Business Developemnt Manager (Private Networks)

Advance TRS; Wakefield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading UK recruitment consultancy is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth in major electrical infrastructure projects across Yorkshire and the South. The successful candidate will identify and secure opportunities, build relationships with major players in the sector, and lead the capture process for high-value projects. Candidates should have a strong track record in business development within electrical infrastructure, excellent communication skills, and a willingness to travel. Competitive package offered.

Qualifications

• Strong business development track record in major electrical infrastructure or grid-scale renewable projects.
• Understanding of major project procurement routes.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure opportunities within major projects.
• Build relationships with contractors and developers.
• Lead capture process for multimillion-pound projects.
• Coordinate with internal teams to structure solutions.
• Develop strategic account plans.
• Deliver accurate pipeline management and reporting.

Skills

Business development track record in electrical infrastructure

Understanding of procurement routes

Ability to lead strategic pursuits

Strong commercial acumen

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Business Development Manager - Major Projects & Major Networks (North & South Regions)

Role Purpose: To drive growth in the organisation's portfolio of major electrical infrastructure projects, including EHV/HV networks, private networks, new grid connections, and large-scale infrastructure schemes. This position targets strategic clients across Yorkshire and the South, focusing on long-cycle, high-value project wins.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and secure opportunities within major projects, private networks, and large-scale electrical infrastructure.
• Build and manage relationships with major contractors, developers, consultants, DNOs/IDNOs, renewable energy providers, and industrial clients.
• Lead the capture process for multimillion-pound projects - from early engagement to contract negotiation.
• Coordinate with internal design, engineering, commercial, and project delivery teams to structure compelling technical and commercial solutions.
• Maintain a deep understanding of the UK power networks market, including EHV/HV infrastructure, grid constraints, and regulatory drivers.
• Develop strategic account plans and long-term partnership opportunities.
• Deliver accurate pipeline management, forecasting, and regular reporting to leadership.
• Represent the organisation at industry events and engage with stakeholders across the wider energy and infrastructure ecosystem.

Skills & Experience

• Strong business development track record within major electrical infrastructure, EHV/HV networks, utility contracting, or grid-scale renewable/energy projects.
• Understanding of major project procurement routes, NEC frameworks, and large-complex design/build projects.
• Ability to lead strategic pursuits and manage high-profile client relationships.
• Strong commercial acumen and ability to shape value propositions for complex technical solutions.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
• Willingness to travel across North or the South.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.