50 business development manager jobs found

Expleo is seeking a highly skilled Vehicle Efficiency Attribute Lead Engineer to support a major automotive OEM on a contract basis. This role plays a pivotal part in shaping vehicle efficiency performance across future product lines, ensuring attributes such as real‑world range, energy consumption and fuel economy meet customer, legislative and business expectations. About the Role Working within the Vehicle Architecture function and supporting the Efficiency Product Owner, you will take a leading role in defining, analysing and delivering key Vehicle Efficiency attributes. You will ensure that attribute targets are compatible with system‑level and sub‑system requirements, influencing multiple energy‑consuming domains to deliver optimised vehicle performance. This position requires a strong analytical mindset, excellent cross‑functional collaboration skills, and a deep understanding of whole‑vehicle efficiency. Key Responsibilities Support the Efficiency Product Owner in...

Planner - Peterborough  Join a progressive engineering and delivery organisation where you’ll help shape successful project outcomes. You’ll be part of a collaborative planning team focused on high performance and continuous improvement. As a Project Planner, you’ll work closely with the Planning Manager and wider planning function to keep programmes on track, identify risks early, and challenge delays. With support from Senior Planners, you’ll also receive ongoing mentorship to strengthen your planning expertise and advance your development. Key Responsibilities Build and maintain comprehensive project schedules covering the full lifecycle, working collaboratively with project teams. Ensure plans fully reflect the scope of work, appropriate resource allocation, and accurate loading. Apply Last Planner methodologies to support effective short‑term planning and team coordination. Monitor the critical path, track key milestones, and highlight emerging risks and opportunities,...

Project Manager x2 Reading (hybrid - 4 days from home) Outside IR35   Certain Advantage are recruiting on behalf of our established Engineering client for a Project Manager on a contract basis to support important defence projects in the UK.   They require two Project Managers to support the initiation of projects and programmes using Portfolio Entry controls and structured business case development methods.   Some of your responsibilities: Analyse and break down complex problems to develop strategic proposals for Investment Approval Coordinate pre-Concept studies to explore business problems and opportunities Develop early understanding of solution options to inform decision-making Produce initial estimates for scope, schedule, and cost ranges Recommend appropriate delivery methodologies for proposed initiatives Secure approvals to proceed, including Standing Approval and initial resource allocation Ensure alignment of proposed projects and programmes with overall portfolio...

Job Title:Advanced Vehicle Efficiency Integration Lead Engineer Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire Rate: £33.88ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £25.26ph on a PAYE basis Employment Type: Contract (Currently financed until March 2027) Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week Reference: J(phone number removed) Position Description: The Advanced Vehicle Efficiency Integration Lead Engineer will take a leading role in: Supporting the Efficiency Product Owner in the delivery of data-driven, intelligent, optimised energy nodes (sources of energy conversion) in pursuit of Vehicle Efficiency attributes (eg. real world and homologated driving range and energy consumption) befitting modern luxury. Collaborating with a wide range of business stakeholders and Engineers during the initial phases of vehicle development Identifying risks and opportunities in a robust data-driven manner with the purpose of informing and influencing business decisions and engineering direction related to...

Abatec is assisting their client, a leading civil engineering and water contractor with the recruitment of a permanent Quality Manager to work out of their Welsh office of South West office. The successful candidate will take ownership of the organisation’s quality function, ensuring systems, processes, and standards are effectively implemented and consistently applied across the business. You will focus on maintaining compliance with regulatory and industry requirements, while identifying opportunities to improve performance and efficiency. This includes analysing quality data, addressing non-conformances, and driving practical improvements that add measurable value. Working closely with teams across the business, you will promote best practice, ensure clear communication of quality expectations, and support the delivery of reliable, high-standard outcomes. As Quality Manager you will: * Evaluate and enhance the existing Quality Management System (QMS) in line with industry...

