Business Developer – Interior & Heritage Construction

Saudi Petroleum Services Polytechnic; Municipality of Olaya; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company is looking for a Business Developer to enhance the strategic growth of high-end interior and construction projects. This role involves market research, developing proposals, and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in the construction industry, particularly heritage-focused projects, and skills in negotiation and communication.

Qualifications

• At least 7 years of experience in business development or sales in related fields.
• Fluency in Arabic and English required.
• Strong familiarity with Saudi real estate and construction markets.

Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and identify potential opportunities.
• Negotiate customized proposals for clients.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activity.

Skills

Communication

Market Knowledge

Negotiation

Presentation Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Architecture or Civil Engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tools

AutoCAD

Job description

Objective

The primary objective of this position is to contribute to the strategic growth of both

Nafees World and Diyar Najd by identifying, developing, and securing new business

opportunities in the fields of high-end interior projects and traditional heritage-style

construction. The Business Developer will serve as a key liaison between the companies

and the market, delivering integrated design, construction, and maintenance solutions to

high-profile clients, including private sector investors and government entities.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct market research and analysis to identify potential business opportunities

within the target sectors.

• Develop, present, and negotiate customized proposals for clients such as

developers, consultants, government bodies, and private investors.

• Establish and maintain strong professional relationships with real estate

developers, project owners, procurement officers, and key industry stakeholders.

• Coordinate with design, technical, and execution teams to ensure that client

proposals are technically viable and aligned with internal capabilities.

• Lead the preparation and submission of responses to Requests for Proposals

(RFPs) in collaboration with internal departments.

• Represent both companies at relevant trade shows, exhibitions, and industry

networking events.

• Monitor market trends, track competitor activity, and analyze pricing strategies to

maintain a competitive edge.

Skills

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Business

Administration, or a related field.

• Experience: At least seven (7) years of professional experience in business

development or sales within the interior design, fit-out, or construction industry

(preferably heritage-focused).

• Market Knowledge: Strong familiarity with the Saudi real estate and construction

markets, including government contracting processes (e.g., Salmani architectural

guidelines, Vision 2030 initiatives, and MOMRA regulations).

• Language Proficiency: Fluency in both Arabic and English, with excellent

communication, presentation, and proposal writing skills.

• Technical Proficiency: Competence in Microsoft Office Suite and Customer

Relationship Management (CRM) tools. Knowledge of AutoCAD or project planning

software is an asset.

• Personal Attributes: Professional demeanor, self-motivated, culturally aware,

goal-oriented, and capable of working independently and in teams.

Preferred Qualifications

• An established professional network within the interior design, construction, or

luxury fit-out industries in Saudi Arabia.

• Prior experience in securing contracts with government agencies or working on

Giga projects (e.g., Diriyah, NEOM, Qiddiya).

• Knowledge of traditional Najdi architecture and its contemporary applications.