Business Development Manager in Warrington, Cheshire
Posted by We Build Recruitment
The Role
We are currently working with an established M&E contractor based in Warrington, delivering mechanical and electrical packages across the region. We are looking for a Business Development Manager to grow our pipeline by creating and converting opportunities with Tier 1 and Tier 2 main contractors.
You will work closely with our estimating, pre-construction and operational teams, with real influence over which projects we pursue and how we position ourselves. This is a relationship-led role — you will be out in front of contractors, not behind a desk.
What You'll Be Doing
- Building and maintaining relationships with pre-construction, procurement and commercial teams at Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors
- Creating opportunities from early market intelligence, getting in ahead of formal tender
- Getting onto bid lists, frameworks and preferred supplier arrangements
- Managing a live pipeline and reporting conversion and forecasts to senior management
- Attending pre-tender meetings, framework days, interviews and site visits alongside the technical team
What We're Looking For
- Proven business development experience in construction — ideally with an M&E contractor, main contractor or specialist subcontractor
- Demonstrable success winning work with Tier 1 and Tier 2 contractors
- Working knowledge of M&E delivery and the tender, framework and prequalification process
- Commercially astute — able to assess opportunity value, margin and risk
- Self-motivated, confident presenting at senior level, and comfortable managing your own diary
- Full UK driving licence
Package
- Salary up to £70,000 including bonus
- Company car or car allowance
- Permanent, full-time, based in Warrington with regional travel to clients and sites
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a covering note to [insert email address], or contact [insert name] on [insert phone number] for an informal conversation.
We would rather answer your questions than have you guess — if you would like to know more about the role, the team, the sectors we work in or how we price our work, please ask.
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