Graduate Business Development Manager

Overview

United Infrastructure is a rapidly expanding business focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects across the utility and social sectors. We are seeking a Graduate to join our Energy business to design, build and maintain critical national infrastructure for UK energy transmission and distribution network owners.

• Assist with the identification and pursuit of new business opportunities.
• Support the team with bid preparation for tenders.
• Collaborate with internal bid, estimating, and commercial teams to ensure timely, competitive proposal submissions aligned with client requirements.
• Build and maintain relationships with clients and supply chain organisations.
• Assist with the tracking and management of work‑winning activities using CRM tools.
• Develop commercial awareness and continue professional development to stay ahead of emerging frameworks, regulatory updates (e.g., RIIO‑3), and market tenders.

The programme lasts for two years and offers a tailored development pathway aligned to your discipline. You will gain hands‑on industry experience from day one and work towards a nationally recognised qualification. Virtual and in‑person events support the development of business, leadership and technical skills.

• Generous holiday allowance including a Christmas shutdown.
• A tailored benefits portal to choose benefits that suit you.
• Progression opportunities across a variety of career pathways.

• Minimum 2.2 Bachelor's degree in Engineering or Business.
• Good IT skills and ability to use Microsoft Office applications (Outlook, Word, Excel).
• Excellent organisational, time‑management, attention to detail and communication skills.
• Full driving licence.
• Availability for frequent national travel.
• Availability to commence full‑time work by September 2026.

Commit to living and breathing United Infrastructure values during your work and studies, and be motivated to successfully complete the graduate programme.

At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. We aim to remove barriers and make our process accessible for all candidates.