Business Development Manager - Construction Software SaaS

Applause IT
Charing Cross, United Kingdom
5 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Part-time / full-time
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
£ 80K

Job location

Remote
Charing Cross, United Kingdom

Tech stack

Software as a Service
B2b Software

Job description

We are looking for a strategic Key Account Manager/Business Developer to manage and grow a portfolio of top-tier construction clients across the UK & Ireland. You'll act as a trusted advisor, driving digital transformation, modernising workflows, and securing long-term partnerships. This role combines strategic account management with new business development, requiring consultative selling and the ability to influence senior stakeholders., + Build and maintain long-term relationships with leading construction clients.

  • Act as the main point of contact for onboarding, adoption, and ongoing software use.
  • Identify and secure upsell and cross-sell opportunities.
  • Develop and execute regional account strategies.
  • Monitor account performance to ensure maximum ROI.
  • Host workshops, webinars, user groups, and events.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Product, and Consulting teams to ensure seamless client experience.
  • Manage renewals and contract extensions, mitigating churn.
  • Represent the company at industry events and client meetings.

Requirements

  • 5-10 years' experience in B2B software sales, Key Account Management, or Business Development.

  • Proven success in hybrid Hunter/Farmer roles (approx. 70/30).

  • Experience managing complex accounts and long sales cycles.

  • Strong understanding of construction processes: tendering, estimating, cost management, billing, procurement.

  • Passion for digitalisation and modern construction workflows.

  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills; able to influence C-level executives.

  • Customer-first mindset with a track record of delivering long-term value.

  • Willingness to travel across the UK & Ireland; occasional international travel. Desirable

  • Experience selling construction, estimating, project management, BIM, or cost management software.

  • Established network within the UK construction sector.

  • Familiarity with digitalisation initiatives or integrated project delivery.

Benefits & conditions

Salary: Circa 70-75K base + Uncapped Commission (Double OTE) + Bonus | Full-time, + Competitive salary + bonus & employee perks.

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