Head of Client Relations & Business Development – Commercial ConstructionSenior leadership role | National design and construction business | 12-month contract with genuine permanent potentialOur client is a leading national design and construction business delivering complex, high-end commercial architectural projects across Australia.They are seeking an experienced Head of Client Relations & Business Development to lead an established client-facing team, strengthen key market relationships and improve the conversion of major design and construction opportunities.This is a highly visible senior leadership position, initially on a 12-month contract, with a genuine opportunity to transition into a permanent role for the right person.The OpportunityThis is not a traditional high-volume sales management role.
The position requires a commercially astute, relationship-led leader who understands how complex commercial projects are identified, influenced and converted through early engagement with clients, architects, designers, project managers, consultants and construction partners.You will lead the Client Relations and Business Development function, develop the team and work closely with pre-construction and senior leadership to strengthen pipeline quality, client engagement and project conversion.Key ResponsibilitiesLead, coach and develop the Client Relations and Business Development teamBuild a collaborative, accountable and high-performing team cultureStrengthen relationships with workplace clients, architects, designers, project managers,



consultants and construction partnersIdentify and develop major commercial project opportunitiesImprove the quality, visibility and progression of the sales pipelineWork closely with pre-construction to improve prospect qualification and conversionLead important client meetings, project presentations and commercial discussionsImprove CRM discipline, forecasting accuracy and commercial reportingRepresent the business confidently with senior clients and industry stakeholdersProvide market insight and commercial guidance to the leadership teamAbout youYou will ideally bring:Senior leadership experience within commercial construction, design and construction, architecture, workplace, building products or a related project-driven sectorDemonstrated experience leading and developing client-facing, business development or commercial teamsA strong understanding of complex, consultative and relationship-led project salesExperience engaging early in the project lifecycle and influencing commercial outcomesCredibility with senior clients, architects, designers, consultants, project managers and contractorsExcellent presentation, negotiation and relationship-building capabilityAn understanding of D&C; methodology,



pre-construction and complex project deliveryA collaborative, grounded and low-ego leadership styleYou will be an approachable and emotionally intelligent leader who can coach experienced people, provide clarity and accountability, challenge thinking constructively and build trust across the business.Why consider this opportunity?
Lead an established national client-facing functionWork on complex and high-profile commercial projectsJoin a respected design and construction business with a strong market presenceInfluence client strategy, pipeline quality and project conversionGenuine opportunity to transition into a permanent leadership roleThis position would suit an experienced commercial leader who enjoys developing people, building trusted client relationships and helping convert complex opportunities into successful design and construction projects.Unlock job insightsHirer responsiveness Salary match Number of applicantsYour application will include the following questions:Which of the following statements best describes your right to work in Australia?
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Head of Business Development & Client PartnershipsCONCRETE PARTNERSHIPS PTY LTDNorth Shore & Northern Beaches, Sydney NSW12d agoResearching careers?
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📌 Head Of Client Relations & Business Development – Commercial Construction (New South Wales)
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