Are you an ambitious, sales professional who is looking to take the next step in your career? Approach Personnel are proud to be partnered with an industry-leading new build housing developer, who are currently on the look out for a Trainee Sales Manager to join the business on a permanent basis, out of their office in Leeds. As a Trainee Sales Manager, you will be trained by one of our current Sales Manager to oversee sales operations across multiple new build developments throughout Yorkshire. What's in it for you? Competitive basic salary of up to 35,000 Generous car allowance Bi-annual bonus potential Progression through the business What are we looking for? Prior experience as a Sales Executive either within new build housing or a similar industry Valid UK's driving license Bubbly and personable character looking to progress in thier career Strong attention to detail and very organsied. Key Responsibilities: Supporting the Sales Manager in the day-to-day running of a sales office and show homes. Promoting homes, plots, and incentives to achieve sales targets. Maintaining accurate sales records and reports. Ensuring show homes and sales areas are presented to a high standard. Managing the sales progression process from reservation to legal completion. IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE YOU, WHY NOT APPLY NOW!
16/01/2026
Full time
Are you an ambitious, sales professional who is looking to take the next step in your career? Approach Personnel are proud to be partnered with an industry-leading new build housing developer, who are currently on the look out for a Trainee Sales Manager to join the business on a permanent basis, out of their office in Leeds. As a Trainee Sales Manager, you will be trained by one of our current Sales Manager to oversee sales operations across multiple new build developments throughout Yorkshire. What's in it for you? Competitive basic salary of up to 35,000 Generous car allowance Bi-annual bonus potential Progression through the business What are we looking for? Prior experience as a Sales Executive either within new build housing or a similar industry Valid UK's driving license Bubbly and personable character looking to progress in thier career Strong attention to detail and very organsied. Key Responsibilities: Supporting the Sales Manager in the day-to-day running of a sales office and show homes. Promoting homes, plots, and incentives to achieve sales targets. Maintaining accurate sales records and reports. Ensuring show homes and sales areas are presented to a high standard. Managing the sales progression process from reservation to legal completion. IF THIS SOUNDS LIKE YOU, WHY NOT APPLY NOW!
Showroom Manager / Home Improvements / Aluminium Windows, Doors, Roof Lights & Home Improvements. Product Knowledge: Aluminium Windows, Doors, Roof Lights & Home Improvements Location: Northampton Route to Market: R etail sales to the architectural residential market via the public, architects & housing developers. Salary / Package: £40k - £45k basic salary (DOE) + Bonus OTE £60,000 - £70,000 + Pension. The Company: A successful Aluminium windows, doors, roof light and home improvements manufacturer and installer supplying the residential housing market throughout the Midlands / East Anglia & the South East. The company is launching a new showroom in Northampton and requires a motivated Showroom Manager to undertake operations of the showroom and support the team. Responsibilities: Lead and drive a sales team to sell Aluminium Windows, Bi-fold & Sliding Doors, Roof Lights and Home Improvement products and services from the companies product range meeting sales and conversion targets. Oversee day to day operations of the showroom including staff rotas and overall presentation. Undertake marketing initiatives to boost footfall and brand awareness building positive business and customer relationships. Oversee sales processes upholding lead follow up in a timely manner and enquiries and orders are logged and updated on the CRM System. Continual development of the team s technical product knowledge. Liaise with all departments, overseeing surveys, order placing and manufacturing teams. Support the team with coaching and undertaking performance reviews. Meet with Customers and Suppliers at trade shows and assist in occasional site visits. Standard Hours include 8.30 5pm Mon Fri plus every other Saturday 9 5pm. Saturdays will be fully paid, or you can take days in lieu to offset weekend hours. Occasional weekend attendance at regional exhibitions/trade shows. Again days in lieu offered to offset any weekend commitments. Experience & Personal Attributes: Experience selling glazing, door and home improvement products via a retail platform to the residential market would be highly desirable. Previous experience managing a retail sales team is desired. Strong leadership skills with proven experience of developing a successful sales team. The role will suit a driven and motivated sales individual who enjoys a commercial environment and is motivated to meet KPI s and targets. The company are looking for a good team player who will work well with colleagues at all levels within the business. A highly organised individual who could successfully support architectural installations on residential projects. For the successful candidates there is an opportunity to join a very successful brand within the residential glazing sector. In return the company offers a competitive salary package and bonus structure and a very realistic OTE from year one onwards. The company has a personable culture and strong team camaraderie with a passion for providing excellent products and service to its customers. If you are a Business Development Manager / Area Sales Manager / Regional Sales Manager / Sales Executive / Accounts Manager / Specification Sales / Territory Manager / Trade Sales Manager or a Trade Counter Manager then this position may be of interest to you. If you would like to apply for this position please forward a copy of your CV for consideration. For further details and information please contact Christian Golding on the listed Telephone number or email. Ørsted Recruitment Ltd operates within the construction products and building envelope industry.
