Business Development SpecialistConstruction

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.