Cobalt have partnered with an international project management and construction business who is looking to appoint a Business Development Manager to support the growth of its UK operations.
This is a pivotal, front-end role focused on establishing market presence, developing client relationships, and securing new business across commercial interiors, fit-out, and project management sectors.
You will act as the company’s primary commercial representative in the UK, working closely with an established international delivery team to build a sustainable pipeline and support long-term growth.
Key Responsibilities
- Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities across commercial interiors, retail fit-out, construction, and project management
- Build and maintain relationships with developers, clients, project managers, architects, consultants, and contractors
- Act as the on-the-ground representative, maintaining strong market visibility across active and upcoming projects
- Generate new opportunities while leveraging an existing base of warm leadsi>
- Monitor procurement pipelines, tenders, and framework opportunities
- Position the business as a delivery partner for both UK-based and international clients
- Represent the company at industry events, networking forums, and client meetings
- Collaborate with internal teams to align opportunities with delivery capability
- Support the preparation of bids, tenders, and commercial proposals
- Provide market insight on competitors, pricing, and client expectations
- Build strategic partnerships to drive long-term pipeline
- Engage with senior stakeholders to unlock high-value opportunities
Candidate Profile
- Proven business development experience within construction, interiors, fit-out, or project management
- Strong network across developers, consultants, architects, or contractors
- Comfortable operating in a client-facing, autonomous role
- Commercially driven with a track record of generating and converting opportunitiesi>
- Strong communication and stakeholder management skillsi>
- Entrepreneurial mindset, suited to a growing business environment
Salary & Package
- Performance-based commission/bonus (to be shaped)
- Clear progression into a leadership role as the business grows
This is a rare opportunity to join a growing international business at an early stage of its UK journey, with the chance to play a key role in shaping its market presence and long-term success.
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