07/01/2026
Full time
Showroom Manager / Home Improvements / Aluminium Windows, Doors, Roof Lights & Home Improvements. Product Knowledge: Aluminium Windows, Doors, Roof Lights & Home Improvements Location: Northampton Route to Market: R etail sales to the architectural residential market via the public, architects & housing developers. Salary / Package: £40k - £45k basic salary (DOE) + Bonus OTE £60,000 - £70,000 + Pension. The Company: A successful Aluminium windows, doors, roof light and home improvements manufacturer and installer supplying the residential housing market throughout the Midlands / East Anglia & the South East. The company is launching a new showroom in Northampton and requires a motivated Showroom Manager to undertake operations of the showroom and support the team. Responsibilities: Lead and drive a sales team to sell Aluminium Windows, Bi-fold & Sliding Doors, Roof Lights and Home Improvement products and services from the companies product range meeting sales and conversion targets. Oversee day to day operations of the showroom including staff rotas and overall presentation. Undertake marketing initiatives to boost footfall and brand awareness building positive business and customer relationships. Oversee sales processes upholding lead follow up in a timely manner and enquiries and orders are logged and updated on the CRM System. Continual development of the team s technical product knowledge. Liaise with all departments, overseeing surveys, order placing and manufacturing teams. Support the team with coaching and undertaking performance reviews. Meet with Customers and Suppliers at trade shows and assist in occasional site visits. Standard Hours include 8.30 5pm Mon Fri plus every other Saturday 9 5pm. Saturdays will be fully paid, or you can take days in lieu to offset weekend hours. Occasional weekend attendance at regional exhibitions/trade shows. Again days in lieu offered to offset any weekend commitments. Experience & Personal Attributes: Experience selling glazing, door and home improvement products via a retail platform to the residential market would be highly desirable. Previous experience managing a retail sales team is desired. Strong leadership skills with proven experience of developing a successful sales team. The role will suit a driven and motivated sales individual who enjoys a commercial environment and is motivated to meet KPI s and targets. The company are looking for a good team player who will work well with colleagues at all levels within the business. A highly organised individual who could successfully support architectural installations on residential projects. For the successful candidates there is an opportunity to join a very successful brand within the residential glazing sector. In return the company offers a competitive salary package and bonus structure and a very realistic OTE from year one onwards. The company has a personable culture and strong team camaraderie with a passion for providing excellent products and service to its customers. If you are a Business Development Manager / Area Sales Manager / Regional Sales Manager / Sales Executive / Accounts Manager / Specification Sales / Territory Manager / Trade Sales Manager or a Trade Counter Manager then this position may be of interest to you. If you would like to apply for this position please forward a copy of your CV for consideration. For further details and information please contact Christian Golding on the listed Telephone number or email. Ørsted Recruitment Ltd operates within the construction products and building envelope industry.
Darlaston Builders Merchants are one of the Midlands Leading Supplier of Building, Landscaping, Civil and DIY materials. We have four sister companies including BrickExpress, 4bathrooms, DBMcivils and GreyShire Homes . We operate a total of 6 branches around the midlands including Birmingham and the Black Country and employ around 90 employees.
Our well-earned reputation and the 35-year establishment in the trade allows us to provide the best customer service possible, including high quality materials at very competitive prices.
