Hyreus is currently recruiting an experienced Business Development Manager on behalf of a leading Tier One civil engineering and infrastructure contractor based in Swindon.

This is an excellent opportunity for a commercially driven business development professional with a strong background in civil engineering or infrastructure. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying new business opportunities, developing strategic client relationships and supporting the continued growth of the business across major infrastructure markets.

Working closely with senior management, bid teams and operational colleagues, you will play an important role in strengthening the company''s market presence and securing future project opportunities.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across the infrastructure and civil engineering sectors.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective clients.

• Develop and implement business development strategies aligned with company growth objectives.

• Identify upcoming projects, frameworks and tender opportunities.

• Engage with key stakeholders, clients, consultants and industry partners.

• Develop an understanding of client requirements, market conditions and competitor activity.

• Maintain an active pipeline of potential projects and opportunities.

• Support prequalification submissions, expressions of interest and tender opportunities.

• Work closely with estimating, commercial, bid and operational teams.

• Attend client meetings, industry events and networking opportunities.

• Represent the business professionally at external meetings and industry functions.

• Monitor market trends and identify opportunities for future growth.

• Maintain accurate CRM records, opportunity trackers and business development reports.

• Support the development of long-term strategic client relationships.

The Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience in a Business Development Manager or similar commercial role.

• Background within civil engineering, infrastructure or the wider construction sector.

• Established network of contacts across the infrastructure market.

• Experience identifying and developing new business opportunities.

• Strong understanding of major infrastructure projects and procurement processes.

• Experience engaging with clients, consultants and key industry stakeholders.

• Commercially aware with a strategic approach to business development.

• Strong communication, presentation and negotiation skills.

• Confident building relationships at senior management and director level.

• Organised, proactive and capable of managing multiple opportunities.