Business Development Manager (Technical Engineering Background) - ICP / Utilities - Durham - £45k...

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

Job summary

A leading engineering solutions provider is seeking a Business Development Manager with a strong technical background to drive business growth across the UK. This role involves identifying new opportunities, managing client relationships, and representing the company at industry forums. Ideal candidates should possess experience in sales engineering or project management with an emphasis on large-scale projects in sectors such as renewable energy and utilities. The position offers a competitive salary and national travel requirements.

Benefits

Bonus

Company car

Qualifications

• Strong engineering background in sales engineering, commissioning, or project management.
• Ability to drive business growth and influence large-scale projects.
• Experience in developing client relationships in industrial and renewable sectors.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and stakeholders.
• Manage existing client accounts for repeat business.
• Represent the company at industry events.

Skills

Strong engineering foundation

Sales engineering experience

Project management skills

Relationship building

Job description

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.