Business Development Manager - Private Sector

£45,000 - £60,000 + Bonus + Company Car/Car Allowance + Benefits

About Miller Knight

Miller Knight is one of the UK’s leading multi-disciplinary principal contractors, delivering specialist fire remediation, building safety, compliance and refurbishment projects across the residential, commercial, healthcare, education and public sectors.

With an established reputation for delivering complex, high-profile projects, we work collaboratively with developers, housing providers, local authorities, healthcare organisations, commercial clients and investors to create safer, compliant buildings throughout the UK.

As our business continues to grow, we’re looking for an ambitious Business Development Manager to help drive our expansion across the private sector.

This is an exciting opportunity for someone who thrives on creating opportunities, building long-term relationships and winning new business.

The Role

As Business Development Manager, you’ll play a key role in identifying new opportunities, developing relationships with prospective clients and supporting the continued growth of Miller Knight.

You’ll be responsible for generating new business across our private sector markets, managing opportunities from initial introduction through to project handover, whilst working closely with our estimating, pre-construction and operational teams.

This is a proactive, relationship-led role suited to someone who enjoys networking, meeting clients and creating opportunities rather than waiting for them to arrive.

Role Responsibilities

As Business Development Manager, your responsibilities will include:

Identifying and developing new business opportunities across the private sector, including property management companies, commercial landlords, developers, investors, hospitality organisations, and facilities management providers.
Building and maintaining strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders.
Generating new opportunities through proactive prospecting, networking, LinkedIn, referrals, industry events, and face-to-face meetings.
Managing business opportunities from initial enquiry through to successful project handover.
Qualifying inbound enquiries and tender opportunities to maximise conversion.
Researching market trends, upcoming developments and pipeline opportunities.
Working collaboratively with estimating, pre-construction and operational teams to develop winning solutions for clients.
Maintaining accurate CRM records, sales activity, and pipeline forecasting.
Representing Miller Knight professionally at meetings, networking events, and industry exhibitions.
Supporting the continued growth of the Miller Knight brand within the private sector.

Who We’re Looking For

We’re looking for someone who is commercially driven, proactive, and passionate about developing new business.

The ideal candidate will have:

Previous experience within Business Development, Sales, Recruitment, Account Management, or another client-facing commercial role.
Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
A proven ability to identify, develop, and convert new business opportunities.
Confidence engaging with senior stakeholders and decision-makers.
A self-motivated and resilient approach with the ability to work independently.
Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
Experience using CRM systems to manage opportunities and sales activity.
A professional approach when representing the business.
A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally.

Construction experience is beneficial but not essential.

What We Offer

At Miller Knight, we believe our people are our greatest asset. In return for your commitment, we offer:

Competitive salary of £45,000 – £60,000 (depending on experience)
Performance-related bonus scheme
Company car or car allowance
Fuel card
Company pension
Private medical insurance
Ongoing training and professional development
Genuine opportunities for career progression
The opportunity to join one of the UK’s fastest-growing specialist contractors
A collaborative, supportive, and ambitious working environment

Join Miller Knight

If you’re looking for a role where your ambition, personality, and ability to build lasting client relationships that will directly influence the growth of an exciting and expanding business, we’d love to hear from you.

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