Commercial Development Manager

Commercial Development Manager
This is a high-impact role for a commercially driven individual with extensive construction industry experience and contacts who wants to build a strong pipeline, win work and be directly rewarded for it. Future opportunity to become a director.
You will take ownership of developing and securing new business across public sector and commercial projects, with a focus on decarbonisation, retrofit and construction. This is an opportunity to position yourself as a key player in a growing market, building relationships, opening doors and converting opportunities into secured work.
The Opportunity
* Take full ownership of your pipeline and sales strategy
* Build and develop relationships with key decision-makers across local authorities, housing associations and public sector bodies
* Identify opportunities early, ahead of formal tender processes
* Win high-value contracts across construction, retrofit and engineering services
* Work closely with internal teams to maximise bid success rates
* Develop long-term client relationships to drive repeat business
What You’ll Be Doing
* Generating new business through networking, outreach and industry presence
* Managing the full sales cycle from lead generation to contract award
* Tracking pipeline performance, conversion rates and forecasts
* Supporting and influencing bid submissions to improve win rates
* Maintaining strong CRM discipline and reporting
* Continuously building market knowledge and identifying new opportunities
What We’re Looking For
* Proven track record of winning business in construction, building services or low energy sectors
* Strong network within public sector procurement and decision-makers
* Commercially focused, target-driven and motivated by results
* Confident managing multiple opportunities and driving deals forward
* Strong communication and relationship-building skills
What’s On Offer
* Competitive base salary
* Uncapped bonus / commission structure
* Realistic 6-figure earning potential
* 36 days holiday (including public holidays)
* Up to 12% pension contribution
* Hybrid working and flexible hours
Additional benefits include private healthcare, EV scheme, cycle to work scheme and more.
Why This Role
This role suits someone who wants more than just a salary — someone who wants to build, win and be rewarded accordingly.
You’ll have the autonomy to grow your pipeline, the backing to win work, and a structure that directly rewards performance.
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