Systems and Integration Engineer - Avionic Systems - Shanghai, China. Our Aerospace client, based in Shanghai China, requires the support of an Engineer with the following skills and experience on a contract basis: Job Description: • Participate in a team responsible for the system/product integration and verification of assigned projects. • Independently recommend approaches to meet the technical and program requirements in certain function area. • Assist in the formulation and implementation of plans to achieve technical objectives, scheduling, and contract commitments. • Assure proper documentation of technical data generated for the assigned tasks consistent with engineering policies and procedures. • Monitor and communicate project status, business issues, and significant developments • Participate as a presenter or reviewer in technical and program reviews. • Develop test case and test procedure for system/product integration and verification by following work...

Test Equipment (TE) New Business Support (NBS) contract role 2-3 days on site in Stevenage Skillset/experience required: Compilation of bid data sourced from technical subject matter experts into standardised bid pro forma. Ability to communicate with different areas and levels of the business. Liaising and interfacing with the bid requesting customers (internal programs), technical teams, subject matter experts, and test equipment leadership teams. Use of common office tools (Excel, Word. PowerPoint etc.) Experience within an engineering discipline and knowledge of a product 'through life' design life-cycle (concept, development, Integration & validation, delivery, support etc.) ideal but not essentialPrimavera experience ideal but not essential. Overview of department: The Test Equipment New Business Support (TE NBS) role will form part of a small team working within an international 'Test Equipment Design/delivery' function, developing test solutions for...

World Class Defence Organisation based in Stevenage (the role can be a split of working Onsite and Working From Home) is currently looking to recruit a Bid Coordinator on an initial 6 month contract, with very high prospect of extension.    This role would suit a candidate who comes from a strong background of working as a Bid Coordinator, Bid Manager, Bid Specialist or Bid Writer.  An Engineering background would be great.  A background of working in the Defence or Aerospace industry would be great.    Rate: £50 per hour Overtime Rate: Hours worked over 37 hours per week will be calculated at ‘time and a quarter’ Location: Stevenage Hybrid / Remote working: This role will be 2 or 3 days per week onsite. Duration: 6 Months with very likely prospect of extension. Contracts are often ongoing and long-term.  IR35 status: Inside IR35 (Umbrella) Interview process: One stage video interview   Bid Coordinator Job Description: The Test Equipment New Business Support (TE NBS) role...

Job Title: Vehicle Integration Engineer - (phone number removed) Location: Warwickshire Duties: * Reporting to the Vehicle Architecture’s Efficiency Product Owner and working within the Agile operating model, responsibilities will include: * Conducting strategic target setting for the Vehicle Efficiency attribute (including competitive positioning assessment & benchmarking, assessment of fleet compliance requirements, customer feedback data analysis, real-world customer data analysis, reviews of legislative requirements etc) * Coordinating and contributing towards Vehicle Efficiency attribute virtual verifications and data analysis * Conducting target compatibility assessment and negotiation between the Vehicle Efficiency attribute and vehicle energy node owners * Collaborating with energy node owners in influencing and defining strategic technology roadmaps compatible with Vehicle Efficiency attribute requirements and customer trends * Supporting effective...

Capital Projects Procurement Manager North Rhine-Westphalia, Germany Who We Are NIRAS specializes in the design and delivery of process-driven projects, providing Project Management, Engineering Design, Project and Managed Service resources to the Life Science, Food & Beverage and Advanced Process Manufacturing industries across Ireland and internationally. One of Europe's largest development consulting firms NIRAS employs over 3000 permanent staff and over 25,000 experts across our network of 51 offices in 32 countries across the globe. Opportunity: This a Multi Year, Multi Million € Capital Investment Programme presenting an exciting opportunity to work immediately within a Global Projects Directorate, directly with Senior Global Procurement Management on Major Capital Projects and in the development of EPCM Project Procurement Strategies. Based at our clients advanced advanced bioproduction filtration manufacturing technologies facility in North Rhine- Westphalia, the...

