Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager (239886) Colchester, England Salary: GBP35000 - GBP45000 per annum Location: Colchester About Us Our client is a multidisciplinary property and construction consultancy providing expert services across Planning Consultancy, Architectural Design, Building Regulations, and Cladding Remediation. Our team supports a diverse client base including homeowners, developers, builders, businesses, landlords, public sector organisations, and land & estate agents. As we continue to grow, we are seeking an ambitious and commercially driven Business Development Manager to help expand our client base, strengthen industry relationships, and identify new growth opportunities. The Role The Business Development Manager will play a key role in driving business growth across our consultancy services. You will identify and develop new business opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and promote our expertise within the property, construction, and development sectors. This is an exciting opportunity for a motivated professional who understands the built environment industry and enjoys creating lasting client relationships. Key Responsibilities Identify and secure new business opportunities across residential, commercial, and public sector markets. Develop relationships with property developers, builders, architects, estate agents, landlords, local authorities, and commercial clients. Generate leads through networking, industry events, referrals, and targeted outreach. Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting through to proposal submission and contract negotiation. Collaborate with technical teams to develop tailored service proposals and solutions. Maintain and grow relationships with existing clients to maximise repeat business opportunities. Monitor market trends, planning policy changes, and industry developments to identify emerging opportunities. Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, networking functions, and stakeholder meetings. Prepare regular business development reports, forecasts, and pipeline updates for senior management. Contribute to marketing campaigns and strategic growth initiatives. About You The ideal candidate will have: Proven experience in business development, sales, account management, or client relationship management. Experience within planning consultancy, architecture, construction, engineering, property, real estate, or related sectors is highly desirable. Strong networking and relationship-building skills. Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities. Commercial awareness and the ability to identify growth opportunities. A proactive and results-driven approach. Experience using CRM systems and managing sales pipelines. Full UK driving licence (preferred). What We Offer Competitive salary with performance-related bonus. Clear career progression opportunities within a growing consultancy. Flexible and hybrid working arrangements. Ongoing professional development and training. Opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients and projects. Supportive and collaborative team environment. Why Join Us? This is an opportunity to become part of a growing consultancy that is helping shape residential, commercial, and community developments across the UK. You'll have the chance to build meaningful industry relationships, influence business growth, and contribute to projects that make a lasting impact on the built environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr