Hybrid Key Account Manager – Construction & Infrastructure

at Reconomy

• Job title: Key Account Manager – Construction & Infrastructure
• Job type: Full Time
• Experience level: Mid level, Senior
• Salary: Not specified
• Degree requirement: Bachelor's Degree
• Location requirements: Hybrid, Doncaster, United Kingdom

About the role

• Key Account Manager responsible for managing key accounts within the construction and infrastructure sector. Working towards clients' sustainability goals while driving circular economy initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Manage and grow a portfolio of corporate clients within the construction and infrastructure sector, ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
• Identify opportunities to expand existing accounts and secure new business within the sector, aligning customer needs with our waste and resource management solutions.
• Develop a deep understanding of clients’ sustainability objectives, advising on best practices and solutions to reduce waste, increase recycling, and support circular economy initiatives.
• Lead negotiations to secure long-term contracts that deliver value for both the customer and Reconomy.
• Track account performance and prepare reports on service levels, cost savings, and environmental benefits delivered.
• Work closely with internal teams, including operations, marketing, and sustainability experts, to ensure seamless service delivery and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Proven experience in account management, business development, or sales, within the construction, infrastructure and/or waste management sectors.
• Strong understanding of the waste management industry, circular economy principles and sustainability challenges facing the construction sector.
• Excellent negotiation, communication and presentation skills with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Proactive, customer-focused, and driven to achieve results, with a passion for sustainability and a waste-free future.
• Relevant degree or professional qualifications in business, environmental science, engineering, or a related field is desirable.
• Full UK Driving Licence.

Benefits

• **Financial perks:** Pension scheme, length of service rewards, referral bonuses and a bonus scheme applicable to this position.
• **Exclusive discounts:** MyPerks platform, Cycle to Work scheme, gym membership discounts, and skip hire discounts.
• **Health & wellbeing:** Flu jabs, eyecare vouchers, and an Employee Assistance Programme.
• **Mental health support:** Confidential counselling, MyPerks Wellbeing Centre, and access to trained Mental Health First Aiders.
• **Family-friendly:** Enhanced maternity/paternity leave, birthday off, and holiday trading scheme.
• **Community engagement:** Volunteer days and collaboration with local charities.
• **Generous holiday:** Plus buy/sell options.
• **Employee voice:** Regular “My Voice” surveys and follow-up check-ins to drive meaningful change.
• **Company Car:** Benefit from an eco-friendly electric or hybrid company car.