Business Development Executive
Business Development Executive – £35,000 to £40,000 Basic + Bonus + Profit Share
Realistic OTE: £50,000+Location: Chichester (Primarily Office-Based)
An exciting opportunity has arisen with a well-established and fast-growing contractor operating across the residential, commercial, and infrastructure landscaping sector. We are currently recruiting for a Business Development Executive to play a key role in their sales growth strategy from their Chichester office.
This position is ideal for someone who enjoys building business relationships, spotting opportunities within construction projects, and playing a vital part in securing high-value contracts — often £250,000 and above.
The company offers a collaborative and supportive office-based environment, with realistic earnings exceeding £50,000 thanks to a strong basic salary, performance-based bonus, and profit share scheme.
Key Responsibilities:
- Proactively research and engage with key contacts across construction projects (site managers, QSs, commercial leads)
- Generate qualified leads and quoting opportunities through outbound calls and email outreach
- Build and nurture a pipeline of prospects across residential developments, commercial builds, and highway/infrastructure projects
- Book appointments for field-based Business Development Managers to convert and close
- Support the quoting and follow-up process, ensuring maximum conversion from enquiry to secured contract
- Keep accurate records using CRM systems and collaborate with the estimating team
Requirements
Ideal Candidate:
- Confident, professional communicator – especially on the phone (training provided)
- Highly organised with an eye for detail and process
- Familiar with CRM tools and MS Office (Excel in particular)
- Motivated by targets and financial reward
- Background in construction-related industries or B2B lead generation advantageous
Benefits
What’s on Offer:
- Competitive basic salary: £35,000 to £40,000
- Bonus scheme for successful lead generation
- Company-wide profit share scheme
- Realistic OTE of £50,000+
- Career progression and development opportunities
- Friendly and supportive team in a modern office setting
This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with energy, ambition, and drive to join a forward-thinking company making a real impact in the construction sector.
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