A well-established and growing specialist contractor in piling, ground engineering, and civil works has recently expanded into South Australia, opening a new office in Adelaide. We’re seeking a driven and well-connected Business Development Manager to lead the charge in generating leads, securing projects, and building client relationships across the region.
This is a pivotal role with strong support from a national leadership team, offering the autonomy to make your mark in the local market.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive business development efforts across South Australia, focusing on piling, shoring, retention systems, and ground improvement solutions
- Build a sustainable pipeline of project opportunities across the infrastructure, commercial, industrial, and civil sectors
- Develop and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers – including contractors, developers, consultants, and asset owners
- Lead preparation of proposals, capability statements, and tender submissions, in collaboration with the estimating and engineering teams
- Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and upcoming projects to ensure strategic positioning
- Represent the company at networking events, site meetings, and industry forums
- Proven track record in business development, estimating, or delivery within piling, ground engineering, or civil construction
- Established network within the South Australian construction or infrastructure sectors
- Technically savvy with a good understanding of geotechnical construction and ground engineering methods
- Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with a proactive and relationship-focused approach
- Comfortable working autonomously in a regional office environment with national support
- Tertiary qualification in engineering, construction, or related field preferred but not essential
- Key role in shaping and growing a new regional presence
- Supportive and technically strong team with a national footprint
- Competitive salary package + performance-based incentives (commission) + vehicle/allowance
- Genuine long-term career opportunity with a company known for quality, reliability, and technical capability
- $150k and above (depending on experience).