Business Development Manager

Invictus Direct; Dubai; Hybrid; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering and industrial services firm is seeking a Business Development Manager in the UAE. The ideal candidate must have at least 7 years of experience in sales or business development within the engineering, construction, power, or oil & gas sectors. Responsibilities include formulating business strategies, identifying opportunities, and building relationships with key stakeholders. A Bachelor's degree is required, with an Electrical Engineering background as a plus. Competitive compensation with incentives is offered.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Incentives for growth and client acquisition

Work with technical experts across regions

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of sales or business development experience in a relevant sector.
• Strong exposure to the energy market in the UAE.
• Ability to analyze data and market trends.

Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement business development strategies.
• Identify new project opportunities within the UAE's sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers.
• Track and report on industry trends and competitor activities.
• Attend industry events to represent the company.

Skills

Sales experience

Business development

Relationship building

Communication skills

Market analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree

Electrical Engineering background

Tools

Salesforce

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

About the job Business Development Manager (BDM)

Location: Dubai or Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates
Schedule: Full-time, Monday-Friday
Salary: Commensurate with Experience

Company:
Our client is a leading engineering and industrial services firm operating across the GCC, with a strong presence in Kuwait and the UAE. They specialize in delivering advanced technology, automation, and engineering solutions to clients in the Oil & Gas, power, infrastructure, and construction sectors. Their integrated approach combines technical expertise with strategic partnerships to support complex regional projects from design through execution.

Description:
Our client is seeking a Business Development Manager to lead growth initiatives across the UAE market. This role is ideal for a commercially driven individual with deep industry knowledge in construction, power, engineering, or oil & gas and strong connections in the regional energy ecosystem. You will play a key role in executing corporate strategy, identifying new market opportunities, and cultivating relationships that result in measurable growth.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and implement business development strategies that align with corporate goals
• Identify new project opportunities and partnerships within the UAEs Energy and Industrial sectors
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision‑makers, consultants, contractors, and stakeholders
• Track and report on regional industry trends, competitor activities, and market intelligence
• Attend industry events, exhibitions, and conferences to represent the company and expand its network
• Develop compelling corporate presentations, proposals, and marketing materials
• Collaborate cross‑functionally with technical, commercial, and operations teams to tailor client solutions
• Utilize CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce, IFS) and business intelligence tools for pipeline management and reporting
• Provide regular updates on business development progress, KPIs, and strategy performance

Qualifications

• Minimum 7 years of sales or business development experience in a relevant sector (Engineering, Construction, Power, or Oil & Gas)
• Strong exposure to the energy market (traditional and renewable) in the UAE
• Excellent knowledge of digital tools, including CRM platforms (Salesforce, IFS), Microsoft Office Suite, and collaborative tools
• Ability to analyze data and market trends to support decision‑making
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills, with a strong client service orientation
• Bachelors degree required; Electrical Engineering background is a significant plus
• Existing network within the UAE energy and construction industries is highly advantageous

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a trusted regional leader with deep industry expertise and a commitment to innovation
• Contribute directly to strategic growth in one of the most dynamic energy markets in the world
• Work alongside technical experts and business leaders across multiple regions
• Competitive compensation with strong incentives for growth and client acquisition