We are looking for a driven individual to support our Sales and Business Development team with a particular focus on Civils and Major Accounts within the Midlands Area. Our success is built on our staff and their relationships with our customers and suppliers. Candidates must have the below industry experience to apply
Industry Sector: Heavyside Building products, Lintels, Drainage, Lintels, Hard Landscaping, Geotechnical, Ground Engineering, Groundworkers, Civil Engineering, Brickwork Accessories and Roof Windows
We are looking for an External Business Development Executive which involves the following duties:
To maintain relationships with current customers and looking to develop opportunities with potential customers.
Maximising sales, showcasing product knowledge, and building relationships with customers
Encouraging new tradesmen including builders, property developers etc to trade with Darlaston Builders Merchants.
Answering phone calls and process customer sales orders, quotations, and supplier purchase orders.
Demonstrate a track record of successful sales in the building and landscaping industry.
Keep up to date with competitor pricing in order to maintain good customer service.
Role definition:
Business Development Executive with a particular focus on civils/major accounts within The Midlands area
Strong and current knowledge of the civils and general heavy side markets, including, but not limited to, market trends, competitor activity, key suppliers/manufacturers and product/systems innovation across multiple sectors.
Strong commercial acumen with broad responsibility for a large and competitive geographic region
Indomitable and driven with a real desire to succeed, personable and able to influence key decision makers.
Ideally come with an element of existing business
Must be able to hit the ground running and make an immediate, tangible impact.
Must be experienced within a similar role, whether merchant/manufacturer/supplier etc
Clear route for progression into management
A true team player who can adapt/integrate with ease.
Ability to develop a sound customer base in line with the company’s KPI targets and values.
To ensure that the Company offer supports the customer base and area requirements to achieve sales and profit growth.
To negotiate and deliver enhanced supplier commercial terms for the area in conjunction with the Directors.
To develop and manage a portfolio of multi – site customers across the area.
Identify and implement sales and margin opportunities with new and existing customers.
Implement strategic planning with effective management of P&L’s, scorecards and KPI’s to achieve targets.
Carry out regular branch visits, setting standards and objectives and overseeing operations to ensure branches meet all company policies and are compliant.
Following up new business opportunities and setting up meetings
Planning and preparing intuitive and interesting presentations
Communicating new product developments to prospective clients
Overseeing the development of the whole area with direct and indirect sales focus
Planning your own marketing campaigns within your area to identify and maximise the potential.
Provide management with regular feedback.
Develop your own strategy to identify new and emerging markets.
Map the market thoroughly & identify decision makers.
Report the market development and prospects monthly.
Undertake proposals, including the calculation of sales prices.
Professionally deliver innovative proposals
Accountabilities:
Marketing knowledge and mapping information
Existing customer information and growth potential
Full in-depth product training with demonstrations
Project management
Management of systems, sales orders, and databases
Maintain relationships with customers.
Produce weekly and monthly reports.
Meet Sales goals and objectives assigned by manager.
Develop strong relationships with customers.
Responding to sales enquiries for new and existing customers
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Salary: Negotiable – 35k to 48k Depending on Experience
Benefits: Company Car Allowance,
Death in Service, Salary Sacrifice Pension Contribution, Company sick pay, bonus scheme (all applicable after successful probation),
12/01/2022
Full time
Darlaston Builders Merchants are one of the Midlands Leading Supplier of Building, Landscaping, Civil and DIY materials. We have four sister companies including BrickExpress, 4bathrooms, DBMcivils and GreyShire Homes . We operate a total of 6 branches around the midlands including Birmingham and the Black Country and employ around 90 employees.
Our well-earned reputation and the 35-year establishment in the trade allows us to provide the best customer service possible, including high quality materials at very competitive prices.
We are looking for a driven individual to support our Sales and Business Development team with a particular focus on Civils and Major Accounts within the Midlands Area. Our success is built on our staff and their relationships with our customers and suppliers. Candidates must have the below industry experience to apply
Industry Sector: Heavyside Building products, Lintels, Drainage, Lintels, Hard Landscaping, Geotechnical, Ground Engineering, Groundworkers, Civil Engineering, Brickwork Accessories and Roof Windows
We are looking for an External Business Development Executive which involves the following duties:
To maintain relationships with current customers and looking to develop opportunities with potential customers.
