Business Development Manager

Helm Holding; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction company is seeking a Project Manager / Business Development Manager to identify and secure new business opportunities in the UAE. You will oversee project execution and liaison with authorities for approvals, focusing on high-quality delivery. Ideal candidates have 8–10 years of experience in road and infrastructure management. Strong relationships with stakeholders and excellent communication skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in project management and business development in infrastructure.
• Proven expertise in road and infrastructure works.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the UAE construction market.
• Liaise with government authorities for permits and compliance.
• Lead project execution, ensuring quality and timely delivery.

Skills

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Project management

Compliance with regulatory standards

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering

Job description

Overview

Job Summary

The Project Manager / Business Development Manager will be responsible for identifying and securing new business opportunities in the UAE market, with a focus on road and infrastructure works. The role requires strong engagement with authorities and stakeholders to facilitate approvals and compliance, while also overseeing the execution, supervision, and operations of ongoing projects to ensure timely and quality delivery.

Responsibilities

• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the UAE construction market, with a focus on roads and infrastructure.
• Liaise with government authorities, consultants, and developers to facilitate approvals, permits, and regulatory compliance.
• Lead and oversee project execution from initiation to handover, ensuring quality, cost control, and timely delivery.
• Supervise project teams, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure adherence to technical and contractual requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, including government entities, consultants, and industry partners.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and regulatory changes to inform strategic planning.
• Collaborate with internal teams (engineering, tendering, contracts, and operations) to align project and business strategies.
• Prepare and submit reports to senior leadership on project progress, business pipeline, and market intelligence.
• Represent the company at industry events, client meetings, and networking forums.
• Perform other duties as required by management.

Role Criteria

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil Engineering (mandatory).

Experience Required:

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in road and infrastructure works, with proven expertise in both project management and business development.

Additional Skills Required:

• Strong knowledge of infrastructure project lifecycle and contract management.
• Experience in tendering, procurement, and client negotiations.
• Ability to lead multi-disciplinary teams.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.

Job Details

Job Type: Full-time

Application Questions

• What experience do you have working with UAE (or GCC) authorities for project approvals, permits, and compliance? How do you usually navigate challenges in this process?
• Do you have proven experience in business development (identifying opportunities, liaising with authorities, securing projects) in the UAE or GCC?
• Are you currently based in the UAE (or willing to relocate immediately to the UAE)?
• Have you previously managed project execution, supervision, and operations for civil engineering projects?
• Do you have hands-on experience in preparing and submitting tenders for road and infrastructure projects?
• Have you managed the end-to-end bidding process (from opportunity identification to award) in the UAE or GCC market?

Education

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience

• managerial: 7 years (Required)

Language

• English (Required)
• Arabic (Preferred)

Location

• Dubai (Preferred)