Business Development SpecialistConstruction

About this role

Salary Range: - $60k–$90k per annum

About the Role: HD Contractor Ltd is seeking a motivated Business Development Specialist to join our Additions & Alterations (A&A) team. The successful candidate will be responsible for converting warm leads, building long-term client relationships, preparing quotations and cost estimates, and driving business growth across Auckland and surrounding areas, including Hamilton.

Key Responsibilities:

Sales & Client Management: - Follow up on warm leads and client enquiries. - Conduct site visits and consultations to understand client requirements. - Provide professional advice and prepare quotations, cost estimates, and scope breakdowns. - Negotiate and close sales while maintaining strong client relationships.

Estimation & Costing: - Prepare quantity take-offs and cost estimates. - Calculate material and labour costs for renovation projects. - Ensure pricing meets company margin targets.

Business Development: - Develop new business through networking and referrals. - Identify new renovation opportunities. - Build long-term relationships with repeat clients. - Support the growth of the A&A department.

Project Coordination: - Act as the main liaison between clients and internal teams. - Coordinate with purchasing and site supervisors. - Ensure smooth communication throughout the project lifecycle.

Requirements: - Minimum 1 year of experience in construction sales, renovation coordination, or a related role. - Experience in construction, renovation, project costing, or quotation preparation is preferred. - Ability to interpret basic construction drawings and prepare cost estimates. - Basic knowledge of material and labour costing. - Strong communication, negotiation, organisation, and customer relationship skills. - Commercially minded and confident discussing pricing and project scope. - Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and email. - Self-motivated, detail-oriented, and able to work independently and in a team. - NZ Full Driver Licence. - Tertiary qualification in construction, business, or a related field is preferred but not essential.