Maximising sales, showcasing product knowledge, and building relationships with customers
Encouraging new tradesmen including builders, property developers etc to trade with Darlaston Builders Merchants.
Answering phone calls and process customer sales orders, quotations, and supplier purchase orders.
Demonstrate a track record of successful sales in the building and landscaping industry.
Keep up to date with competitor pricing in order to maintain good customer service.
Role definition:
Business Development Executive with a particular focus on civils/major accounts within The Midlands area
Strong and current knowledge of the civils and general heavy side markets, including, but not limited to, market trends, competitor activity, key suppliers/manufacturers and product/systems innovation across multiple sectors.
Strong commercial acumen with broad responsibility for a large and competitive geographic region
Indomitable and driven with a real desire to succeed, personable and able to influence key decision makers.
Ideally come with an element of existing business
Must be able to hit the ground running and make an immediate, tangible impact.
Must be experienced within a similar role, whether merchant/manufacturer/supplier etc
Clear route for progression into management
A true team player who can adapt/integrate with ease.
Ability to develop a sound customer base in line with the company’s KPI targets and values.
To ensure that the Company offer supports the customer base and area requirements to achieve sales and profit growth.
To negotiate and deliver enhanced supplier commercial terms for the area in conjunction with the Directors.
To develop and manage a portfolio of multi – site customers across the area.
Identify and implement sales and margin opportunities with new and existing customers.
Implement strategic planning with effective management of P&L’s, scorecards and KPI’s to achieve targets.
Carry out regular branch visits, setting standards and objectives and overseeing operations to ensure branches meet all company policies and are compliant.
Following up new business opportunities and setting up meetings
Planning and preparing intuitive and interesting presentations
Communicating new product developments to prospective clients
Overseeing the development of the whole area with direct and indirect sales focus
Planning your own marketing campaigns within your area to identify and maximise the potential.
Provide management with regular feedback.
Develop your own strategy to identify new and emerging markets.
Map the market thoroughly & identify decision makers.
Report the market development and prospects monthly.
Undertake proposals, including the calculation of sales prices.
Professionally deliver innovative proposals
Accountabilities:
Marketing knowledge and mapping information
Existing customer information and growth potential
Full in-depth product training with demonstrations
Project management
Management of systems, sales orders, and databases
Maintain relationships with customers.
Produce weekly and monthly reports.
Meet Sales goals and objectives assigned by manager.
Develop strong relationships with customers.
Responding to sales enquiries for new and existing customers
NO AGENCIES PLEASE
Salary: Negotiable – 35k to 48k Depending on Experience
Benefits: Company Car Allowance,
Death in Service, Salary Sacrifice Pension Contribution, Company sick pay, bonus scheme (all applicable after successful probation),
TSR are currently recruiting for one of the UK's leading housing developers for a Sales Progressor/Legal Executive to join their highly successful New Homes team managing plots site-set ups and plot sales.
About you:
You will ideally need 2 years' experience of residential conveyancing / plot sales experience or alternatively 2 years of working in-house for a house builder.
As a qualified Legal Executive, you will have previous experience in plot sales transactions alongside excellent client care and the ability to handle a busy workload.
Enjoys working in a collaborative team environment.
About the role:
You will be responsible for preparing sites ready for plot selling and co-ordinating all necessary information.
Liaising with clients, other solicitors and agents, keeping them informed of progress on transactions.
Being accustomed to running your own files, your work will be mainly IT based, so highly competent with regards to IT systems.
Joining a friendly and collaborative team environment.
If you are a Legal Executive and want to progress your career with one of the fastest growing construction companies in the UK this is an excellent opportunity for you.
Applications
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more, please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV.
Due to the vast amount of applications that we receive, it is not possible for us to contact all applicants; therefore, only suitable candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear anything back within 7 days of submitting your application, you have unfortunately not been selected.
TSR are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence
14/08/2020
Permanent
TSR are currently recruiting for one of the UK's leading housing developers for a Sales Progressor/Legal Executive to join their highly successful New Homes team managing plots site-set ups and plot sales.
About you:
You will ideally need 2 years' experience of residential conveyancing / plot sales experience or alternatively 2 years of working in-house for a house builder.
