Client Project Manager - Sales & Account Growth
Client-facing project manager and business development role in property maintenance and refurbishment: win new clients, prepare quotations, coordinate engineers, suppliers and subcontractors through delivery, and manage invoicing and payments, using AI tools like ChatGPT. Fully remote from South Africa, working UK business hours.
- Compensation
- ZAR 26K–ZAR 34K / mo
- Location
- South Africa
- Work setup
- Remote
- Seniority
- Not specified
- Employment
- Not specified
- Experience
- 2+ years
- Category
- Project management
- Posted
Skills
Must have
- At least 2 years of experience in property maintenance, refurbishment, construction, or related trade services
- Demonstrated success winning new business, converting quotations, or developing existing client accounts
- Strong sales and business development capabilities
- Excellent relationship-building and client management skills
- Confident negotiation skills and understanding of pricing, project costs, supplier negotiations, and profit margins
- Practical knowledge of property maintenance and refurbishment trades
- Hands-on experience using ChatGPT or similar AI tools with practical productivity examples
- Genuine curiosity about AI, automation, and emerging technologies
- Experience coordinating multiple stakeholders (clients, engineers, suppliers, subcontractors)
- Strong project coordination and organizational skills; able to manage several projects simultaneously
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Confidence using CRM platforms, job tracking systems, and Microsoft Office applications
- Experience working toward commercial targets and contributing to operational improvements
- Proactive, accountable, solution-oriented mindset
- Ability to work independently in a remote environment while staying accessible and responsive
- Own remote setup: reliable modern computer, dual monitors, quality webcam and headset, fast internet, dedicated quiet home office
- Availability to work UK business hours (08:00–17:00, Mon–Fri) supporting UK-based clients and teams
Nice to have
- Degree in any discipline (advantage, not mandatory)
- Flexibility for occasional weekend availability
Full description
This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Client Project Manager – Sales & Account Growth based in South Africa.
We are looking for a commercially driven Client Project Manager to generate new business, strengthen client relationships, and drive profitable growth within the property maintenance and refurbishment sector. In this role, you will manage the entire client journey, from identifying sales opportunities and preparing competitive quotations to coordinating project delivery and ensuring timely payments. You will act as the main point of contact for clients, suppliers, engineers, and subcontractors, ensuring projects are delivered efficiently and profitably. Combining sales expertise with practical trade knowledge, you will identify opportunities to expand existing accounts and secure repeat business. You will also leverage AI-powered tools and automation to streamline workflows, improve productivity, and enhance the customer experience. This is an exciting opportunity to join a growing international business with a performance-driven culture, significant ownership, and opportunities to contribute to innovative operational improvements.
Accountabilities:
- Business Development and Account Growth
- Proactively identify and acquire new clients through outbound sales, referrals, networking, and other business development activities.
- Convert incoming enquiries into confirmed projects through responsive communication, persuasive proposals, and consistent follow-up.
- Build and maintain strong client relationships, understanding their property portfolios, requirements, and priorities.
- Identify additional maintenance and refurbishment opportunities within existing accounts to generate new quotations and increase revenue.
- Follow up on commercial opportunities, handle objections confidently, and guide prospective clients toward purchasing decisions.
- Manage the sales pipeline, monitor quotation conversion rates, and take ownership of client revenue growth.
- Quotation Development and Commercial Negotiation
- Understand client requirements and coordinate engineers, subcontractors, and suppliers to obtain surveys, technical information, and specialist input when required.
- Prepare accurate, competitive, and clearly itemized quotations, including project scope, pricing, and exclusions.
- Negotiate pricing, availability, and commercial terms with suppliers and subcontractors while maintaining quality standards and protecting profit margins.
- Develop reliable supplier and subcontractor relationships to ensure competitive pricing and dependable project delivery.