Business Development Manager
Business Development Manager
Contract Type:
Permanent
Location:
Birmingham, West Midlands
Posted Date:
22-Jul-2025
Business Development Manager – Remote (UK wide travel) - Excellent Salary and Benefits
I am currently hiring for a Business Development Manager to join a key client of mine operating in the low-carbon energy and infrastructure sector.
My client is a long-established UK-based manufacturer focused on advanced plastic piping systems and custom-engineered assemblies. Their products are widely used in industrial and building services applications, with a growing focus on sustainable district heating systems.
To support ongoing business growth and the delivery of major energy projects, they now have a requirement for a Business Development Manager to drive forward their district heating offering on a permanent basis.
In this role, you’ll report to the Director of Business Development and play a central role in identifying opportunities, forming strategic partnerships, and helping to deliver low-carbon heat network projects. You’ll work closely with engineering, commercial, and external stakeholders to ensure technical and commercial alignment across all stages of the project lifecycle.
Key Responsibilities:
- Proactively uncover and pursue growth opportunities in the district heating market across both public and private sectors.
- Drive initial project engagements, shaping concepts and conducting feasibility discussions with key stakeholders.
- Establish and nurture strategic partnerships with developers, local councils, consultants, and delivery partners.
- Work closely with in-house engineering teams to ensure that proposals are both technically robust and commercially sustainable.
- Monitor industry regulations and evolving policies to ensure the business remains aligned with the latest legislative and environmental standards.
- Manage a healthy sales funnel, tracking progress and delivering regular updates on targets and outcomes.
- Support clients throughout the buying journey by providing technical insight and commercial guidance tailored to their needs.
- At least 5 years’ experience in a business development role within the energy, utilities, or low-carbon heating sector.
- In-depth knowledge of district energy systems and strategies for reducing carbon emissions.
- Proven success in developing and securing infrastructure projects in complex stakeholder environments.
- Strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence, negotiate, and communicate effectively at all levels.
- Familiarity with renewable and low-carbon technologies such as heat pumps, combined heat and power (CHP), biomass, or geothermal systems.
- Experience contributing to or managing large-scale district heating or energy infrastructure developments.
This is an immediate requirement—if you have the required experience and would like to learn more, please apply with an up-to-date copy of your CV. If you have any questions, please contact josh@elastic-ltd.com .