Business Development Manager - EPC

Michael Page (UAE); Riyadh; On-site; SAR 240,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page (UAE) is recruiting for a senior Business Development professional to drive growth across Saudi Arabia’s construction and engineering sectors. You will lead relationship-building with developers, contractors, and consultants while shaping strategic partnerships and revenue opportunities.

The role reports to the Business Development Director, requiring 6–10 years of relevant experience and fluency in Arabic and English to navigate a complex, relationship-led sales environment in the

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Quantity Surveying or a related discipline.
• 6-10 years’ experience in business development, strategic partnerships or commercial roles within engineering consulting, project management, construction or related services.
• Established network across developers, contractors, engineering consultants and major project stakeholders.
• Fluent Arabic and English communication skills are mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Identify and secure new business opportunities within the construction and engineering sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with developers, contractors, consultants and major project stakeholders.
• Develop strategic partnerships to enhance market presence and generate new revenue streams.
• Lead the full business development cycle from lead generation to proposal submission, negotiation and contract award.
• Collaborate with technical and operational teams to develop tailored client solutions.
• Manage and develop a strong pipeline of opportunities across the Saudi market.
• Support prequalification, vendor and consultant registration, tenders and contracts processes.
• Represent the business at industry events, forums and client meetings.

Skills

Business development

Strategic partnerships

Client relationships

Proposal management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering or related discipline

Job description

• Drive strategic growth in Saudi Arabia's leading construction projects.
• Join a specialist consultancy with high-value, relationship-led sales.

About Our Client

Our client is a well-established professional services consultancy providing specialist advisory solutions to the construction, engineering, and infrastructure sectors. With a reputation for delivering expert support in contract management, claims, dispute resolution, and commercial advisory, they partner with developers, contractors, consultants, and project stakeholders on some of the region's most complex projects.

Job Description

Reporting to the Business Development Director, the you will play a key role in driving commercial growth across Saudi Arabia. Key responsibilities include:

• Identifying and securing new business opportunities within the construction and engineering sectors.
• Building and maintaining relationships with developers, contractors, consultants, and major project stakeholders.
• Developing strategic partnerships to enhance market presence and generate new revenue streams.
• Leading the full business development cycle, from lead generation through to proposal submission, negotiation, and contract award.
• Working closely with technical and operational teams to develop tailored solutions for clients.
• Managing and developing a strong pipeline of opportunities across the Saudi market.
• Supporting prequalification, vendor registration, tender, and consultant registration processes.
• Representing the business at industry events, networking forums, and client meetings.

The Successful Applicant

The successful candidate will have:

• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, Quantity Surveying, or a related discipline.
• 6-10 years' experience in business development, strategic partnerships, or commercial roles within engineering consulting, project management consultancy, construction, EPC, claims consulting, or related professional services.
• Demonstrated success in winning and closing consulting or advisory assignments within Saudi Arabia.
• An established network across developers, contractors, engineering consultants, and major project stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of contract management, claims, engineering advisory, or project delivery environments.
• Experience managing proposals, tenders, commercial negotiations, and contract awards.
• Fluent Arabic and English communication skills are mandatory.

What's on Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to join a growing specialist consultancy with strong market reputation.
• Career progression within a dynamic and entrepreneurial environment.