Business Development Manager

  • Elastic Ltd
  • Jul 23, 2025
Full time I.T. & Communications Management

Job Description

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.
Required Skills:
  • 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.
Beneficial Skills:
  • 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 a fantastic opportunity to play a key role in the growth of a respected and forward-thinking company within the low-carbon energy space. The role offers the flexibility of remote working and the chance to make a tangible impact in the transition to sustainable heating solutions.

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 (url removed).