Business Development Manager (Technical Engineering Background) - ICP / Utilities - Durham - £4[...]

EVEREC; North East; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy solutions company in the UK is seeking a Business Development Manager with a strong engineering background to drive business growth and develop new client relationships in the industrial and renewable energy sectors. This role offers a salary of £45k to £65k OTE, along with bonuses and a car. The ideal candidate will possess strong sales skills, excellent communication abilities, and relevant industry experience, transitioning technical knowledge into commercial advantage.

Qualifications

• Proven ability to translate technical knowledge into commercial advantage.
• Strong sales and business development skills, ideally gained within engineering or construction-related industries.
• Experience in relevant industry experience, ideally combining technical and client-facing roles.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across the UK, particularly in high-value schemes exceeding £1m.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Manage and nurture existing client accounts to ensure repeat business and long-term partnerships.

Skills

Sales and business development skills

Technical knowledge translation

Excellent communication skills

Presentation and negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Civil, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline

Job description

Business Development Manager (Technical Engineering Background) - ICP / Utilities - Durham - £45k to £65k OTE (Bonus + Car)

Role : Business Development Manager

Location: Durham (3x Days Per Week), UK (with national travel for client / site visits)

Salary & Package: £45k to £65k OTE (Bonus + Car)

Overview

This role is designed for an individual with a strong engineering foundation - such as a background in sales engineering, commissioning, project engineering, or project management - who is ready to transition into the commercial side of the business. It offers the opportunity to apply technical knowledge to drive business growth, influence large-scale projects, and play a pivotal role in developing new client relationships across industrial, infrastructure, renewable energy, and EV charging sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities across the UK, particularly in high-value schemes exceeding £1m.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, partners, and key stakeholders.
• Manage and nurture existing client accounts to ensure repeat business and long‑term partnerships.
• Represent the company at industry events, exhibitions, and networking forums.
• Deliver compelling client pitches and presentations that combine technical insight with commercial value.
• Maintain accurate sales forecasts, pipeline updates, and CRM records.
• Monitor industry trends, competitor activity, and market positioning to shape sales strategy.
• Work closely with internal engineering and delivery teams to align client requirements with technical capabilities.

Skills & Qualifications

• Degree in Civil, Electrical, or related Engineering discipline (or equivalent experience).
• Proven ability to translate technical knowledge into commercial advantage.
• Strong sales and business development skills, ideally gained within engineering or construction‑related industries.
• Understanding of contractual frameworks, particularly building and infrastructure contracts.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and influencing skills at all business levels.
• Highly organised, able to prioritise effectively and meet deadlines under pressure.
• Strong presentation and negotiation skills, both written and verbal.
• Experience in relevant industry experience, ideally combining technical and client‑facing roles.

If this is of interest please apply on LinkedIn or email [e-mail]