Business Development Manager - M&E Market

Cento

  • London
  • Permanent
  • Full-time
  • 1 month ago
Location: London & Surrounding Areas
Salary: Competitive base + Uncapped CommissionAn established and fast-growing provider of life safety and security systems is looking to appoint a Business Development professional with experience in the M&E and construction sector, focused on winning Fire & Security installation projects.This role is ideal for someone with strong industry connections, a track record of securing project-based work, and the commercial acumen to influence specifications and tender outcomes.About the RoleYou’ll take the lead on identifying and securing new Fire & Security installation opportunities within major capital and construction projects. Targeting M&E contractors, consultants, and Tier 1 builders, you’ll manage the entire pre-contract process—supported by internal estimating and technical teams—to present compliant and commercially competitive bids.Key Responsibilities
  • Proactively generate new business across the M&E and construction sectors
  • Build strong relationships with M&E contractors, specifiers, consultants, and quantity surveyors
  • Influence early-stage project specifications to position Fire & Security solutions
  • Support tender responses, working closely with pre-construction and estimating teams
  • Contribute to cross-discipline proposals on large-scale projects with other internal business units
  • Track project pipelines and maintain detailed CRM reporting
What We’re Looking For
  • Proven success securing Fire & Security installation work within M&E or construction environments
  • Strong commercial understanding of tendering, pricing, and project margins
  • Established network within the M&E contractor and consultant community
  • Technical understanding of Fire Alarms, CCTV, Access Control, and relevant standards
  • Self-starter with a solution-focused, consultative sales approach
What’s on Offer
  • Competitive basic salary with uncapped commission
  • 23 days holiday (rising with service), plus bank holidays
  • Company car or car allowance
  • Company comprehensive benefit package
Looking to work on high-profile projects in a supportive, high-performing team?
Apply now for a confidential conversation.

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