Business Development/Social Value Manager

Business Development & Social Value Manager

Location - Greater Manchester

Salary/Package - £45,000 - £75,000 + Excellent Benefits Package

About the Company

Our client is an award-winning main contractor with an established reputation for delivering high-quality construction projects across the North West. Operating across sectors including commercial, industrial, education, healthcare, leisure and residential, they have built long-standing relationships with clients through their collaborative approach, commitment to quality, and focus on delivering projects safely and sustainably.

With continued growth across both public and private sectors, the business is investing in its pre-construction and business development function and is now seeking a Business Development & Social Value Manager to play a key role in driving future opportunities while ensuring meaningful social value is delivered across every project.

The Role

As Business Development & Social Value Manager, you will be responsible for:

Business Development

Supporting the delivery of the company's business development strategy
Identifying and developing new business opportunities across key market sectors
Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients, consultants and framework providers
Developing client engagement plans to encourage repeat business
Attending networking events, client meetings and industry functions
Monitoring planning and procurement portals for new opportunities
Maintaining and developing the company's CRM databaseSocial Value

Developing and implementing the company's Social Value strategy
Producing Employment Skills Plans (ESPs) where required
Coordinating Social Value commitments across live projects and frameworks
Building relationships with schools, colleges, charities and community organisations
Coordinating apprenticeship, employment and training initiatives
Organising work experience placements and community engagement activities
Monitoring Social Value KPIs and producing reports for clients and senior management
Ensuring contractual Social Value commitments are successfully deliveredTenders & Frameworks

Supporting PQQs, framework applications and tender submissions
Producing high-quality written responses for tender returns
Coordinating information from operational teams
Maintaining tender registers, project case studies and supporting documentation
Attending framework briefings and pre-construction meetings
Recording tender outcomes and supporting continuous improvementMarketing & Communications

Supporting the maintenance of the company website and social media platforms
Assisting with project case studies, award submissions and promotional material
Promoting completed projects, business achievements and Social Value successes
Supporting internal communications and company branding initiativesThe Ideal Candidate

The successful Business Development & Social Value Manager will have:

Previous experience in a Business Development, Social Value, Bid Management or Pre-Construction role within the construction industry
A strong understanding of Social Value requirements across public and private sector projects
Experience preparing quality tender responses, PQQs or framework submissions
Excellent relationship-building and stakeholder management skills
Strong written communication and presentation abilities
Experience working with CRM systems and procurement portals
Excellent organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities
A proactive, professional and commercially aware approachWhat's on Offer

Competitive basic salary of £45,000 - £75,000
Attractive benefits package
Opportunity to join a growing and well-respected construction contractor
Key role supporting business growth and strategic client development
Opportunity to shape and develop Social Value initiatives across the business
Exposure to a wide variety of high-profile construction projects
Ongoing professional development and long-term career progression
Supportive and collaborative working environmentApply: If you're interested in this opportunity, then please get in touch today with our Commercial Specialist, Mark Harris.

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Please Note: Due to high volume of applicants, only those shortlisted will be contacted.

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