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Managing Director - Transmission & Distribution (UK)

Managing Director - Transmission & Distribution (UK)

Hunter Philips Executive Search • Birmingham, England, UK
30+ days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

We are seeking an accomplished Managing Director – Transmission & Distribution to lead and grow a high-performing business within the UK power and energy sector. This is a pivotal executive role with full accountability for strategy, operational performance, commercial growth, and safety across complex transmission and distribution projects.


The Role


Reporting to the Group Executive, you will have end-to-end responsibility for the Transmission & Distribution division, driving sustainable growth while ensuring excellence in delivery, safety, and client relationships.


Key responsibilities include:



  • Setting and executing the strategic direction of the Transmission & Distribution business

  • Full P&L ownership, including forecasting, budgeting, and financial performance

  • Leading large, multi-disciplinary teams across engineering, operations, and commercial functions

  • Developing and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, regulators, and stakeholders

  • Ensuring best-in-class health, safety, quality, and environmental performance

  • Identifying and securing new business opportunities within the UK energy market

  • Driving innovation, efficiency, and continuous improvement across the organisation


About You


You will be a credible, visible leader with deep sector expertise and a track record of success at senior executive level.



  • Significant leadership experience within Transmission & Distribution, utilities, or major infrastructure projects

  • Proven experience operating at Managing Director or Director level with full P&L responsibility

  • Strong commercial acumen and experience delivering profitable growth

  • In-depth knowledge of the UK energy market, regulatory environment, and key clients

  • An inspirational leadership style with the ability to build high-performing teams

  • Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills


What’s On Offer



  • A senior executive role with real influence and autonomy

  • Competitive executive salary and benefits package

  • The opportunity to shape and grow a critical part of the UK’s energy infrastructure

  • Birmingham-based role with flexibility as required

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