Business Development Manager (M&E Contractor)

LVI Associates; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

LVI Associates in Singapore is seeking a Business Development Manager for an M&E contractor to drive growth across data centers, airports, semiconductor and other critical sectors. You will identify opportunities, build strategic client relationships, and expand the project pipeline across Singapore and selected regional markets.

The ideal candidate has a degree or diploma in engineering or related discipline, 8+ years in business development or commercial roles in M&E construction, and a strong

Qualifications

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Building Services, Construction Management, or Business.
• 8+ years in business development, account management, project pursuit or related roles in M&E construction.
• Established network within Singapore's construction and infrastructure sectors.

Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new project opportunities across data centers, airports, semiconductor and related sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with developers, end-users, consultants, engineers, and contractors.
• Develop and execute business development strategies to support long-term growth.
• Engage clients early to strengthen positioning for tenders and awards.
• Monitor market trends and competitor activities to inform strategy.
• Collaborate with senior management and project teams to craft winning pursuit plans.

Skills

Business development

Account management

Relationship building

Strategic selling

Education

Engineering/Building Services/Construction Management/Business degree or diploma

Job description

Business Development Manager (M&E Contractor)

About the Company

Our client is a leading M&E contractor with a strong track record delivering complex projects across Data Centers, Airports, Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical, Commercial, Industrial and Mixed-Use Developments. Due to continued growth, they are seeking a Business Development Manager to drive new business opportunities and strengthen relationships with key clients, consultants, developers, and contractors.

About the Role

A leading engineering and construction firm is seeking a Business Development Manager to drive growth across multiple sectors, including Data Centers, Airports, Semiconductor, Pharmaceutical, Commercial Buildings, Mixed-Use Developments, Industrial Facilities, and Critical Infrastructure projects.

This role will focus on identifying new business opportunities, building strategic client relationships, and expanding the company's project pipeline across Singapore and selected regional markets.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify and pursue new project opportunities across the built environment and mission-critical infrastructure sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with developers, end-users, consultants, architects, engineers, EPCs, main contractors and key industry stakeholders.
• Develop and execute business development strategies to support long-term growth objectives.
• Engage clients early in the project lifecycle to strengthen positioning for future tenders and project awards.
• Monitor market trends, upcoming developments, capital investment plans and competitor activities.
• Collaborate closely with senior management, tendering and project teams to develop winning pursuit strategies.
• Represent the company at industry events, networking functions and client meetings.
• Maintain an active pipeline of opportunities and provide regular market intelligence and business updates.

Requirements

• Degree or Diploma in Engineering, Building Services, Construction Management, Business or a related discipline.
• Minimum 8 years of experience in business development, account management, project pursuit or commercial roles within the M&E construction industry.
• Prior experience working for an M&E contractor is essential.
• Strong understanding of construction project lifecycles, procurement methods and tendering processes.
• Established network within the construction, engineering and infrastructure sectors in Singapore.

Experience supporting projects within one or more of the following sectors:

• Data Centers (preferred)
• Airports (preferred)
• Semiconductor
• Pharmaceutical
• Commercial Buildings
• Mixed-Use Developments

Ideal Candidate

We are looking for a commercially driven individual with strong industry relationships and a proven ability to identify opportunities, influence project pursuits and drive revenue growth. Candidates should possess a solid understanding of the M&E contracting landscape and be comfortable engaging with senior decision-makers across developers, consultants, contractors and end-users.