Business Development Manager Full Time
D R Nolans & Co - Quantity Surveying & Cost Consultancy
Build relationships. Shape strategy. Help lead the next chapter of a 100-year-old consultancy.
D R Nolans & Co is a respected, long established Quantity Surveying and Cost Consultancy practice known for delivering trusted, independent advice across construction and property projects from historic buildings to prime and super-prime residential developments.
As we continue to grow, we're looking for a Business Development Manager who understands the Quantity Surveying and Construction Consultancy sector and can expand our client base, strengthen existing relationships, and bring fresh energy to how we position the practice within the industry.
What's in it for you?
- Competitive salary (£45K - £55K DOE) plus uncapped commission
- Genuine career growth with real development pathways and L&D support
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays
- Private health insurance including dental & optical, with options to add family members
- Hybrid working, with access to our Maidstone HQ and London office, plus travel to client sites across London and the South East
- Flexible working arrangements to support work-life balance.
- A wellbeing-focused culture with a Mental Health First Aider and regular wellbeing conversations
- A connected, supportive team, social events and team lunches included
- Strong benefits package, pension + company phone
What you'll be doing
You'll be at the forefront of our growth building relationships, creating opportunities and positioning DR Nolans & Co as the go-to consultancy for trusted cost advice.
Your work will blend strategic thinking with genuine human connection.
In a nutshell, you will:
- Drive new business, build a healthy pipeline and convert opportunities
- Manage and grow client relationships to create long-term partnerships
- Represent the practice at networking events, industry forums and exhibitions
- Work closely with Directors and Senior QSs to shape proposals and win work
- Use market insight to spot trends, opportunities and competitor activity
What we're looking for
We are looking for someone who understands the services we provide and the consultancy sector in which we operate. Experience within a Quantity Surveying, Cost Consultancy or Construction Consultancy environment is therefore essential.
You may already be working in a business development role within the industry or be a Quantity Surveyor or construction professional looking for a new challenge in a commercially focused position. You'll be a confident communicator who enjoys building relationships, creating opportunities and representing a professional consultancy in the market.
The successful candidate will be able to build credibility with clients and industry professionals through their understanding of the construction and property sectors and the value of the services we deliver.
This is an opportunity to join a long-established consultancy where your ideas are heard, your development matters and your contribution can help shape the future growth of the business. If you're proactive, relationship-focused and motivated to make an impact, you'll thrive here.
If you're interested, we'd love to hear from you.
Please note: Applicants must have the right to work in the UK. We are not able to offer visa sponsorship for this role.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: £45,000.00-£55,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Company events
- Company pension
- Free parking
- Health & wellbeing programme
- Private medical insurance
Application question(s):
- Do you have experience working within a Quantity Surveying, Cost Consultancy or Construction Consultancy environment?
- Are you authorised to work in the UK without requiring visa sponsorship?
- Do you hold a full UK driving licence?
- Are you willing to travel to client meetings across London and the South East?
- How many years of Business Development experience do you have?
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Maidstone ME15 0PP