Job Purpose: Production of OHL designs from a scope provided by Project Managers, Customers or the Design Lead and will include project costings to customer requirements for time, quality and budget. Must have experience in the production of all designs, calculations, reports & drawings associated with the new build, refurbishment and diversions of overhead line projects from 11kV upto 132kV. These schemes are for OHL and cable diversions portfolio Connections (non-contestable) works, adhering to Power Networks design standards. The Senior OHL designer will liaise with the Project Manager, Electrical, Civil designers and PDC, ensuring compliance to design, CDM and relevant standards for both the regulated network solutions for all customers. The successful applicant shall be capable of satisfying the following general requirements: * Produce detailed OHL design packages compliant to required technical industry standards. Prepare calculations and technical / equipment...

About the Role Seeking an experienced Mechanical Project Engineer to lead and deliver a portfolio of CAPEX projects at a major Upper Tier COMAH chemical manufacturing facility in the West Midlands. This role is critical in ensuring that site improvements, expansions, and asset upgrades are executed safely, efficiently, and in full compliance with stringent regulatory requirements. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in the chemical, process, or high‑hazard manufacturing industries, with demonstrable experience managing complex engineering projects from concept through to commissioning. Key Responsibilities Project Delivery & Execution Lead the full lifecycle of CAPEX projects, including feasibility assessment, scoping, front‑end engineering design, detailed engineering, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover to operations. Oversee multiple concurrent projects, ranging from small asset upgrades to major plant modifications (£1M+). Compliance...

Project Manager – DV / SC Cleared Hybrid | 9-Day Fortnight | Task-Based Contract | Reading Active DV or SC (DC) clearance required Day Rate / Hourly rate is flexible (DOE) The Role We are seeking a security-cleared Project Manager to support the concept and initiation phases of complex Government projects. You’ll work at the earliest stage of the lifecycle — shaping ambiguous problems into structured proposals, developing business cases, and guiding projects through Portfolio Entry and early governance controls. This role is ideal for someone who enjoys strategic thinking, investigative problem-solving, and bringing clarity to high-impact initiatives. Key Responsibilities Lead pre-concept investigations and define scope, schedule and cost parameters Develop business cases and initiation documentation Support Portfolio Entry and early lifecycle governance Ensure structured handover into delivery teamsExperience Required Essential Active DV or SC clearance Experience...

Our premium brand Automotive Tier 1 is currently recruiting for the following role: Discrete Event Simulation Lead Engineer - £35-£40 /hr (Inside IR35) - Warwickshire (hybrid potential) - 6 Months (potential for renewal) The Opportunity The role is the principal virtual discrete event simulation engineer for Manufacturing Engineering and will be responsible for leading vehicle or system programmes Discrete Event Simulation function, modelling the process flow from concept thru to the delivery phase to JOB1 + 90 days. Key Performance Indicators - DES model achieves JPH target as per system scope requirements - Deliver optimum DES system cycle Time, Decoupling Buffer and Technical / Operational availability to achieve System OPR requirements - Deliver DES model and documentation to Programme timing milestones - OPR maps / Bottleneck analysis - Absence & PULSE Key Accountabilities and Responsibilities Responsible for the development and delivery of the Discrete Event...

Maintenance Engineer £40p/h Days / Nights Location: Flint gap technical are proud to be representing a market-leading manufacturing business in their search for an experienced Maintenance Engineer (Electrical Bias) to support operations at their site near Flint The Role Reporting to the Engineering Manager, you will play a key role in supporting the manufacturing process by responding to breakdowns, carrying out planned maintenance, and driving continuous improvement across the site. Key Responsibilities Respond promptly and effectively to equipment breakdowns, ensuring minimal downtime Carry out planned and preventative maintenance activities Fault-find efficiently using machine history, documentation, and diagnostics Take ownership of a nominated production area Identify, correct, and modify recurring machine faults Work closely with production teams to maintain strong working relationships Train operational staff in minor maintenance tasks and assist with major repairs Ensure...

