Our client is a growing façade contractor with strong international backing, specialising in unitised curtain wall systems for high‑rise residential, hotel, and mixed‑use developments across the UK. With a solid track record in delivering major façade packages and strong manufacturing capability behind them, the business is now entering a critical growth phase – and this hire will play a pivotal role in shaping its UK market expansion.
Job Title: Head of Business Development
Location: London
Work style: Hybrid – 1 day in the office
Salary: £100,000 – £120,000 + Commission
The Opportunity
This is not a typical sales role. This is a strategic leadership position focused on:
- Building a long‑term project pipeline
- Influencing projects at early design stages
- Establishing key client relationships across the UK construction market
You will have a direct impact on the company’s growth trajectory over the next 3‑5 years.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead business development strategy across the UK façade market
- Build and manage relationships with developers, Tier 1 contractors, and consultants
- Identify and secure early‑stage opportunities (RIBA Stages 1‑3)
- Drive Design Assist / Early Contractor Involvement (ECI) engagement
- Develop a structured pipeline with £150M+ visibility
- Support bid strategy alongside technical and commercial teams
- Expand presence across London and key regional cities
- Build a strong and active client network
- Position the business as a recognised player in the UK façade market
Requirements
- 10+ years’ experience in the UK construction / façade / building envelope sector
- Strong network with developers and/or Tier 1 contractors
- Solid understanding of UK procurement and project lifecycle
- Experience in pre‑construction, ECI, or design‑stage engagement
- Commercially driven with strong negotiation and relationship skills
- Experience with unitised curtain wall systems is highly advantageous
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