BD Manager

Business Development Manager at Innovative Architecture Practice in London

Are you a dynamic confident and organized Business Development Manager looking for an exciting opportunity at an awardwinning architecture practice This innovative and ambitious design studio known for its impactful projects across the globe is seeking a skilled Business Development Manager to join their thriving team in South East London.

About the Role

As a Business Development Manager you will play a crucial role in the studio’s operations team reporting directly to the Director of Business Development. You will work closely with the Managing Director Bidding Manager inhouse legal team and business development teams in New York Copenhagen Barcelona Los Angeles and Shenzhen. Your primary focus will be on the UK market with opportunities to explore new submarkets and sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop content independently while discussing key strategy points with the Director of Business Development.
• Create initiatives that support the acquisition of projects and new business.
• Strengthen the studio’s presence and positioning in existing markets primarily in the UK.
• Open new submarkets and sectors leading new business initiatives and managing the pipeline.
• Maintain and expand connections with clients consultants and collaborators.
• Lead and deliver special projects and proactive activities.
• Run several simultaneous pursuits from start to finish with limited oversight including turning leads into projects and coordinating technical and commercial proposals.
• Vet all RFPs/RFQs/RFIs and oversee submissions presenting strategic ideas that distinguish the firm’s submissions.
• Host meetings with potential clients lead followups and develop recommendations for new projects.
• Give office and project tours to clients consultants and VIPs.
• Represent the studio at events and conferences in the UK.
• Conduct market research and develop marketing materials.
• Participate in leadership pipeline meetings and global business development meetings.
• Maintain CRM databases and present reports on new and potential projects.
• Prepare regular status updates both adhoc and weekly.
• Take initiative and bring innovative ideas to the table.
• Interface with internal departments to complete tasks (i.e. bidding operations legal).

About You

• 46 years of experience in a similar position within the construction industry.
• Solid understanding of architecture building procedures and urban planning in the UK; experience in the Middle East is a plus.
• Ability to strategize new business development initiatives and run multiple simultaneous pursuits with limited oversight.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills with a proactive and independent approach.
• Selfdiscipline and confidence in an adhoc environment.
• Experience with CRM systems (experience with Sugar is a plus).
• Proficiency in MS Office and Adobe Creative Suite particularly InDesign.
• Excellence in English both spoken and written.

Application Process

This is a fulltime position based in the studio’s London office. Candidates must have permission to live and work in the UK. Salary will be subject to experience and qualifications. Relevant applicants will be interviewed on an ongoing basis.

Why Join Us

This studio values diversity as part of its core DNA. With a multitude of cultures and backgrounds the team gains new insights and perspectives that enhance their work and the built environment. The studio is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and takes affirmative action to employ equally regardless of race color ancestry religion sex national origin sexual orientation age citizenship marital status disability or gender identity.

If you are ready to take on this exciting role and contribute to the growth and success of an awardwinning architecture practice apply now. Submit your application via the ‘apply for job’ button below. We look forward to hearing from you!