuses.
• Company Credit Card for all expenses.
• Pension scheme.
• Career progression opportunities within a growing business working on flagship UK projects.

This is an ideal opportunity for a Business Development Manager who understands the façade industry’s technical and commercial drivers and enjoys being involved at the front end of major projects. If you’re looking to represent a premium contractor in a strategic, specification-influencing role—apply now.