Business Development Manager – Smoke Ventilation Systems
NOVENCO Building & Industry
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: United Kingdom
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Salary
💰 £100,000 - £150,000 per year
About the role
- Manage full sales cycle from enquiry to handover across 10–20 active projects annually
- Prepare compliant proposals aligned with BS EN 12101, BS EN 1366-8, and ISO 21927-9 standards
- Build relationships with M&E contractors, consultants, and developers across residential and mixed-use sectors
- Deliver technical presentations and post-tender meetings to secure contracts worth £100K–£1,500K
- Attend 8–12 industry events yearly to generate leads and raise brand awareness
- Maintain CRM records and produce monthly sales forecasts and pipeline reports
Requirements
- 3–5 years’ experience in technical sales or estimating within construction or building services
- Strong understanding of smoke control systems and mechanical ventilation
- Familiarity with UK building regulations (e.g. Approved Document B, BS EN 13501-4)
- Proactive communicator who builds trust and delivers tailored client solutions
- Ability to manage multiple bids and prioritise across fast-paced project timelines
Benefits
- Competitive pay, commission and employee benefits in line with company policy
- Car allowance
- 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays
- Access to healthcare scheme after qualifying period
- Life Assurance and Critical Illness insurance
- Company mobile phone & laptop for occasional remote working
- Cycle to Work scheme & standard auto‑enrolment pension
- Supportive, dynamic team culture
- Tailored development and training opportunities
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
technical salesestimatingsmoke control systemsmechanical ventilationsales forecastingpipeline reportingproposal preparationcompliance standardsBS EN 12101ISO 21927-9
Soft Skills
proactive communicationrelationship buildingtrust buildingclient solutionsmultitaskingprioritizationpresentation skillsnegotiationlead generationbrand awareness