Business Development & Contracts Manager (Self-Employed)
Location: London & South East (Hybrid / Site Based)
Company: AboveBoard Group
Salary: £40,000 per year (Self-Employed) + Uncapped Commission + Performance Bonus
About AboveBoard Group
AboveBoard Group is a fast-growing commercial air conditioning and HVAC contractor based in London. We specialise in the installation, maintenance and refurbishment of commercial air conditioning systems across London and the South East.
Due to continued growth and an increasing pipeline of commercial projects, we are looking for an ambitious Business Development & Contracts Manager to help grow the company by bringing in new business while managing projects from enquiry through to completion.
This is an excellent opportunity for someone with strong industry connections who wants the freedom of self-employment with uncapped earning potential.
The Role
We are looking for someone who already has experience within the UK commercial HVAC industry and can confidently manage the full lifecycle of projects.
You will be responsible for identifying and securing new opportunities, pricing projects, managing clients and ensuring projects are delivered successfully.
Key Responsibilities
- Generate new business opportunities and build long-term client relationships.
- Develop relationships with main contractors, developers, consultants and commercial end users.
- Price commercial air conditioning projects from drawings and specifications.
- Prepare quotations and negotiate contracts.
- Manage projects from contract award through to completion.
- Source and negotiate with subcontract installation teams.
- Raise purchase orders and organise procurement of materials.
- Coordinate labour, suppliers and subcontractors.
- Attend site meetings and carry out regular site visits across London and the South East.
- Ensure projects are delivered safely, on programme and within budget.
- Manage project variations and maximise profitability.
- Produce regular progress updates for clients.
- Liaise with our accounts department regarding applications, invoicing and subcontractor payments.
- Maintain excellent client relationships to encourage repeat business and referrals.
What We're Looking For
- Minimum 5 years' experience within the commercial HVAC or Air Conditioning industry.
- Previous experience as a Contracts Manager, Project Manager, Business Development Manager or Estimator.
- Ability to read construction and M&E drawings.
- Strong commercial awareness.
- Experience pricing commercial air conditioning installations.
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
- Existing relationships with contractors, consultants or commercial clients would be a significant advantage.
- Full UK Driving Licence.
What We Offer
- Self-employed position.
- £48,000 annual retainer.
- Uncapped commission on new business secured.
- Performance bonuses.
- Flexible working.
- Opportunity to build and lead the contracts division.
- Work with a rapidly expanding and ambitious business.
- Long-term opportunity with genuine career progression.
Why Join AboveBoard Group?
We're not looking for someone to simply manage projects—we're looking for someone who wants to help build something.
If you have the experience, industry contacts and drive to bring in profitable work while delivering high-quality commercial air conditioning projects, we'd love to hear from you.
Pay: £48,000.00 per year
Work Location: Hybrid remote in London
