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Business Development Manager

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Colchester · Posted 24 Sep 2026 · 60 applicants

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The Opportunity

A well-established and respected technical services business is looking to appoint a Sales & Project Manager to support continued growth across the Hertfordshire region.

This is a varied role combining business development, account management, technical consultation, and project delivery. The successful candidate will play a key role in expanding the customer base, developing long-term client relationships, and managing projects from initial enquiry through to successful completion.

The company has built a strong reputation for delivering high-quality engineering solutions and prides itself on providing exceptional customer service, technical expertise, and long-term partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

  • Drive new business development and identify opportunities to increase revenue across installation, service, and maintenance offerings.
  • Develop and maintain strong relationships with both new and existing customers.
  • Consult with clients to understand their requirements and recommend appropriate technical solutions and equipment.
  • Manage projects from enquiry and quotation stage through to installation, commissioning, and completion.
  • Coordinate engineers, subcontractors, suppliers, and internal teams to ensure projects are delivered efficiently and on schedule.
  • Monitor project progress, costs, profitability, and customer satisfaction throughout delivery.
  • Carry out final inspections and project reviews to ensure quality standards are achieved.
  • Work closely with senior management to contribute to business growth strategies and regional expansion plans.
  • Ensure excellent customer service is maintained at all stages of the sales and project lifecycle.

About You

  • Proven experience in business development, sales, project management, or a combination of these disciplines.
  • Strong relationship-building and communication skills.
  • MUST HAVE - Experience working within a technical, facilities management, HVAC, refrigeration, or mechanical services environment would be advantageous.
  • Commercially aware with the ability to identify and convert sales opportunities.
  • Organised and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Comfortable liaising with clients, engineers, subcontractors, and stakeholders at all levels.
  • A proactive and customer-focused approach.

What's on Offer?

  • Opportunity to join a growing and successful business with a strong reputation in its sector.
  • Varied role offering a mix of business development, account management, and project delivery responsibilities.
  • Supportive and collaborative working environment.
  • Ongoing training and professional development opportunities.
  • Long-term career progression within a stable and expanding organisation.

This position would suit an ambitious sales professional, project manager, or technical business development specialist who enjoys building client relationships while overseeing projects from concept to completion.

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