Sales Manager

Job description

Position: Business Development / Sales Manager

Sector: Building Services (Project Management & Maintenance Contracts)

Location: S/E London base but predominantly Hybrid

Salary: £60,000 base + commission

Additional Benefits: Company car allowance, laptop, mobile, expenses

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced and driven Business Development / Sales Manager to lead sales growth within the building services sector, with a focus on both project management solutions and planned/reactive maintenance contracts.

This is a key commercial role requiring a proactive individual with an established network of contacts, strong technical understanding of building services, and the ability to secure new business quickly.

Key Responsibilities

Business Development & Sales

• Identify, target, and secure new business opportunities in building services (projects & maintenance).
• Leverage existing industry contacts to generate immediate revenue.
• Develop and maintain a robust sales pipeline aligned with company growth targets.
• Prepare and deliver client presentations, proposals, and bids.
• Respond to tenders and negotiate contracts to closure.

Client Relationship Management

• Build long-term relationships with consultants, FM companies, property managers, landlords, and end users.
• Conduct regular client meetings to understand requirements and promote service offerings.
• Provide exceptional customer service to ensure client retention and repeat business.

Commercial & Strategic Responsibilities

• Develop sales strategies to penetrate key market sectors.
• Achieve and exceed revenue and margin targets.
• Work closely with internal teams (projects, engineering, maintenance) to ensure smooth handover of secured work.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and industry developments.

Skills, Experience & Qualifications

Essential

• Proven track record in business development or sales within the building services / M&E / FM sector.
• Strong understanding of both project delivery (HVAC, electrical, mechanical, refurbishments) and maintenance contracts.
• Existing industry network and the ability to bring in work quickly.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Ability to work autonomously, set priorities, and drive results.
• Full UK driving licence.

Desirable

• Experience selling into commercial, residential, industrial, or public-sector environments.
• Knowledge of PPM planning, reactive call-out services, and compliance.
• Technical background (mechanical or electrical engineering) beneficial but not essential.

What We Offer

• Competitive £60k base salary + uncapped commission.
• Company car allowance.
• Supportive leadership team and strong technical delivery capability.
• Opportunity to shape the sales strategy and significantly influence business growth.
• Long-term progression opportunities within a growing organisation.

Extra information

Status

Open

Education Level

Secondary School

Location

City of London

Type of Contract

Full-time jobs

Published at

05-02-2026

Profession type

Technical

Full UK/EU driving license preferred

No

Car Preferred

No

Must be eligible to work in the EU

No

Cover Letter Required

No

Languages

English