Business Development Manager Smoke Ventilation Systems (UK)

Business Development Manager Smoke Ventilation Systems (UK) Deliver compliant smoke ventilation solutions to UK housing projects, securing contracts worth £100K–£1.5mln and driving market growth. Residential construction projects face increasing pressure to meet life safety and compliance standards. Yet, many lack tailored smoke ventilation solutions. We’re hiring a Business Development Manager to grow NOVENCO’s footprint in the UK housing sector by delivering compliant, high-performance systems. Your Impact Manage full sales cycle from enquiry to handover across 10–20 active projects annually Prepare compliant proposals aligned with BS EN 12101, BS EN 1366-8, and ISO 21927-9 standards Build relationships with M&E contractors, consultants, and developers across residential and mixed-use sectors Deliver technical presentations and post-tender meetings to secure contracts worth £100K–£1,500K Attend 8–12 industry events yearly to generate leads and raise brand awareness Maintain CRM records and produce monthly sales forecasts and pipeline reports What Drives Success 3–5 years’ experience in technical sales or estimating within construction or building services Strong understanding of smoke control systems and mechanical ventilation Familiarity with UK building regulations (e.g. Approved Document B, BS EN 13501-4) Proactive communicator who builds trust and delivers tailored client solutions Ability to manage multiple bids and prioritise across fast-paced project timelines Real Impact Example Westgate Oxford Shopping Centre secured with NOVENCO’s reliable ventilation systems. Before its transformation, the old Westgate Centre was more than 40 years old and situated in the heart of Oxford, one of England’s most historic cities. Westgate Shopping Centre is the new 800,000 square feet retail and leisure destination and is now open and is home to the three-storey retail centre, together with a 1,000 space underground car park and 61 new residential properties. Two levels of safety - for this large reconstruction NOVENCO Building & Industry was contracted to design, supply, install and commission the smoke ventilation systems for the whole development. This includes mechanical smoke clearance systems for the large two-level underground car park, loading bay and service yard. All natural and mechanical AOV stair systems were also part of NOVENCO Building & Industry’s scope of delivery on this large project. Read the full case What We Offer Competitive pay, commission and employee benefits in line with company policy Car allowance 25 days’ holiday plus bank holidays Access to healthcare scheme after qualifying period Life Assurance and Critical Illness insurance Company mobile phone & laptop for occasional remote working Cycle to Work scheme & standard auto‑enrolment pension Supportive, dynamic team culture Tailored development and training opportunities Context You’ll report to the Head of System Sales and begin in a hybrid role. Travel across the UK is expected, especially for client meetings and site visits. About NOVENCO - Moving Air for a Greener & Safer World Founded in Denmark in 1947, NOVENCO Building & Industry is part of the SCHAKO Group and operates a 20,000 m² production facility in Næstved, Denmark. With ~330 employees and global reach through subsidiaries and partners, we deliver high-efficiency ventilation systems worldwide. NOVENCO UK specialises in the design, installation, and commissioning of smoke and environmental ventilation solutions that meet strict compliance standards. You can learn more on www.novenco-building.com . Interested? Click apply now! Department NOVENCO UK Locations NOVENCO Building & Industry UK Ltd - UK Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time About NOVENCO® Building & Industry A/S Engineering a Greener and Safer World At NOVENCO, we create ventilation solutions that deliver high energy efficiency with minimal environmental impact. Our mission is clear: provide sustainable systems with low life-cycle costs that meet – and consistently exceed – customer expectations. Reliability for Life Safety Our life-safety ventilation solutions are engineered for absolute reliability. Designed to meet the highest international standards, they support critical applications across numerous industries, where dependable performance is essential to safeguarding people, property and operations. Innovation Since 1947 With more than seven decades of engineering expertise, we continue to refine our products and production processes. Our automated, high-tech manufacturing, supported by advanced robotics, ensures minimal waste and maximum recyclability. This results in a product portfolio recognised for long service life, exceptional durability and proven sustainability.