Divisional Director

IES Utilities Group LTD; Manchester; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading utility provider in Manchester is seeking a Divisional Director Renewables to lead and grow their Renewable Division. The role involves strategic oversight of district heating, solar, battery storage, and wind initiatives, driving growth towards a £500m turnover. The ideal candidate will have extensive leadership experience and a proven track record in the renewable sector, with strong stakeholder management skills. This position offers a competitive executive remuneration package.

Qualifications

• Extensive leadership experience in the renewable sector.
• Ability to lead business development and operational delivery.
• Experience in securing high-value contracts.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and direction for the Renewable Division.
• Oversee delivery of renewable contracts ensuring safety and efficiency.
• Develop relationships with clients and stakeholders.

Skills

Leadership experience in utilities

Strong commercial acumen

Stakeholder management

Understanding of renewable energy markets

People management skills

Innovation and cultural change experience

Job description

Reports to: Group Chief Operating Officer (COO)

Location: Manchester

Salary: Competitive Executive Renumeration Package

Purpose of the Role

The Divisional Director Renewables will provide strategic and operational leadership for the Renewable Division, ensuring the successful delivery and growth of contracts across district heating, solar, battery storage, wind, and other low-carbon solutions. Operating within a business scaling up to £500m turnover per annum, this role is critical in positioning the Renewable Division as a market leader in the transition to net zero. The role will oversee both business development and operational delivery functions within the division, working closely with the Group COO and Executive Team to achieve ambitious growth, profitability, and sustainability objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

• Provide overall leadership and direction for the Renewable Division, aligning strategy with the companys growth trajectory to £500m turnover.
• Develop and implement divisional strategies to secure growth, efficiency, and client satisfaction across all renewable sectors.
• Represent the Renewable Division at Executive and Board level, influencing long-term strategy and investment decisions.

Operational Delivery

• Oversee the delivery of renewable contracts to ensure they are executed safely, efficiently, and profitably.
• Ensure contracts meet client requirements, regulatory standards, and company expectations for quality and compliance.
• Drive improvements in utilisation, delivery efficiency, and margin performance across the division.

Business Development & Growth

• Work closely with the Business Development Lead within Renewables to secure high-value contracts and frameworks in district heating, solar, battery storage, and other renewable markets.
• Support the development of bids, proposals, and strategic partnerships to achieve ambitious revenue growth.
• Ensure operational deliverability of new business opportunities from bid through to mobilisation and delivery.

Governance & Risk Management

• Establish governance frameworks to ensure compliance with regulatory, client, and corporate standards.
• Identify risks and opportunities across the division, providing mitigation strategies to the Group COO and Board.
• Report regularly on divisional performance, risks, and opportunities.

People & Leadership

• Lead and develop high-performing teams across business development and operational delivery within the division.
• Foster a culture of safety, innovation, accountability, and sustainability throughout the Renewable Division.
• Ensure succession planning, talent development, and leadership capability are in place to support long-term growth.

Client & Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, investors, regulators, and industry stakeholders in the renewable sector.
• Represent the Renewable Division in external forums, strengthening the companys reputation in the market.
• Engage with external partners, joint ventures, and supply chain to support sustainable and profitable delivery.

Key Skills & Experience

• Extensive leadership experience in utilities with a strong track record in the renewable sector (district heating, solar, battery storage, wind).
• Proven ability to lead both business development and operational delivery functions in a large-scale organisation
• Strong commercial acumen with experience securing and delivering high-value contracts in renewables.
• Deep understanding of renewable energy markets, funding models, and regulatory frameworks.
• Excellent leadership and people management skills with experience developing high-performing teams.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills with the ability to engage at Executive and Board level.
• Experience driving innovation, sustainability, and cultural change across large, multi-disciplinary teams.

Key Measures of Success

• Safe, efficient, and profitable delivery of renewable contracts across the division.
• Achievement of divisional targets for revenue, margin, and client satisfaction, supporting business growth to £500m turnover.
• Successful execution of high-value contracts and frameworks in renewables.
• Full compliance with regulatory, contractual, and safety requirements across all projects.
• Positive client, regulator, and stakeholder feedback on divisional performance.
• Development of a resilient, high-performing team aligned with company objectives and long-term strategy.