Business Development Executive (Female)

Desert Group is Hiring – Business Development Executive

Location: Dubai, UAE

Job Summary

Business Development

• Identify and develop new business opportunities within the construction, landscape, swimming pool and maintenance sectors.
• Research and identify potential clients, developers, consultants, main contractors and project stakeholders.
• Generate new leads and develop a strong business pipeline.
• Establish and maintain long-term relationships with existing and potential clients.
• Conduct regular client visits and meetings to understand upcoming project requirements.
• Monitor market trends, competitor activities and upcoming construction projects.

Project & Tender Opportunities

• Identify upcoming projects and potential tender opportunities.
• Coordinate with the Estimation, Commercial and Technical teams for tender submissions.
• Review project requirements, tender invitations, scope of work and client requirements.
• Follow up on submitted quotations and tenders and maintain accurate records.
• Support the team in developing commercial proposals and presentations.
• Track opportunities from initial enquiry through to project award.

Client & Stakeholder Management

• Build relationships with developers, consultants, contractors, project management companies and government/private-sector clients.
• Act as a key point of contact for clients during the business development process.
• Understand client needs and coordinate internally to provide suitable technical and commercial solutions.
• Follow up with clients regarding proposals, negotiations and project requirements.
• Maintain professional relationships to encourage repeat business and referrals.

Market Development

• Identify new market segments, projects and potential business areas.
• Attend industry meetings, networking events, exhibitions and business development activities.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of the UAE construction and contracting market.
• Prepare regular reports on business development activities, leads, opportunities and conversions.
• Provide management with market intelligence and recommendations.

Coordination & Reporting

• Coordinate with Estimation, QS, Operations, Project Management and Finance teams.
• Maintain a proper database of clients, leads, projects and opportunities.
• Prepare weekly/monthly business development reports.
• Monitor sales targets, pipeline value and conversion rates.
• Ensure timely follow-up on all business opportunities.

Skills, Experience & Educational Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Real Estate,Marketing or a related field.
• Minimum 3–5 years of Business Development/Sales experience, preferably within the construction industry.
• Driving License is Mandatory

Work Location: In person