Business Development Manager

About the Role

DAR ENGINEERING is seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to expand its market presence across Saudi Arabia and the wider GCC region. This full-time role, based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, requires an engineering professional with a strong consulting background to identify and secure new business opportunities in building design, infrastructure design, and energy (power & distribution) projects. The successful candidate will build long-term relationships with clients, developers, government entities, and strategic partners, bridging DAR ENGINEERING's technical capabilities with client needs throughout the project lifecycle.

Key Responsibilities

• Identify, pursue, and secure new business opportunities in building design, infrastructure design, and energy (power & distribution) projects within Saudi Arabia and the GCC.
• Develop and execute business development strategies aligned with DAR ENGINEERING's growth objectives and target sectors.
• Build and maintain relationships with developers, government entities, PMO/PMC firms, contractors, and other strategic stakeholders.
• Monitor market trends, upcoming tenders, mega/giga-project pipelines, and competitor activity to identify growth opportunities.
• Lead client engagement from initial approach and capability presentations through proposal submission and contract negotiation.
• Collaborate with technical, design, and engineering teams to ensure proposals accurately reflect project scope, technical approach, and value proposition.
• Support DAR ENGINEERING's positioning across all project stages, including planning, concept design, schematic design, detailed design, and construction supervision.
• Represent DAR ENGINEERING at industry events, conferences, and client meetings to enhance brand visibility.
• Coordinate with Bid & Tendering, Marketing, and Technical departments to develop client-focused proposals and presentations.
• Track and report on the business development pipeline, win rates, and revenue targets to senior management.
• Provide market intelligence and client feedback to support strategic decision-making and service offering development.
• Support contract negotiations and commercial discussions in coordination with legal, finance, and senior leadership.

Qualifications and Experience

• Over 10 years of experience in business development within the engineering consulting sector.
• Strong background in engineering with commercial acumen.
• Demonstrated ability to identify and secure new business opportunities in building design, infrastructure design, and energy projects.
• Proven track record of building and maintaining client relationships.

Work Environment and Benefits

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to landmark projects across Saudi Arabia and the GCC within a leading multidisciplinary consultancy. DAR ENGINEERING provides a collaborative and supportive work environment, a competitive salary, and a benefits package. The company values its employees and recognizes their contributions, fostering a team-oriented culture focused on shared success. Riyadh-based candidates are preferred, with relocation support available for qualified talent.

Application Process

Candidates who meet the qualifications are invited to submit their application online. The selection process typically involves two interview stages, with the initial interview conducted virtually and the final stage often taking place in person. DAR ENGINEERING is an Equal Opportunity employer committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion.