Account Manager – Construction Innovation Cluster

About the role

We are working with an award‑winning consultancy that has secured a regional bid to drive innovation in the construction sector. Based in the Midlands, the Account Manager will lead the commercial and operational delivery of a fast‑growing off‑site, low‑carbon construction cluster.

Key responsibilities

• Own and nurture relationships across a network of 50+ members, including contractors, developers, SMEs and public‑sector partners.
• Design and deliver a high‑impact engagement programme – events, pipeline sessions, showcases and buyer forums.
• Map regional development and infrastructure pipelines and connect members to live opportunities.
• Convene and chair task groups to address demand‑side and procurement challenges.
• Identify, shape and support funding bids and innovation programmes in partnership with industry and academia.
• Align industry demand with skills and workforce initiatives, working with education and training providers.
• Produce market intelligence outputs such as pipeline maps, insights and briefing papers.
• Support long‑term strategy development, cluster growth plans and policy engagement.
• Act as the primary interface with public‑sector stakeholders and regional partners.
• Contribute to commercial sustainability through membership growth, sponsorship and funding pipelines.

Required profile

• Proven experience in membership, account management or stakeholder engagement within a trade body or similar environment.
• Strong understanding of the construction or built‑environment sector (desirable).
• Demonstrated ability to manage engagement programmes or events that deliver commercial or strategic outcomes.
• Confidence in building relationships with senior stakeholders in both private and public sectors.
• Highly organised with the ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously.

Required skills

What we offer

• Salary between £50,000‑£60,000 per year plus a benefits package.
• Flexible hybrid working arrangement based in the Midlands.
• Opportunity to play a central role in a high‑growth, future‑facing sector.
• Platform to build influence across industry, government and innovation ecosystems.
• Long‑term career development within a well‑connected and respected delivery network.