Business Development Manager
Job description
Are you an experienced sales professional with a background in utility-scale solar, renewable energy, EPC, engineering, or infrastructure projects?
We are working with a leading European renewable energy business that is expanding its UK operations and looking for aSales Managerto help drive the next phase of growth within the utility-scale solar market.
This is a strategic commercial role focused on developing new opportunities, strengthening key client relationships, and leading complex EPC sales processes from initial engagement through to contract award.
The Opportunity:
Drive new business development across the UK utility-scale solar market
Build and maintain strong relationships with developers, IPPs, investors, asset owners, consultants, and industry stakeholders
Lead end-to-end sales processes, from prospecting through to successful contract award
Manage negotiations for multi-million-pound EPC contracts
Develop commercial proposals, tenders, pricing strategies, and client presentations
Work closely with engineering, estimating, and project delivery teams to develop competitive solutions
Maintain an accurate sales pipeline and identify future market opportunities
Represent the business at industry events, conferences, and networking opportunities
About You:
You’ll ideally have:
Proven experience in business development, sales, or key account management within solar, renewable energy, EPC, engineering, or infrastructure
Experience managing complex, consultative sales cycles
A strong track record negotiating high-value commercial contracts
The ability to engage confidently with both technical teams and senior decision-makers
Strong commercial awareness and relationship-building skills
Knowledge of EPC project delivery and renewable energy markets
A full UK driving licence and willingness to travel nationally