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As Business Development Manager, you will be responsible for developing and securing new opportunities across the UK, positioning VSL as the contractor of choice for: Structural repairs and refurbishment; Bridge strengthening and maintenance; Post-tensioning systems (new bridge construction knowledge considered a beneficial advantage); Heavy lifting and complex structural engineering (where relevant). This role sits within our RPBLbusiness, reporting operationally into the relevant leadership team, and is focused solely on VSL’s specialist structural and repair capabilities.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients, consultants, contractors, and asset owners across sectors including infrastructure, defence, utilities, and ports
Identify and pursue new opportunities aligned with the RPBL business strategy
Drive early engagement with clients and stakeholders, presenting technical solutions and outlining VSL’s capabilities
Build and maintain a structured pipeline of opportunities across Repairs,bearing replacement and Post-Tensioning
Represent VSL at technical forums, industry events, and pre-construction meetings
Monitor market activity, competitor movements, and emerging programmes of work
Collaborate closely with Tendering, Engineering, and Delivery teams to influence winning bids
Ensure strong visibility of VSL’s Repairs and RPBL capabilities within the UK market
Requirements:
Strong experience within structural repairs, bridgeworks, or post-tensioning
Knowledge of new bridge construction and PT systems is an advantage
Understanding of UK procurement, frameworks, and stakeholder networks
Experience within a specialist contractor or major civils contractor
Demonstrated success in work winning, pre-construction, or business development
Degree in Civil Engineering or related technical field (preferred)
Strong communication skills and ability to explain technical solutions clearly
A natural relationship-builder with strong commercial mindset and persistence
Nice to have:
Knowledge of new bridge construction and PT systems
What we offer:
Significant opportunities for career development and impact