Account Manager

A leading contractor within the civil engineering and infrastructure sector is seeking an ambitious Account Manager to support its busy sales team. Based in Derby, this role is central to developing strong client relationships, identifying new opportunities, and ensuring first-class customer satisfaction.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated individual with strong communication, organisational, and project management skills to join a dynamic and supportive environment. Offering a clear career progression, this position provides the platform to make a real impact and grow within a forward-thinking business.

Key Account Manager Salary & Benefits

Salary up to £35,000 depending on experience

25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, with an option to buy or sell leave.

Cycle to Work, Birthday Bonus, Discount Portal, Company Events, and Savings Scheme.

Family-Focused Support : Enhanced Maternity, Paternity, and Adoption Leave

Access to support services for personal and professional wellbeing.

Performance Bonus.

Learning & Development : Continuous training and career progression opportunities.

A collaborative and dynamic work environment with excellent growth potential.

Account Manager Job Overview

Act as the primary point of contact for clients, building strong relationships and ensuring excellent service.

Support the sales team with tender submissions, proposals, and follow-up communications.

Manage and update the CRM with accurate client information, project status, and opportunities.

Identify new sales leads through client engagement, procurement portals, and industry events.

Collaborate with internal teams to deliver solutions that meet client needs and drive growth.

Provide regular pipeline updates to the Regional Sales Manager, supporting business development strategy.

Account Manager Job Requirements

Previous Sales or Account management experience

Experience of the Construction or Civil Engineering sector

Previous use of a CRM system

Knowledge of Quality Submissions

Ability to research trend and market data

Experience of the BID Management process

Organised with Project Management skills

Excellent Microsoft office experience

Full UK Driving Licence

Bennett and Game Recruitment are a multi-disciplined technical recruitment agency based in Chichester, West Sussex operating across the UK with specialist teams covering a range of industries.

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