Business Development Manager / Director – Power Transmission

Calibre Global Consulting; Americus (GA); Remote; USD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Remote working

Autonomy in role

International exposure

Job summary

Calibre Global Consulting is seeking a Senior Business Development Manager/Director to lead opportunities in the U.S. power transmission market. This role offers remote work with global exposure and requires a deep network among utilities, EPCs, engineering consultancies and transmission developers.

You will identify opportunities, drive negotiations, and manage a strong pipeline for high‑voltage projects (115kV–765kV), traveling across the U.S. to secure major grid infrastructure contracts.

Qualifications

• 8+ years in US power transmission or closely related sector.
• Proven ability to build relationships with utilities, EPCs, engineering consultancies and transmission developers.
• Track record in business development, commercial leadership or project acquisition.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop opportunities across the U.S. high- and extra-high-voltage transmission market.
• Build and maintain relationships with utilities, EPCs, engineering firms and transmission developers.
• Lead commercial discussions, negotiations and strategic partnerships.
• Develop and manage a strong pipeline of transmission projects and opportunities.
• Collaborate with engineering and commercial teams to support customer requirements and project acquisition.
• Drive regional growth and expand market presence across assigned territories.

Skills

Networking

Negotiation

Relationship-building

Strategic sales

Market development

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related field

Job description

Business Development Manager / Director – Power Transmission

Location: United States (Remote)
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Sector: Power Transmission & Distribution | Energy Infrastructure | Utilities

About the Role

We are looking for an experienced Business Development Manager / Director to join a growing international business within the power transmission and energy infrastructure sector.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially driven professional with a strong network across the U.S. power transmission market to develop new business opportunities, build strategic relationships and drive growth across key regions.

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of high-voltage transmission projects, established industry connections and a proven track record in business development or commercial leadership.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities across the U.S. high-voltage and extra-high-voltage transmission market.
• Build and maintain relationships with electric utilities, EPC contractors, engineering consultancies and transmission developers.
• Identify upcoming transmission projects, tenders and investment opportunities.
• Lead commercial discussions, negotiations and strategic partnership development.
• Develop and manage a strong pipeline of transmission infrastructure projects.
• Work closely with engineering and commercial teams to support customer requirements and project acquisition.
• Drive regional business growth and expand market presence across assigned territories.

Requirements

• 8+ years of experience within the U.S. power transmission industry.
• Strong knowledge of overhead transmission line projects (115kV–765kV).
• Established relationships with key decision-makers at U.S. utilities, EPC contractors, engineering firms or transmission developers.
• Proven track record in business development, project acquisition or commercial management.
• Experience in transmission project management or engineering would be highly advantageous.
• Strong negotiation, communication and relationship-building skills.
• Ability to work independently and travel across the U.S. as required.
• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Engineering or a related discipline.

Why Apply?

• Remote working – Based anywhere in the United States.
• Opportunity to take ownership of business development across key U.S. markets.
• Work on major high-voltage transmission and grid infrastructure opportunities.
• High-impact role with significant autonomy and international exposure.
• Long-term career growth within an expanding business.

Interested?

If you have a strong network within the U.S. power transmission industry and experience developing business with utilities, EPC contractors or transmission developers, we'd love to hear from you.

This version keeps the client confidential while focusing on the key selling points: remote working, seniority, commercial ownership and opportunities within the U.S. transmission market.