AKD seek a motivated, and dynamic Regional Manager/BDM (Electrical Biased) to join our nationwide family.

As the Cheshire Regional Manager, you will lead the commercial responsibilities within your dynamic team.  Your objective will be to ensure the efficient management and effective utilization of commercial resources, delivering profitable performance in line with the Regional Business Plan.

Key Responsibilities:

• Work collaboratively with the Company Directors to develop and manage the regional business plan.
• Recruit, train, and effectively deploy commercial & electrical installation staff.
• Developing and implementing strategic sales plans that expand the company’s customer base and solidify its presence.
• Identifying and pursuing new business opportunities for the company.
• Maximize financial returns on projects through strategic management.
• Identify and mitigate commercial risks, developing solutions as needed.
• Review and negotiate terms and conditions of contracts/subcontracts pre and post tender award.
• Monitor Business Unit costs to remain within budget constraints.
• Define the commercial parameters of contracts accurately.
• Maintain healthy cash flow within the Business Unit.
• Support estimating and bidding processes with commercial and contractual expertise.
• Contribute to the commercial requirements of pre-qualification and tender documents.
• Promote best practices and continuous improvement in all commercial processes.
• Serve as a visible commercial contact for client senior management and respond to issues as they arise.
• Ensure thorough tender handovers so that pricing strategies, risks, and opportunities are communicated effectively to the project team.
• Aid in the development and management of the Business Unit’s forecasts and Business Plan.
• Undertake other tasks as directed by the Directors.

Requirements:

• Proven experience in a lead management role (Commercial Manager, Senior Contracts Manager or Principal Duty Holder) within an electrical environment.
• Relevant qualification(s).
• Experience managing electrical projects in a contracting/end user environment.
• Experience with Trimble estimating software or similar (Not Essential).
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of the AKD family.

What we Offer:

• Hybrid Working from our Cheshire Office
• Competitive salary
• Company Car or Car Allowance
• Private Healthcare
• 32 Days Holiday
• Company Pension
• Flexibility
• Opportunities for career progression