Business Development Director - HV Utilities

About The Company:

OCS UK & Ireland is a leading facilities management company with 50,000+ colleagues and a turnover in excess of £2bn delivering facility, energy and engineering services we are at the forefront of delivering Net Zero solutions to a wide range of public and private sector clients. As part of our commitment to driving long term value for our customers through innovative solutions and services, we are growing our Energy Services business to help the transition to an effective Net Zero future.

Our mission is to make people and places the best they can be for our colleagues, customers and the communities we serve.

Our commitment to doing business the right way is rooted in our TRUE values –
Trust, Respect, Unity, and Empowerment

We are seeking a highly experienced and technically proficient
HV Utilities & BESS Business Development Director
. This pivotal role will focus on identifying and securing new opportunities for the design and delivery of new electrical and utility infrastructure across the UK, as well as building strategic partnerships, and driving the commercial success of our HV Utility & BESS offerings across public and private sectors.

To lead the development and delivery of complex energy infrastructure proposals, including grid, distribution connectivity and utility infrastructure networks. This senior‑level role requires deep expertise in all aspects of both DNO and IDNO infrastructure networks.

The successful candidate will be responsible for leading growth in the HV and BESS sectors, focusing on identifying new market opportunities, developing partnerships and securing high value HV and BESS contracts. This role is central to the development of our long‑term strategy to enable energy transition and support public and private sector clients in achieving their Net Zero targets.

• Define and implement business development strategies for HV Utility & BESS solutions.
• Identify emerging markets, funding opportunities, and regulatory incentives to drive growth.
• Lead go‑to‑market planning for new products and services.

• Lead the development of innovative, low‑carbon energy solutions across grid and distribution connectivity aligned with our Net Zero and energy transition goals.
• Develop and execute a growth strategy for HV Utility network & BESS projects.
• Identify and pursue new business opportunities, including public‑private partnerships, regeneration schemes, and retrofit projects.
• Lead the development of investment‑ready propositions and funding applications.
• Presentation of fully costed and technically validated proposals, including detailed financial models, feasibility assessments, and risk appraisals.
• Stay up to date with evolving decarbonisation technologies, policy, regulation and funding streams to inform future‑proofed designs.
• Collaborate with our current design, estimating, engineering, commercial, and delivery teams to ensure integrated, compliant, and value‑engineered solutions.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with local authorities, housing associations, developers, and energy companies.
• Own and manage the full bid process from initial client engagement through to submission, ensuring all deliverables meet the client’s technical, sustainability, and commercial requirements.
• Engage with stakeholders including DNOs / IDNO’s, local authorities, framework clients, and consultants to ensure competitive, compliant, and future‑facing bids.
• Represent OCS in industry forums, working groups, and stakeholder consultations.

• Work closely with engineering, delivery, and operations teams to ensure alignment from concept to commissioning.
• Support internal capability building and knowledge sharing across the organisation.

• Stay abreast of industry trends, policy developments, and technological advancements.
• Champion innovation in HV and BESS technologies, including smart grid integration and innovative business models.

• Strong commercial and financial acumen, including experience…