Business Development Manager (Fire Suppression / M&E)

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Job information

  • Location: Hull, England
  • Job type: Permanent
  • Job sector: Sales & Technical
  • Salary: £40000 - £45000 per annum + + £4,800 Car Allowance
  • Published: 28 April 2026

Business Development Manager (Fire Suppression / M&E)

£40,000 – £45,000 + £4,800 Car Allowance + 25 days holiday + bonus

Home-based with UK travel

Are you a Business Development Manager with a background in fire suppression, M&E or building services, looking to work for an SME who manufacture their own products?

Are you looking to join a highly innovative company which provides industrial water mist systems to protect hospitals, museums, tunnels and critical power systems, where you will be in a client-facing role?

The successful candidate will provide focus on generating new business and securing projects. Given the nature of the work, the successful candidate will also remain involved in projects through early stages to ensure a smooth transition from sale to delivery

The role:

  • Generate new business and build a strong project pipeline
  • Develop relationships with consultants, contractors, and key clients
  • Track opportunities from enquiry through to order
  • Support quotations, proposals, and commercial discussions
  • Remain involved post-award to support project handover and early coordination
  • Attend client meetings, site visits, and presentations

The person:

  • Experience in construction, M&E, or fire industry
  • Strong commercial mindset with the ability to close deals

If you are interested in this role, click ‘apply now’ to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV.

Reference Number: BBBH25058

Keywords: Business Development Manager, M&E, Plumbing, Hydraulics, Water Systems, Pumps, Wiring, Nozzles, Water Mist Systems, Fire Protection

We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates. The salary advertised is a guideline for this position. The remuneration offered will be dependent on the extent of your experience, qualifications, and skill set.

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