Business Development Manager

Spatialconnections; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 250,000 - 450,000; Full time

Job summary

Spatialconnection(s) seeks a strategic Business Development Manager to expand the firm's presence in Saudi Arabia across architecture, engineering, design and real estate sectors. You will identify opportunities, build long-term relationships, and convert partnerships into revenue, working with government authorities, developers and investors.

The role requires a strong network in the Saudi market, English fluency, and an entrepreneurial mindset to drive growth under Vision 2030.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Architecture, Engineering, Real Estate, or related discipline.
• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is considered an advantage.
• 5+ years of business development experience, preferably within architecture, engineering, construction, real estate, or professional consulting services.
• Proven experience developing business within the Saudi Arabian market.
• Established professional network across developers, government entities, consultants, and investors.
• Demonstrated success in winning projects and developing strategic partnerships.
• Financial awareness and commercial acumen.
• Fluent English (written and spoken).
• Arabic is highly preferred and considered a significant advantage.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the firm's business development strategy across Saudi Arabia.
• Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities in architecture, urban planning, engineering, hospitality, mixed-use developments, infrastructure, and real estate.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government authorities, private developers, investment groups, contractors, consultants, and strategic partners.
• Monitor market trends, Vision 2030 initiatives, public tenders, and emerging investment opportunities.
• Lead client acquisition activities from initial contact through contract negotiation and project award.
• Collaborate with design, technical, and executive teams to develop tailored solutions for prospective clients.
• Support contract negotiations, commercial discussions, and partnership agreements.
• Develop strategic alliances with local and international organizations that strengthen the firm's market position.
• Identify opportunities for repeat business and long-term client relationships.
• Contribute to revenue growth while ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives.

Skills

Business development

Networking

Strategic partnerships

Commercial acumen

Market awareness

Entrepreneurial mindset

Public relations

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Architecture, Engineering, Real Estate, Finance, or related

MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification

Job description

Generating relationships, creating opportunities, and delivering long-term value.

The Business Development Manager is a strategic and commercially driven professional responsible for expanding the firm's presence across Saudi Arabia by identifying opportunities, building long-term relationships, and converting strategic partnerships into business growth. Acting as a key representative of the practice, the role combines business development, client engagement, market intelligence, public relations, and commercial strategy to strengthen the firm's position within the architecture, engineering, design, and real estate sectors.

The ideal candidate possesses a strong understanding of the Saudi marketDevelop strategic alliances with local and international organizations that strengthen the firm's market position., excellent networking capabilities, and the ability to engage confidently with government entities, developers, investors, consultants, and private-sector stakeholders. The objective is to create sustainable business opportunities that reinforce the firm's long-term vision and market leadership.

Key Responsibilities

01 Develop and execute the firm's business development strategy across Saudi Arabia.

02 Identify, qualify, and pursue new business opportunities in architecture, urban planning, engineering, hospitality, mixed-use developments, infrastructure, and real estate.

03 Build and maintain strong relationships with government authorities, private developers, investment groups, contractors, consultants, and strategic partners.

04 Monitor market trends, Vision 2030 initiatives, public tenders, and emerging investment opportunities.

05 Lead client acquisition activities from initial contact through contract negotiation and project award.

06 Collaborate with design, technical, and executive teams to develop tailored solutions for prospective clients.

07 Support contract negotiations, commercial discussions, and partnership agreements.

08 Develop strategic alliances with local and international organizations that strengthen the firm's market position.

09 Identify opportunities for repeat business and long-term client relationships.

010 Contribute to revenue growth while ensuring alignment with the company's strategic objectives.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Architecture, Engineering, Real Estate, Finance, or a related discipline.


• MBA or equivalent postgraduate qualification is considered an advantage.


• 5+ years of business development experience, preferably within architecture, engineering, construction, real estate, or professional consulting services.


• Proven experience developing business within the Saudi Arabian market.


• Established professional network across developers, government entities, consultants, and investors.


• Demonstrated success in winning projects and developing strategic partnerships.


• Financial awareness and commercial acumen.


• Ability to identify market trends and emerging business opportunities.


• Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive and results-oriented approach.


• High level of professionalism, integrity, and confidentiality.


• Fluent English (written and spoken).


• Arabic is highly preferred and considered a significant advantage.

When you work at Spatialconnection(s)

• Opportunity to contribute to landmark projects aligned with Saudi Vision 2030.


• Direct collaboration with executive leadership and global project teams.

Ready to define the future of
Spatialconnection(s).