The Client Our client is an ambitious and growing Essex-based construction contractor, delivering a range of new build, refurbishment and specialist construction projects across Essex, Suffolk and the surrounding areas. Operating as part of an established group of construction businesses, they benefit from in-house expertise across carpentry, fire doors, finishing trades and associated building works. With plans to further develop their main contracting operation and undertake projects up to approximately 3m in value, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager to help drive the next stage of their growth. The Role This is an excellent opportunity for an established Business Development Manager with strong connections across the Essex and Suffolk construction market to join an ambitious regional contractor at an exciting stage of its development. Working closely with the Directors, you will play a key role in developing the company''s main contracting business, identifying new opportunities, establishing relationships with prospective clients and building a sustainable pipeline of construction and refurbishment projects. The position offers considerable autonomy and the opportunity to influence the wider commercial direction of the business, including its approach to business development, client engagement and market positioning. The successful candidate will ideally bring an established network of contacts within the local construction and ..... full job details .....