Subcontracts Manager Contractor – Space / Aerospace Contract | 6 months | Inside IR35 | Guildford Rate negotiable and dependent on experience (This roles sits inside IR35) Role Description Reporting to the Head of Supply Chain and working with the Subcontracts team, where you will be responsible for managing all aspects of subcontract management. From collaborating with engineering teams to define initial requirements to leading the selection process and negotiating subcontracts, your role will be integral in ensuring successful project execution. You will also oversee the delivery of subcontracted products and services while fostering strategic business relationships with key suppliers. As part of a small, dynamic team of Subcontract Managers, you will contribute across a variety of space missions.   Key Tasks Manage all aspects of subcontracting within assigned projects, including reporting key issues and risks during monthly project reviews. Act as the primary liaison with...

Job Title: Test Rig Design Engineer Location: Gaydon, Warwickshire Rate: £33.88ph via an Umbrella Company (Inside IR35) or £25.26ph on a PAYE basis Employment Type: Contract (31.03.2027) Hours: Standard 40 Hours Per Week Reference: J(phone number removed) Duties: Vehicle and Rig Test Operations forms the backbone of the customers internal vehicle test and development capability, and is responsible for a wide and diverse range of activities including Structural and Durability Test, Body Rig Test, Road Load Data, Analytical Facilities, NVH, Climatic Test, and Safety Test. The Facility & Technology Development team are responsible for the design and delivery of facility components, test rigs and the infrastructure required in support of the core areas delivering physical test plans. The area is also responsible for the development and delivery of key new facilities, technology, infrastructure and strategy for the wider business, project leading from concept through to...

Ref: GWSCON5039 Location: Nailsea (BS48) Hours: Monday to Friday 7.30am-4pm Pay: £26.45ph paid weekly PAYE or £34.43ph paid weekly via umbrella Duration: Ongoing Contract – Long Term    Duties Manage building operations and maintenance for a facility, campus, or portfolio. Support Property Managers on repairs and investment plans.    Supervise staff: recruit, hire, train, coach, evaluate, track development. Coordinate daily team activities: schedules, task assignment, cross-training, deadlines, mentoring. Manage repairs and maintenance with technicians, vendors, and contractors. Maintain client relationships and resolve facility issues. Prepare/manage capital projects, operating budgets, and variance reports. Perform inspections and QA per local, state, and federal regulations. Recommend and implement efficiencies, repairs, and upgrades. Create environmental, health, and safety procedures. Develop vendor relationships; oversee invoicing and approve purchase...

Job Title: Engineering Manager - DV Location: Reading (2-3 days/week on site/Hybrid) Contract Duration: 12 Months Daily Rate: £63.57/hr (Umbrella – Maximum) IR35 Status: Inside IR35 Security Clearance: DV Essential: Leading within a project delivery environment Knowledge of production systems, process partner equipment, Previous design of integration into a new facility. Electrical understanding Multidisciplinary background Ensure that the Engineering Requirements are suitable and appropriate and advise the Senior Engineering Manage as such. Identify options, select the appropriate solution and provide the right facility design solutions such that, for allocated work packages, they: meet business needs and functional performance, through life performance, are licensable and are deliverable. Ensure the Design Intent and Design Information Configuration are maintained from facility design inception through to project handover. Key Accountabilities: Provide the facility design...

Fire Alarm Operations Manager – Essex - £60,000  This role is responsible for overseeing operational performance across the business, ensuring compliance with industry standards, improving efficiency, and maintaining high levels of customer satisfaction. The Operations Manager will work closely with senior leadership and department managers to drive continuous improvement, support staff development, and ensure the business operates in line with regulatory and quality requirements. Salary Package: £55,000 - £60,000 40 Hour working week 25 days of Holidays Company Car Allowance Yearly bonus   Duties: Lead internal and external audits, ensuring full compliance and timely completion of actions Maintain and improve company policies, procedures, and certifications Monitor and improve operational performance and efficiency across departments Implement process improvements to support business growth Analyse performance data and report to senior management Manage and develop staff,...