Business Development Manager

Interlinx Consulting Ltd; England; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading electrical contractor in the United Kingdom seeks a dynamic Business Development Manager for the rail or energy sector. You will shape growth strategies and identify new opportunities across the UK and Ireland. The ideal candidate has proven experience in business development, excels in communication and negotiation, and has a strong understanding of engineering project environments. This role offers a competitive salary, performance-related bonus, and opportunities for professional development within a supportive engineering team.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance-related bonus

Opportunities for professional development

Flexible working

Qualifications

• Proven business development experience within the rail or energy sectors.
• Strong understanding of engineering project environments.
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic business development plan for the rail or energy sectors.
• Identify, qualify, and secure new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients and partners.

Skills

Business development experience

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Relationship-building skills

Job description

Business Development Manager Rail or Energy Sector (Midlands)

My client a leading electrical contractor who deliver work to the highest standards across three core sectors: rail, offshore, and private network operations. From on-site technical engineering to full production oversight, they manage every stage of the project lifecycle with integrity, expertise, and commitment.

The Role

We are seeking a dynamic Business Development Manager with proven experience in the rail or energy sector. You will play a critical role in shaping the growth strategy, identifying new opportunities, and strengthening relationships with clients and industry stakeholders. This is a brand-new role covering the UK and Ireland to seek and win new projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement a strategic business development plan for the rail or energy sectors.
• Identify, qualify, and secure new business opportunities and long‑term contracts.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and industry bodies.
• Lead bid strategies, proposals, and tender submissions in collaboration with internal engineering teams.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and sector developments to inform strategy.
• Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and client meetings.
• Work closely with project and technical teams to ensure client requirements are understood and delivered effectively.

About You

• Proven business development experience within the rail or energy (offshore or private networks) sectors.
• Strong understanding of engineering project environments
• Outstanding communication, negotiation, and relationship‑building skills.
• Commercially astute with a track record of winning new business.
• Self‑motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Full UK driving licence and willingness to travel when required.

What s on offer

• Competitive salary and performance‑related bonus
• Opportunities for professional development and career progression
• A supportive and highly experienced engineering team
• Flexible and hybrid working

How to Apply

If you are passionate about driving growth and supporting high‑quality engineering solutions, we would love to hear from you.