Business Development Manager

Head of Business Development
Location: South Woodford

Are you an experienced Head of Business Development with a strong network across the public sector construction market? Do you thrive in a strategic, relationship-led role where you can genuinely influence business growth?

We are looking for a commercially driven Head of Business Development to join a growing and ambitious construction business in South Woodford. This is a senior opportunity for a Head of Business Development who wants to take ownership of public sector growth, develop high-level relationships, and play a key role in shaping the future direction of the company.

This organisation prides itself on its collaborative culture, trust in its people, and entrepreneurial mindset. The leadership team believes in empowering individuals rather than micromanaging, giving the Head of Business Development the autonomy and support needed to succeed.

The Role

As Head of Business Development, you will be responsible for developing and delivering a strategic growth plan focused on the public sector construction market. Working closely with senior leadership, including the CEO, you will leverage your network to identify opportunities, open doors with key decision-makers, and position the business for long-term success.

This is a highly visible role where the Head of Business Development will represent the company across industry events, procurement frameworks, and stakeholder meetings, building lasting partnerships with public sector organisations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver a strategic business development plan focused on public sector construction opportunities

• Identify and secure new opportunities with local authorities, government departments, housing associations and public bodies

• Utilise your existing industry network to generate and develop new business opportunities

• Facilitate introductions and strategic meetings between prospective clients and senior leadership, including the CEO

• Build long-term relationships with key public sector stakeholders and decision-makers

• Monitor procurement pipelines, frameworks and market trends within the construction sector

• Represent the business at industry events, networking forums and stakeholder meetings

• Work closely with internal teams to support bids, proposals and partnership opportunities

• Contribute to the wider growth strategy and positioning of the company across key frameworks and procurement routes

About You

To be successful as Head of Business Development, you will bring:

• Proven experience in a senior business development or commercial role within the construction industry

• Strong experience working with public sector clients and procurement frameworks

• An established network across local authorities, housing associations and government bodies

• Excellent relationship-building and networking skills

• A track record of identifying and converting strategic opportunities

• A self-motivated approach with the ability to operate autonomously in a trusted environment

• Strong communication and presentation skills with the confidence to engage at senior level

• A strategic mindset with a proactive approach to driving growth

Why Join?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a Head of Business Development to join a company with ambitious growth plans and a supportive leadership team.

You will be part of a business that values initiative, collaboration, and long-term partnerships, where your expertise and network will have a direct impact on the company s continued success.

What s on offer:

• A senior leadership opportunity within a growing and forward-thinking construction business

• A culture built on trust, autonomy, and collaboration

• The chance to directly influence the company s growth and market presence

• Competitive salary and benefits package

If you are an experienced Head of Business Development looking for a role where you can truly make an impact, we would love to hear from you.