S2M is recruiting for a Business Development Manager to join a design‑led commercial fit‑out & construction environment, focusing on the sub‑$3M project market, predominantly office, with other sectors as required.
You’ll work alongside a Pre‑Construction Manager who handles the larger, more complex end of the market.
Your remit is the front‑end engine of growth: research, stakeholder mapping, outreach, and relationship nurturing across both B2B and B2C channels to generate qualified leads and tenders.
This role suits someone hungry, proactive, and confident in outreach—someone who loves building pipelines, spotting opportunities, and opening doors.
About the Role
- Lead generation through structured research, stakeholder mapping, and targeted outreach
- Build and maintain a strong pipeline of commercial fit‑out opportunities under $3M
- Conduct outreach across B2B and B2C clients, including cold calling and proactive engagement
- Nurture relationships to convert leads into tenders and long‑term partnerships
- Collaborate with marketing on campaigns and client engagement initiatives
- Maintain accurate CRM records and pipeline reporting (Salesforce)
- Use Arealytics and BCI Central to identify emerging opportunities
- Work closely with internal teams to ensure seamless handover and project alignment
- Uphold WHS, quality, and environmental standards in all BD activity
What You’ll Bring
- Minimum 2 years’ experience in Business Development
- Background in construction or adjacent industries (architecture, trades, design, property, etc.)
- Research and cold‑calling/outreach skills are essential
- Strong relationship‑building and communication skills
- Experience in Account Management (desirable)
- Proficiency with Salesforce or similar CRM
- Ability to identify, qualify, and nurture opportunities
- Market awareness and comfort with technology and analytics tools
Why This Role?
- High‑impact position driving growth in a respected commercial fit‑out environment
- Clear focus area: sub‑$3M projects, giving you ownership of a defined market segment
- Work alongside a Pre‑Construction Manager handling major projects—your pipeline feeds the engine
- Salary up to $120K + Super
- Permanent, full‑time role with long‑term career potential
