Business Development Manager

Business Development Manager – Renewables & EHV Connections
Location: UK wide (Hybrid, see below)
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: £DOE + £5,000 Car Allowance + Benefits

About the Role

Activus Recruitment is supporting a leading electrical infrastructure and renewable energy contractor in their search for a Business Development Manager. This is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking organisation that designs and delivers large-scale electrical infrastructure, renewable energy, and EV charging projects across the UK.

You’ll play a key role in driving business growth, developing strategic partnerships, and securing new opportunities in the EHV (Extra High Voltage) and renewable energy sectors. The ideal candidate will have a strong commercial background within the ICP or utilities industry and a proven record of winning and delivering major grid connection or renewable projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities in EHV and renewable energy markets.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with developers, DNOs, IDNOs, EPCs, and key industry stakeholders.

• Lead commercial engagement and bid processes for large-scale projects.

• Work closely with technical and delivery teams to ensure seamless project handover.

• Represent the company at client meetings, industry events, and conferences.

• Provide strategic input and market intelligence to support long-term growth.

About You

• Proven experience in business development within the ICP, utilities, or power infrastructure sector.

• Track record of securing EHV (33kV and above) or large-scale renewable projects.

• Strong understanding of UK electricity networks, grid connection processes, and DNO/IDNO frameworks.

• Commercially astute, with excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills.

• Strategic, proactive, and results-driven approach.

• Excellent communication and presentation abilities, comfortable engaging from site to boardroom level.

Qualifications & Experience

• Degree in Electrical / Power Systems / Energy Engineering or Business / Commercial Management (with relevant sector experience).

• Experience with renewable energy projects such as solar PV, BESS, or EV charging.

• Familiarity with contestable works, G99/G100, and grid connection feasibility (desirable).

• Experience mentoring or supporting junior team members.

What’s on Offer

• Competitive salary (DOE) + £5,000 car allowance.

• 25 days annual leave + birthday off.

• Vitality Health cover.

• Laptop and company phone provided.

• Mileage reimbursed at 45p per mile.

• Pension contribution and tailored development programme.

• Opportunity to influence strategic growth within a dynamic and expanding organisation.

• Supportive, collaborative team culture with access to senior leadership.
  
  Apply today or contact Activus Recruitment for more information: call/Whatsapp 07534 773 798 or email judy@activusrecruitment.com