Business Development Manager

The Opportunity

Pacific Talent Partners has been exclusively retained to appoint a Business Development Manager for a highly regarded national construction and commercial fit-out business. Known for their breakthrough thinking, they hold a strong presence in delivering end-to-end projects across specialised sectors. This is a unique, highly confidential opportunity to drive strategic growth in key markets, specifically targeting developer-led projects and the childcare sector, while working within an organisation that deeply values its family business roots and people-first culture.

The role

Reporting to the General Manager, you will be the driving force behind new commercial opportunities. This role requires a high-energy, proactive professional with a hunter mindset. You will leverage your commercial real estate network and technical knowledge to generate high-quality leads, maintain project momentum, and ensure the business remains the preferred vendor for complex construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Drive targeted lead generation with a specialised focus on unlocking opportunities within developer-led projects and the childcare sector.
• Maintain a high-velocity outbound approach, creatively building and expanding an extensive network of commercial agents, developers, and industry contacts.
• Leverage a strong understanding of commercial construction, building codes, and standards to navigate technical details and build deep trust with clients.
• Ensure accurate and analytical use of CRM systems to track qualified lead volumes, monitor pipeline health, and prepare critical data for strategic meetings.
• Collaborate seamlessly across the internal team, aligning with established lead generation methodologies and championing the organisation's core values.

Core Competencies

• An exceptionally driven, high-energy professional who is hungry, humble, and smart, possessing the resilience to push through setbacks and maintain momentum.
• A strong background in commercial real estate, ideally with commercial leasing or selling experience, combined with a robust existing network of developers and agents.
• A solid foundational understanding of the construction industry, with a commitment to continuous technical improvement to clearly address complex project aspects.
• Strategic networking capabilities, with existing connections in the childcare sector considered a significant advantage.
• Highly process-driven, with a demonstrated ability to adopt proven methodologies, utilise company tools effectively, and align with a collaborative culture that treats people well.

We anticipate a high volume of interest and encourage all expressions of interest to apply directly. All applications will be handled with the strictest confidence and will be acknowledged upon receipt. Further details can be provided upon application. Applicants must hold unrestricted Australian working rights.

This search is led by Lachlan Kanaan, who can be contacted at ***email_hidden***