Senior Project Development Associate ( Bid & Development)📣 Job Ad
| Contract Type | Full-time | |
| Workplace type | On-site | |
| Location | Riyadh |
About the Role
TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders, and place makers to create unique, culture-defining experiences. With over 45 years of innovation, TAIT has evolved from pioneering rock 'n' roll concert staging to setting global standards for live events and experiences through advanced technology, engineering, and design. TAIT's global presence spans 20 offices, delivering iconic productions in over 30 countries across all seven continents, and even outer space, for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues. Notable partnerships include Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics.
The Project Development Department is central to driving new business, managing client relationships, and leading strategic bid efforts, particularly within the Middle East region. This department collaborates closely with technical, commercial, and delivery teams to develop proposals that are competitive, compliant, and commercially sound, aligning with TAIT's capabilities and market position. The Senior Project Development Associate plays a vital role in this team, overseeing the end-to-end bid process, managing client engagement during pre-contract stages, and ensuring proposals are strategically positioned for success while safeguarding margins and minimizing risk. This role serves as the primary interface between business development, technical teams, and leadership during pursuits, and is accountable for pipeline progression, bid quality, and conversion success.
Key Responsibilities
- Act as the primary coordinator and leader for RFP/RFQ submissions, managing the full lifecycle from opportunity identification through submission.
- Develop and drive bid strategies, including win themes, value propositions, and competitive positioning.
- Coordinate with technical, commercial, and delivery teams to ensure proposals are fully integrated, realistic, and aligned with execution capabilities.
- Identify commercial risks, scope gaps, and dependencies within RFP documents and ensure they are addressed within submissions.
- Support go/no-go decision processes and provide input on pursuit strategies based on opportunity assessment.
- Contribute to pipeline development and tracking, supporting forecasting and reporting activities.
- Manage and enhance CRM systems to provide accurate pipeline data, client intelligence, and reporting insights.
- Prepare high-quality proposal materials, including narratives, case studies, and presentations, in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
- Ensure all submissions are compliant with client requirements and internal standards.
- Lead coordination of NDAs, agreements, and commercial documentation with internal legal teams.
- Maintain and develop a library of reusable proposal content, templates, and past submissions.
- Represent TAIT at industry events, client meetings, and conferences to support business development efforts.
- Collaborate with marketing teams on targeted campaigns and strategic positioning initiatives.
- Identify and propose value engineering opportunities and alternative solutions during bid development.
- Provide regular reporting on pipeline status, bid performance, and market insights to leadership.
Qualifications and Requirements
- A minimum of 2 years of experience in business development, bid management, or project development roles.
- Experience working in construction, themed entertainment, engineering, or related industries.
- Strong understanding of RFP processes, commercial terms, and contract structures.
- Proven ability to lead complex bid processes and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
- Experience in the Middle East / Saudi Arabia market is preferred.
- Fluent spoken and written Arabic and English, with the ability to translate business documents.
- A degree in business, marketing, construction management, or a similar field, or equivalent practical experience.
- Strong commercial awareness with the ability to identify risks and opportunities.
- Excellent organizational and time management skills.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Proficiency in PowerPoint, Keynote, Word, and Excel (or Google equivalents).
- Experience with CRM systems and pipeline management tools.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
- A collaborative mindset with the ability to work across multiple teams and disciplines.
Required Skills
- Business Development
- Bid Management
- Project Development
- RFP/RFQ Processes
- Commercial Terms and Contract Structures
- Risk and Opportunity Identification
- Pipeline Development and Management
- CRM Systems
- Proposal Writing and Presentation Skills
- Value Engineering
- Commercial Awareness
- Organizational and Time Management Skills
- Interpersonal and Communication Skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Keynote, Word, Excel) and Google Suite
- Teamwork
Work Environment and Location
This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role operates within a dynamic, deadline-driven environment, requiring collaboration across multiple teams and disciplines.
Requirements
- Requires 2-5 Years experience
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