Location: Galway / Nationwide
Industry: Construction
Type: Full-time, Permanent
We are working with an established construction company based in Galway who are looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager to drive new business opportunities and develop strong, long-term client relationships across Ireland.
The ideal candidate will come from a construction/energy background, with strong experience in business development, sales or commercial roles within the energy, utilities, infrastructure or construction sectors.
The role will have a nationwide remit, so candidates can be based outside Galway. Ideally, the successful candidate will be within reasonable travelling distance of Galway and able to work from the Galway office when required, while spending the majority of their time developing business opportunities and meeting clients across Ireland.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and manage new business opportunities across Ireland.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with new and existing clients.
- Identify upcoming projects and potential commercial opportunities.
- Manage the sales pipeline from initial contact through to contract stage.
- Attend client meetings, networking events and industry events nationwide.
- Prepare proposals, tenders and presentations.
- Work closely with estimating, project management and senior management teams.
- Monitor market trends, competitors and new opportunities.
- Deliver agreed business development and revenue targets.
- Grow and manage a team.
Requirements
- Approximately 6 years’ experience in Business Development, Sales or a Commercial role within construction.
- Strong understanding of the Irish construction industry.
- Proven track record of winning new business and developing client relationships.
- Willingness and ability to travel nationally.
- Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Highly organised and self-motivated.
- Full driving licence.
What’s on Offer
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
- Company vehicle / travel allowance.
- Flexible location for the right candidate.
- Opportunity to join an established and growing construction company.
- Nationwide remit with significant scope for business development.
- Strong career progression opportunities.
