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Our client is a leading MEP engineering consultancy with a strong reputation for delivering high-performance, sustainable, and innovative engineering solutions. With a proven track record in mission-critical projects, the company is seeking a strategic and results-driven Director of Business Development to expand its presence in the data centre and mission-critical sectors across Europe.
Role Overview:
The Director of Business Development – Mission Critical (Data Centres) will be responsible for leading and executing growth strategies within the mission-critical sector, with a primary focus on data centres. This role requires a deep understanding of the industry, strong relationships with key stakeholders, and a proactive approach to identifying and securing new business opportunities. The ideal candidate will be a dynamic and influential leader with a track record of successfully driving revenue growth within the MEP consultancy, construction, or technology sectors.
Key Responsibilities:
* Develop and implement a strategic business development plan to drive growth in the mission-critical and data centre sectors.
* Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities, forging strong relationships with clients, developers, contractors, and industry partners.
* Collaborate closely with internal engineering and design teams to align business strategies with technical capabilities.
* Lead market research and competitive analysis to identify industry trends, emerging technologies, and opportunities for expansion.
* Represent the company at industry conferences, trade shows, and networking events to enhance brand presence and market positioning.
* Develop and maintain a strong pipeline of prospective clients and projects, ensuring consistent revenue growth.
* Work closely with marketing and communications teams to develop targeted campaigns and proposals.
* Negotiate and close high-value contracts, ensuring strong commercial outcomes for the business.
* Provide strategic input into business planning, budgeting, and forecasting processes.
Key Requirements:
* Extensive experience in business development, sales, or client management within the MEP engineering, construction, or mission-critical sectors.
* Strong knowledge of the data centre industry, including market trends, key players, and technical considerations.
* Established network of contacts within data centre developers, hyperscale providers, colocation providers, contractors, and design consultants.
* Proven track record of securing and managing large-scale projects in mission-critical environments.
* Ability to communicate complex engineering solutions to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
* Strong negotiation, presentation, and relationship management skills.
* Commercial acumen with the ability to identify and leverage growth opportunities.
* A proactive and entrepreneurial mindset with a results-driven approach.
* Degree in engineering, business, or a related field (preferred but not essential).
* Fluent in English and German.
If you are a driven and experienced business development leader with a passion for the data centre and mission-critical sector, we want to hear from you! Apply today to be part of an exciting growth journey in a rapidly evolving industry.
Seniority level
Director
Employment type
Full-time
Job function
Business Development, Engineering, and Management
Industries
Engineering Services, Construction, and IT Services and IT Consulting
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