Business Development Manager in Ringwood, Hampshire

Business Development Manager
Main Contractor – Construction Sector
Ringwood, Hampshire
Part-Time – 2–3 Days Per Week | Permanent or Freelance
Salary up to £80,000 Full-Time Equivalent, Pro Rata + Car Allowance or Freelance Rate: £400 Per Day

Blaymires Recruitment is representing an established main contractor based in Ringwood who is looking to appoint a part-time Business Development Manager.

The company delivers refurbishment, extension and new build projects across the South, with values ranging from £500,000 to £7 million. Recent projects include industrial units, schools and car showrooms.

With plans to widen its client base, the business is seeking an experienced construction professional to identify opportunities, build relationships and support continued growth. The position is available on either a permanent or freelance basis, working two to three days per week.

The Role

Working closely with the management team, you will develop relationships with new and existing clients, helping to secure tender opportunities and future projects.

Responsibilities will include:

• Identifying and pursuing opportunities within the company’s core sectors.
• Developing relationships with clients, architects, consultants and project managers.
• Using your existing network to generate introductions and tender enquiries.
• Strengthening existing client relationships to encourage repeat business.
• Maintaining a pipeline of opportunities and reporting on progress.
• Supporting pre-qualification questionnaires, bid writing, framework applications and tender submissions.
• Working with the pre-construction team to assess opportunities and support pre-contract negotiations.

Experience and Skills

• Proven experience in business development within construction, ideally with a main contractor.
• An established network of relevant clients, architects or construction consultants.
• A good understanding of construction procurement, tendering and pre-construction processes.
• Strong communication, presentation and relationship-building skills.
• A proactive, organised approach and the ability to work independently.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and customer relationship management software.

On Offer

Permanent appointment:

• Salary up to £80,000, pro rata to agreed working hours.
• Car allowance.
• 25 days’ annual leave, pro rata.

Freelance appointment:

• Day rate of £400.

Both options offer part-time working of two to three days per week and the opportunity to play a key role in the growth of an established contractor.

For further information, contact Steve at Blaymires Recruitment.