As a qualified Legal Executive, you will have previous experience in plot sales transactions alongside excellent client care and the ability to handle a busy workload.
Enjoys working in a collaborative team environment.
About the role:
You will be responsible for preparing sites ready for plot selling and co-ordinating all necessary information.
Liaising with clients, other solicitors and agents, keeping them informed of progress on transactions.
Being accustomed to running your own files, your work will be mainly IT based, so highly competent with regards to IT systems.
Joining a friendly and collaborative team environment.
If you are a Legal Executive and want to progress your career with one of the fastest growing construction companies in the UK this is an excellent opportunity for you.
Applications
If you feel that you have the relevant experience to be successful in this position and would like to find out more, please apply online today attaching a copy of your current CV.
Due to the vast amount of applications that we receive, it is not possible for us to contact all applicants; therefore, only suitable candidates will be contacted. If you do not hear anything back within 7 days of submitting your application, you have unfortunately not been selected.
TSR are an Equal Opportunities employer. All applications will be dealt with in the strictest confidence
Site Manager
Head Office - Southampton
Salary Up to £43,000 + Bonus + pay review after 6 months
Development will be in Littlehampton, West Sussex
The Opportunity:
Based in Southampton and operating across Hampshire my client is a fantastic local developer who have a focus delivering high quality homes that will be sustainable for future generations. They are seeking someone who can operate in the capacity of Site Manager who can cover their bespoke projects across Hampshire.
The types of projects undertaken vary from apartment blocks through to £1.5M individual properties with the company having a strong pipeline of work throughout the rest of 2020 and beyond.
The initial project will be a development of 9 houses in Littlehampton, West Sussex.
The Role:
You will be responsible for a variety of activities, including:
Producing method statements
Weekly management reports
Monitor progress of the project in accordance with programme
Pre start meetings and health and safety plans
Undertake a site safety induction of all new site personnel.
Liaise with the materials controller ensuring material deliveries are in accordance with the build programme.
The management of the work carried out by the sub-contractors and materials supplied.
Hold weekly meetings with the Sales Executives
Plan and arrange visits by the National House Builders Council Inspectors to carry out stage inspections.
The introduction of the customer to their new home
The Person
You must have detailed building and construction experience.
You will have knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation.
Ability to plan, organise the workload and make decisions with customer focus and business awareness.
You will be passionate about managing people, being able to lead, manage, and motivate a team.
CSCS card - Site Management.
First Aid qualified.
Computer literate.
Ideally you will have experience working within the new build residential market with a similar developer.
Desirable Criteria:
Degree/HND/HNC Construction or a related subject.
Experience working for a developer or contractor.
Experience overseeing multiple projects.
My client is keen to meet with people ASAP and are very keen to get someone onboard as a matter of urgency.
If you are considering a move and would like to discuss this role or would like career advice then please call Chris Grimes at Interaction Construction on (phone number removed) /(phone number removed) or email: (url removed)
07/07/2020
Permanent
Site Manager
Head Office - Southampton
Salary Up to £43,000 + Bonus + pay review after 6 months
Development will be in Littlehampton, West Sussex
The Opportunity:
Based in Southampton and operating across Hampshire my client is a fantastic local developer who have a focus delivering high quality homes that will be sustainable for future generations. They are seeking someone who can operate in the capacity of Site Manager who can cover their bespoke projects across Hampshire.
The types of projects undertaken vary from apartment blocks through to £1.5M individual properties with the company having a strong pipeline of work throughout the rest of 2020 and beyond.
The initial project will be a development of 9 houses in Littlehampton, West Sussex.
The Role:
You will be responsible for a variety of activities, including:
Producing method statements
Weekly management reports
Monitor progress of the project in accordance with programme
Pre start meetings and health and safety plans
Undertake a site safety induction of all new site personnel.
Liaise with the materials controller ensuring material deliveries are in accordance with the build programme.
The management of the work carried out by the sub-contractors and materials supplied.
Hold weekly meetings with the Sales Executives
Plan and arrange visits by the National House Builders Council Inspectors to carry out stage inspections.
The introduction of the customer to their new home
The Person
You must have detailed building and construction experience.
You will have knowledge of health, safety and environmental legislation.
