The Company: 

Come and join a fast-growing, innovative family business with a fantastic team culture and a first-class technical reputation in the construction industry. For over 50 years, the company has supplied high-quality, forward-thinking products and solutions to meet the evolving needs of the building sector. Their diverse offering includes specialist roofing and walling membranes, advanced thermal insulation, and acoustic flooring solutions — all designed to support modern construction challenges. 

The Role of the Business Development Manager  

• Your role is to collaborate closely with Regional Specification sales teams across the north of England to build and manage a strong project pipeline, turning specifications into tangible sales opportunities. 

• Develop deep product expertise and maintain awareness of competitor offerings to effectively position solutions in the market. 

• Strengthen and grow relationships with key main contractors and sub-contractors to maximise future business opportunities. 

• Provide hands-on project support, including site visits, pre and post-sales technical assistance, while ensuring familiarity with relevant building regulations and key markets such as façades and high-rise developments. 

• Offer technical guidance and advice to contractors and installers to ensure correct product application and successful project delivery. Stay ahead of industry trends by attending conferences and forums, expanding your knowledge and professional network. 

Benefits of the Business Development Manager

• £50k - £60k depending on experience,
• Company bonus £10k -£15k
• 25 holidays
• Plus 8 bank holidays, pension, Car hybrid 

The Ideal Person for the Business Development Manager  

• Solid industry knowledge: Strong understanding of the construction sector, especially related to through-wall solutions and façades, with the ability to interpret construction drawings confidently. 

• Proactive and solutions-focused, demonstrates initiative in managing the region, tackling challenges effectively, and adapting to changing project demands. Dealing directly with the Tier 1 & 2 Contracts. Sub-Contractor and cladding installers.  

• Able to engage at all levels — verbally, in writing, and in presentations (including CPD sessions) — while welcoming and valuing input from others. 

• Relationship builder, Excellent interpersonal, networking, and influencing skills to collaborate successfully with internal teams and external stakeholders. 

• Proven ability to achieve within a technically complex construction environment.  

• Travelling the North of England  

If you think the role of Business Development Manager is for you, apply now! 

Consultant: Lisa Sperati 

Email: lisas@otrsales,co,uk  

Tel no. (phone number removed) 

Candidates must be eligible to work and live in the UK. 

About On Target 

At On Target, we specialise in sales, technical and commercial jobs in the Engineering, Construction, Building Services, Medical & Scientific, and Commercial & Industrial Solutions sectors, enabling our consultants to become experts in their market sector. We place all levels of personnel, up to Director across the UK and internationally