Senior Business Development Manager

Senior Business Development Manager - Building Services / MEP
?? London / Greater London (Hybrid & Field-Based)
?? Permanent | Full-Time
?? Up to £90,000 Basic + Commission / Bonus Structure

A leading building services contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Business Development Manager to drive growth across its Mechanical, Electrical & Public Health (MEP) division. With a strong reputation for delivering complex, high-value projects across commercial, residential, healthcare, and education sectors, this is an exciting opportunity for a senior-level professional to join a dynamic and growing team.

As Senior BDM, you will play a key role in identifying and securing new project opportunities across London and the surrounding areas, while nurturing relationships with Tier 1 contractors, developers, consultants, and end clients. You’ll work closely with pre-construction and estimating teams to develop tailored bids and proposals, aligned with strategic goals.

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the M&E contracting sector

• Build and maintain relationships with main contractors, developers, and consultants

• Lead on pipeline development and contribute to long-term strategic planning

• Attend industry networking events, trade shows, and client meetings

• Collaborate with pre-construction and delivery teams to ensure smooth handover of secured projects

• Deliver presentations, negotiate contracts, and maintain CRM and reporting tools

• Proven experience in a senior business development role within MEP/building services

• Strong industry network across London and the South East

• In-depth understanding of mechanical and electrical contracting and project cycles

• Commercially astute, with experience in securing £multi-million contracts

• Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skills

• Self-motivated, strategic thinker with a track record of delivering growth

• Basic salary up to £90,000 depending on experience

• Commission and bonus scheme aligned with performance

• Car allowance or company car

• Private healthcare and pension scheme

• Career progression opportunities within a growing and reputable contractor

• Hybrid working with flexibility to attend London offices, client sites, and industry events

Apply now if you’re ready to take the lead in business development for one of the UK’s most respected building services providers.