Business Development Manager

Role: Business Development Manager

Location: Hybrid Working (1 day a week in office)

Salary: £50,000-£60,000 base + uncapped commission

An established and leading provider of SaaS solutions for the construction and built environment sectors is seeking a Business Development Manager to join its UK sales team. The organisation develops market-leading technology solutions that support the construction and built environment sectors throughout the entire project lifecycle, from planning and design through to delivery and asset management.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven sales professional to join a successful software business with a strong market presence and ambitious growth plans.

The Role

This is a true new business role focused on generating opportunities with construction organisations that are not currently customers. You’ll be engaging with senior decision-makers across contractors, subcontractors and regional construction businesses, identifying challenges and introducing solutions that help them manage project risk, improve planning and deliver projects more effectively.

This role combines business development and consultative selling, making it ideal for someone who enjoys building long-term customer relationships while delivering against commercial targets.

Key Responsibilities:

• Building knowledge of the UK construction market and key industry trends
• Proactively generating new business opportunities through outbound prospecting.
• Adopt a consultative sales approach to understand customer challenges and recommend appropriate solutions.
• Manage the full sales cycle, from opportunity identification through to contract completion.
• Maintain accurate account plans, pipeline data, and sales forecasts using CRM systems.
• Collaborate with SDRs, Pre Sales, Customer Success, Professional Services, Product, and Marketing teams to support customer growth and retention.
• Achieve monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets.
• Provide market and customer feedback to support product development and go-to-market initiatives.
• Represent the business professionally at customer meetings, industry events, and networking opportunities.

About You:

• 2-5 years’ experience in software sales, account management, or business development.
• Experience selling into the construction sector preferred
• Proven ability to manage customer relationships and drive revenue growth.
• Strong commercial acumen with a consultative selling style.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable discussing technical software solutions with customers.
• Experience within construction technology, project management software, SaaS, or related industries would be advantageous.
• Experience using CRM platforms and sales methodologies is desirable.

Personal Attributes

• Self-motivated, proactive, and results-oriented.
• Strong relationship builder with a customer-first mindset.
• Collaborative team player who thrives in a fast-paced environment.
• Adaptable and eager to learn new technologies and industry trends.
• Committed to delivering excellence and contributing to a positive team culture.

What’s on Offer?

• Opportunity to join a well-established international software company.
• Hybrid working environment with flexibility.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Career development opportunities within a growing business.

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements