Senior Business Development Manager

Posted 29 January 2026
LocationWest Midlands
Job type Permanent
Discipline Energy & Utilities

Job description

Business Development Manager – Green Energy

Our client is a well-established and growing business operating within the construction and utilities sector, with a strong and increasing focus on Green Energy solutions, including EV charging infrastructure, solar and battery projects.

Due to continued growth, they are now looking to appoint an experienced Business Development Manager to play a key role in expanding their customer base, strengthening client relationships and supporting long-term business success.

The Role

Reporting directly to the Managing Director, the Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities across the Northwest and wider UK. You will work closely with internal Sales and Design teams to deliver sales targets while maintaining excellent relationships with existing key clients.

This role would suit a commercially driven professional who enjoys building relationships, spotting opportunities and working within a collaborative, fast-moving environment.


Key responsibilities

  • Identifying and developing new business opportunities in line with agreed targets

  • Proactively generating sales leads using platforms such as Glenigan and industry websites

  • Managing and developing a portfolio of key accounts to drive repeat business

  • Liaising closely with the Design team to ensure quotations are issued within agreed timescales

  • Delivering sales presentations to internal and external stakeholders

  • Monitoring competitor activity and market trends

  • Supporting marketing and promotional activity, including events, case studies and social media

  • Producing customer analysis reports and monthly sales performance updates for Directors

  • Liaising with Commercial and Finance teams regarding payment terms and credit checks

  • Maintaining accurate CRM records and following up outstanding quotations

Candidate requirements

Experience

  • Minimum of 3 years’ experience in a Business Development or Sales role

  • Experience within construction, utilities or infrastructure is advantageous but not essential

  • Proven track record of managing customer accounts and developing long-term relationships

  • B2B sales experience with some technical exposure preferred

Skills & attributes

  • Strong planning, organisational and time-management skills

  • Excellent communication and relationship-building ability

  • Proactive, positive and solutions-focused approach

  • Comfortable working under pressure and meeting targets

  • Strong commitment to safety and customer service excellence

  • Trustworthy, reliable and a strong team player

Apply now!