Bilfinger UK is a leading engineering and maintenance provider, supporting customers across the chemical & petrochemical, nuclear, oil & gas, pharmaceuticals & biopharma, power & energy, utilities, renewables and food & beverage markets. We enhance the efficiency of assets, ensuring a high level of availability and reducing maintenance costs.
Senior Business Development Manager – UK Civil Nuclear & Defence Sector
Location: UK (Flexible with travel to client sites and offices)
Reporting to: UK Region Business Development Director
Role Overview:
We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Senior Business Development Executive to lead growth initiatives across the UK Civil Nuclear and Defence sectors. This role is pivotal in identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities, fostering long-term client relationships, building beneficial collaborations, and driving revenue growth in engineering, construction and maintenance within highly regulated environments.
Key Responsibilities:
* Strategic Growth & Market Development
o Develop and execute business development strategies for the UK Civil Nuclear and Defence markets
o Identify emerging trends, market shifts, and opportunities for expansion
o Lead strategic capture planning and bid development for major infrastructure frameworks
* Client Engagement & Relationship Management
o Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders including government bodies, Tier 1 contractors, and industry partners.
* Opportunity Management
o Lead the qualification and pursuit of high-value opportunities.
* Collaboration & Leadership
o Work closely with senior leadership to align business development activities with corporate strategy.
o Foster new collaborations and develop consortiums for targeted major frameworks
o Management of internal stakeholders and development of cross selling opportunities
* Reporting & Forecasting
o Maintain accurate pipeline reporting and forecasting.
o Provide regular updates to senior management on progress, risks, and market intelligence.
Qualifications & Experience:
* Proven track record in business development within the UK Civil Nuclear and/or Defence sectors.
* Strong network across regulatory bodies, and industry sector stakeholders.
* Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a matrixed environment.
* Degree in engineering, business, or a related field (preferred).
Desirable Attributes:
* Familiarity with frameworks such as CCS, DIO, MOD procurement, and NDA supply chains.
* Resilience, adaptability, and a proactive mindset.
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