Ability to plan, organise the workload and make decisions with customer focus and business awareness.
You will be passionate about managing people, being able to lead, manage, and motivate a team.
CSCS card - Site Management.
First Aid qualified.
Computer literate.
Ideally you will have experience working within the new build residential market with a similar developer.
Desirable Criteria:
Degree/HND/HNC Construction or a related subject.
Experience working for a developer or contractor.
Experience overseeing multiple projects.
My client is keen to meet with people ASAP and are very keen to get someone onboard as a matter of urgency.
If you are considering a move and would like to discuss this role or would like career advice then please call Chris Grimes at Interaction Construction on (phone number removed) /(phone number removed) or email: (url removed)
Client
My client is a group of businesses include property development, facilities management, timber frame engineering, a capital projects business dedicated to public sector partnerships, regionally-based construction companies, civil engineering, building services, and businesses that deliver high-quality homes for the private and affordable markets. .
Job Role & Responsibilities:
To support the Managing Director as part of his core team accountable to the Construction Exec for the delivery of the Company’s Regional Budget and the good management of the business. Specifically to ensure that a sufficient quantity of high margin traditional tender self generated development opportunities, non-traditional opportunities are available to the estimating department/regional business. Responsible for the region’s input into the bid process from initial enquiry to tender handover to site
Prepare market research on construction industry within the Regional identifying each sector available, the potential workload available, the indicative margin which may be obtainable, the growth potential of each sector, the main sources of work together with any identifiable future sources and a comprehensive list of competitors involved in each sector.
Continue to maintain this market research on an ongoing basis updating findings on a quarterly basis and also continue to assess the market for new sectors and opportunities.
Identify Clients with potential project requirements and advise Senior Management of the actions required to help in the securing of the project including the involvement of Construction Executive and Main Board Directors in relation to meetings and presentations.
Identifying and lead the negotiation of development opportunities which the Region may self generate or provide support to potential developers in securing work whereby access to the development margin is detained
Identify and procure work opportunities for your area to the minimum value of £150 million per annum. All projects identified must fall within Company strategy for procurement of workload and must be capable of providing the required margin. This value with be addressed on an annual basis.
It is envisaged that a minimum of 50% of the Company’s turnover will be procured through other means than by traditional competitive tendering which is subsequently able to generate a greater return than tendered work.
Company strategy dictates that construction activities will generate a minimum 5% net margin of total turnover. This strategy is to be fully understood/accepted to enable you to secure the correct type of opportunities to be developed.
Adopt annual budget, as directed by the Board, with regards to turnover and margin and as part of Regional management team ensure this is delivered.
Liaise closely with estimating department ensuring that a constant relationship is developed to improve overall effectiveness of bids. This will include assuming the role of ‘Bid’ Manager in major projects and be responsible for the co-ordination of all departments within the Company to deliver ‘best’ submission.
Prepare and assist, where appropriate, on all pre-qualification documentation and pre and post tender presentations including attendance at these as appropriate.
Entertainment of key Clients and Professionals to be on a regular basis throughout your geographical operating area, a minimum of 6 to be entertained per month. Arrange for entertainment of certain Clients by appropriate Board Directors.
Prepare proposals in conjunction with Area Director and submit to the Board for approval expenditure from the marketing budget for corporate marketing and entertainment. This to include continued dialogue with Group preferred PR Consultant.
Prepare strategy to raise profile of Company within your geographical area and continue to look at methods to improve the image wherever possible.
Liaise as required with other Business Development Managers within the Group advising on issues which may affect the overall performance of the business.
Prepare monthly reports for inclusion in Regional Board Report. The reports to contain the following:-
a) List of all contacts made in month identifying how contact was made.
b) List and identify the opportunities created in the month including Client and
Design Team if applicable, also indicate the % of success in securing this
as live project.
c) Provide ongoing list of identified opportunities within timescales including
narrative on developments during period. List to be provided on 12 month
rolling programme.
d) Provide list of targeted Major Clients for forthcoming period together with
report on results of previous month’s targeted Clients (minimum 6 Clients
per month).
e) Highlight any project which requires Director involvement.
f) List projects which will become ‘live’ in forthcoming period and identify
involvement of relevant departments.
g) Highlight any relationship problems with Clients and Design Teams and
advise of remedies including what personnel, if any, needs to be involved.
h) Update on corporate events planned for area together with any new
proposals.
i) Exceptional issues with regards to business development to the area to be
highlighted.
