Business Development Manager

John Wood Group PLC; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global engineering firm is seeking a Business Development Manager in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia. This position involves identifying and securing new business opportunities, particularly in the Oil & Gas and Infrastructure sectors. The ideal candidate will engage with key clients and stakeholders, ensuring that the firm is positioned as a preferred consultant. Strong relationship management and sector experience are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in business development within the Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Mining, or Infrastructure sectors.
• Strong client engagement and relationship management skills.
• Ability to coordinate with different teams and leverage capabilities.

Responsibilities

• Identify, develop, and secure new business opportunities.
• Engage key clients and government stakeholders.
• Coordinate with other Wood entities for complementary capabilities.

Job description

Remarkable people, trusted by clients to design and advance the world.

Wood is currently looking for a Business Development Manager to join our projects in Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia.

The Business Development Manager (BDM) is responsible for identifying, developing, and securing new business opportunities in line with Wood’s global and regional strategic growth plans. The primary focus is on winning new business, including the pursuit and renewal of major framework agreements, and delivering against growth targets in revenue, margin, and client relationships. The BDM will proactively engage key clients and government stakeholders across sectors, particularly in Oil & Gas, Petrochemicals, Mining, and Infrastructure to position Wood as a preferred consultant and long-term partner. The role also involves coordinating with other Wood entities and execution centres to leverage complementary capabilities, ensuring early positioning, strong bid strategies, and maximum value capture from both new and renewal frameworks.

Wood is a global leader in consulting and engineering, helping to unlock solutions to critical challenges in energy and materials markets. We provide consulting, projects and operations solutions in 60 countries, employing around 35,000 people. www.woodplc.com

Diversity Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer that recognises the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to the following (which is a non-exhaustive list): race, colour, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with the relevant governing laws.