Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager Salary: £70,000 - £80,000 + Commission + Car Allowance + Great Benefits Package! Location: Remote, with attendance to Cambridge on occasion Contracted Hours: Full-time / Permanent / 40 hours a week Overview of Role Are you a dynamic and driven professional Business Development Manager looking to make a significant impact in the high-voltage power sector? Join our team as a Business Development Manager! Reporting directly to the Power Business Unit Director, you will play a crucial role in generating new business opportunities and expanding our presence in both the ICP and DNO sectors. If you have a proven track record of identifying and securing new business, building long-term client relationships, and presenting technical solutions in the Electrical Sector, then we want to hear from you! Business Development Manager Key Accountabilities Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the high-voltage power sector Establish and maintain strong relationships with existing and potential customers Develop a deep understanding of customer needs and provide technical advice to support their requirements Collaborate with the estimating team to prepare quotes, bids, and proposals Attend industry events and exhibitions to promote the company’s services and expertise Achieve and exceed sales targets Provide regular updates to the Board on market trends, competitors, and new business opportunities Key Skills Develop and manage your own pipeline of work as a Business Development Manager Visit contacts and clients to strengthen key client relationships Create detailed proposals and quotes tailored to clients and projects Act as an intermediary and diary organiser between the client and the appropriate director or technical lead when needed Regularly follow up on quotes with potential clients Prepare bids and tenders Update the finance and production sheet daily, ensuring leads progress through the pipeline to conversion Assist the Operations Director/team in planning for new work coming through the pipeline Nurture leads by sending relevant thought leadership materials and invitations to hosted events Report on pipeline progress weekly Collaborate with the marketing team to create marketing collateral that aids conversion Serve as a “front of house” representative for the company, managing projects through to handover to the project team, and facilitating client introductions Attend networking events to better understand the industry and build connections Core Behavioural Competencies Strong technical knowledge of high-voltage construction projects Interest in topics such as power quality, renewables, sustainability, and net zero (e.g., hydrogen production, BESS), or a willingness to learn about these areas Excellent communication, negotiation, and networking skills Experience maintaining a CRM and maximizing available resources Ensure potential client requirements are met regarding technical information and proposal deadlines Professional Qualifications/Training A degree in Electrical Engineering or Fully Qualified Electrician A minimum of 3 years of experience in business development within the power sector Willingness to travel frequently - a full UK driver’s license We look forward to receiving your application for the Business Development Manager position! Apply now to take the next step in your career, please include your mobile number on your CV so I can call to discuss the next steps of your application. Dom – Utilise Recruitment .co .uk (check out our website with all our live vacancies)