Previous experience in a similar role with significant experience working within the construction industry.
01/02/2020
Full time
Client
My client is a group of businesses include property development, facilities management, timber frame engineering, a capital projects business dedicated to public sector partnerships, regionally-based construction companies, civil engineering, building services, and businesses that deliver high-quality homes for the private and affordable markets. .
Job Role & Responsibilities:
To support the Managing Director as part of his core team accountable to the Construction Exec for the delivery of the Company’s Regional Budget and the good management of the business. Specifically to ensure that a sufficient quantity of high margin traditional tender self generated development opportunities, non-traditional opportunities are available to the estimating department/regional business. Responsible for the region’s input into the bid process from initial enquiry to tender handover to site
Prepare market research on construction industry within the Regional identifying each sector available, the potential workload available, the indicative margin which may be obtainable, the growth potential of each sector, the main sources of work together with any identifiable future sources and a comprehensive list of competitors involved in each sector.
Continue to maintain this market research on an ongoing basis updating findings on a quarterly basis and also continue to assess the market for new sectors and opportunities.
Identify Clients with potential project requirements and advise Senior Management of the actions required to help in the securing of the project including the involvement of Construction Executive and Main Board Directors in relation to meetings and presentations.
Identifying and lead the negotiation of development opportunities which the Region may self generate or provide support to potential developers in securing work whereby access to the development margin is detained
Identify and procure work opportunities for your area to the minimum value of £150 million per annum. All projects identified must fall within Company strategy for procurement of workload and must be capable of providing the required margin. This value with be addressed on an annual basis.
It is envisaged that a minimum of 50% of the Company’s turnover will be procured through other means than by traditional competitive tendering which is subsequently able to generate a greater return than tendered work.
Company strategy dictates that construction activities will generate a minimum 5% net margin of total turnover. This strategy is to be fully understood/accepted to enable you to secure the correct type of opportunities to be developed.
Adopt annual budget, as directed by the Board, with regards to turnover and margin and as part of Regional management team ensure this is delivered.
Liaise closely with estimating department ensuring that a constant relationship is developed to improve overall effectiveness of bids. This will include assuming the role of ‘Bid’ Manager in major projects and be responsible for the co-ordination of all departments within the Company to deliver ‘best’ submission.
Prepare and assist, where appropriate, on all pre-qualification documentation and pre and post tender presentations including attendance at these as appropriate.
Entertainment of key Clients and Professionals to be on a regular basis throughout your geographical operating area, a minimum of 6 to be entertained per month. Arrange for entertainment of certain Clients by appropriate Board Directors.
Prepare proposals in conjunction with Area Director and submit to the Board for approval expenditure from the marketing budget for corporate marketing and entertainment. This to include continued dialogue with Group preferred PR Consultant.
Prepare strategy to raise profile of Company within your geographical area and continue to look at methods to improve the image wherever possible.
Liaise as required with other Business Development Managers within the Group advising on issues which may affect the overall performance of the business.
Prepare monthly reports for inclusion in Regional Board Report. The reports to contain the following:-
a) List of all contacts made in month identifying how contact was made.
b) List and identify the opportunities created in the month including Client and
Design Team if applicable, also indicate the % of success in securing this
as live project.
c) Provide ongoing list of identified opportunities within timescales including
narrative on developments during period. List to be provided on 12 month
rolling programme.
d) Provide list of targeted Major Clients for forthcoming period together with
report on results of previous month’s targeted Clients (minimum 6 Clients
per month).
e) Highlight any project which requires Director involvement.
f) List projects which will become ‘live’ in forthcoming period and identify
involvement of relevant departments.
g) Highlight any relationship problems with Clients and Design Teams and
advise of remedies including what personnel, if any, needs to be involved.
h) Update on corporate events planned for area together with any new
proposals.
i) Exceptional issues with regards to business development to the area to be
highlighted.
Previous experience in a similar role with significant experience working within the construction industry.