Head of Pre-Construction & Business Development

My client is seeking a visionary Head of Pre-Construction & Business Development to lead their efforts in securing and delivering high-profile Design & Build (D&B) power connection projects. This pivotal role offers the opportunity to influence the growth of business while advancing the UK s transition to a sustainable energy future.

About the Role

As Head of Pre-Construction & Business Development, you will:

• Lead and grow a multi-discipline Pre-Construction team, building the business as the partner of choice for power infrastructure solutions.
• Drive business growth through identifying and securing opportunities across ICP Connections, Generation/Renewables (e.g., PV, Wind, Battery Storage), Data Centres, Logistics Parks, and more.
• Develop strong client relationships to ensure robust project plans from inception to handover.
• Manage the end-to-end bid process, including pricing, proposals, risk assessment, and contract negotiations.

Key Deliverables:

• Maintain and grow a multi-year pipeline of opportunities.
• Deliver early contractor involvement (ECI) strategies for de-risked project execution.
• Collaborate across teams to deliver market-leading proposals and ensure seamless handovers to construction.
• Establish key client relationships and embed Freedom as a trusted power partner.

What we're looking for:

To be successful in this role, we're looking for someone passionate and engaging who has the following:

• Proven experience in the design, development, and delivery of complex power/connection schemes.
• A strong background in Utilities, Major Connections, and Generation, ideally with DNO/Transmission or consultancy experience.
• Expertise in customer engagement, relationship-building, and long-term value creation.
• Excellent communication skills, from technical staff to executive-level briefings.
• Experience managing key accounts and customers across both private and public sectors.