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Business Development Manager (BDMIX)

Overview

Reference
BDMIX

Salary
ZAR/annum

Job Location
South Africa -Tshwane Metro -Pretoria

Job Type
Permanent

Posted
17 June 2026

Closing date
17 Jul 2026 21:59


Key Roles and Responsibilities

Business Development & Revenue Growth

  • Identify and pursue new business opportunities within the energy and infrastructure sectors.
  • Develop and implement business development strategies aligned with company growth objectives.
  • Build and maintain a robust sales pipeline to achieve revenue and profitability targets.
  • Lead tender submissions, proposal development, and contract negotiations.

Client & Stakeholder Management

  • Develop and maintain relationships with clients, investors, partners, and key stakeholders.
  • Act as the primary contact for strategic accounts.
  • Ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and identify repeat business opportunities.

Market Intelligence & Strategy

  • Conduct market research to identify emerging industry trends, opportunities, and risks.
  • Provide commercial insights to support strategic decision-making.
  • Support the transition toward sustainable, annuity-based revenue models.

Project Origination & Deal Structuring

  • Identify commercially viable and bankable energy projects.
  • Develop business cases and financial models for new opportunities.
  • Collaborate with technical, finance, and operations teams to structure and execute deals.

Partnerships & Industry Engagement

  • Establish strategic partnerships with EPC contractors, financiers, regulators, and industry stakeholders.
  • Represent the company at industry events, conferences, and networking forums.
  • Engage with government and regulatory bodies where required.

Internal Collaboration

  • Work closely with technical, finance, and project teams to ensure successful project delivery.
  • Align business development initiatives with operational and financial objectives.
  • Contribute to business growth strategies and long-term planning.

Qualifications and Experience

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in:
    • Business
    • Engineering
    • Finance
    • Related field

Experience

  • 5–8 years of business development experience within:
    • Energy
    • Renewable Energy
    • Infrastructure
    • Engineering sectors
  • Proven track record of securing and closing large-scale projects or contracts.
  • Experience in renewable energy and distributed energy solutions.
  • Understanding of project finance and investment structuring.
  • Established network within the energy and infrastructure sectors.

Skills and Knowledge

Commercial & Financial Skills

  • Strong commercial and financial acumen.
  • Understanding of project economics and business case development.
  • Knowledge of project financing and investment structures.
  • Ability to evaluate commercial viability of opportunities.

Business Development Skills

  • Strong sales, negotiation, and deal-closing abilities.
  • Ability to identify and develop new market opportunities.
  • Experience managing strategic partnerships and client relationships.

Industry Knowledge

  • Understanding of:
    • Energy markets
    • Renewable energy technologies
    • Infrastructure projects
    • Energy transition initiatives
  • Knowledge of market trends, competitors, and regulatory environments.

Personal Competencies

  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
  • Strong relationship-building and stakeholder management capabilities.
  • High levels of initiative, accountability, and self-motivation.
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment.
  • Strong communication, presentation, and influencing skills.


Contact information

Hridhaya