Business Development Engineer

Role overview

The Business Development Engineer will support growth in contracts and revenue by strengthening client relationships and expanding into new markets. The position focuses on working with government bodies, private sector organizations, real estate developers, contractors, and strategic partners to generate opportunities and grow the client base in line with the company’s strategic goals.

Business development

• Develop and roll out regular business development plans.
• Map and approach target accounts across government, private sector, real estate, contracting, and other potential partner groups.
• Initiate professional communication with prospective clients and represent the business appropriately.
• Create and sustain long-term business relationships that can lead to future work.

Prequalification and registration

• Register the company on supplier portals and with selected government and private organizations.
• Prepare, refresh, and manage company profiles, prequalification files, certificates, and project experience records.
• Track registration and qualification submissions and follow up with the relevant organizations.
• Keep company documents current and aligned with each submission’s requirements.

Opportunities and proposals

• Track public and private tender opportunities that match the company’s services.
• Coordinate the creation and submission of proposals, expressions of interest, and related documents.
• Monitor submitted proposals and maintain records of results.
• Build a structured database of opportunities, clients, competitors, and market gaps.

Marketing, client relations, and CRM

• Assist in planning and coordinating marketing campaigns.
• Support the development of general proposals, presentations, and business development collateral.
• Maintain and update the client database.
• Follow up with clients to gauge satisfaction and prepare periodic relationship reports.

Supplier relations

• Set up communication with service suppliers and strategic partners relevant to the company’s operations.
• Review supplier performance and assist with service evaluations when needed.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree in Architectural Engineering is required, with a preference for candidates who have also studied business development-related subjects. The role calls for 3 years of experience in the relevant field, including experience in building strategies, executing plans, and preparing and presenting proposals.

Skills and competencies

Strong negotiation and relationship management abilities are essential, along with an analytical approach and solid time management. Candidates should communicate professionally in writing, have excellent Arabic and English proficiency, and be dependable, proactive, ambitious, and able to work independently.

Location

This role is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.