Business Development Manager - Saudi Arabia
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Business Development Manager – Saudi Arabia Converra Consulting | Riyadh, KSA The Opportunity We are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to lead client acquisition and relationship management for Converra's Saudi Arabia operations.
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The Opportunity
We are seeking an experienced Business Development Manager to lead client acquisition and relationship management for Converra's Saudi Arabia operations.
This is a senior commercial role requiring deep market knowledge of the Saudi construction and infrastructure sector, an established professional network, and the credibility to represent a specialist advisory firm at the highest levels.
The role is Riyadh-based and reports directly to firm leadership.
Key Responsibilities
- Drive business development and revenue growth across Converra's full service portfolio in Saudi Arabia - Advisory, Consulting (PMC/PMO, QS, Contract Management, Claims) and Expert & Forensic Services
- Identify, pursue and convert opportunities with main contractors, developers, government authorities, legal firms and financial institutions active in KSA's construction and infrastructure market
- Build and maintain senior-level relationships with key decision-makers across Vision 2030 programmes, NEOM, Giga-projects and conventional construction sectors
- Develop and execute a structured go-to-market strategy for KSA, including pipeline management, proposal coordination and client engagement plans
- Represent Converra at industry events, forums and professional networks in the Kingdom
- Work closely with technical and delivery teams to scope engagements, structure proposals, and support commercial negotiations
- Provide market intelligence on competitor positioning, procurement trends and emerging opportunities across the Saudi market
- Support the firm's broader GCC growth strategy with cross-border client development where relevant
Experience
- 8–10 years of business development, client relations or commercial leadership experience in the construction, infrastructure or professional services sector in Saudi Arabia
- Demonstrable track record of winning and growing mandates with contractors, developers or government bodies in KSA
- Existing network across Vision 2030-linked programmes, Giga-projects (NEOM, Diriyah, ROSHN, Red Sea, Qiddiya, etc.) and major infrastructure clients strongly preferred
Language
- Fluent Arabic (native or professional proficiency) - essential
- Professional-level English - essential
Education
- Degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Business or a related discipline
- Professional accreditation (MRICS, PMP, or equivalent) is advantageous
Skills & Attributes
- Deep understanding of the Saudi construction market structure, procurement ecosystem and regulatory environment
- Ability to articulate complex technical and advisory services in commercial terms to senior client stakeholders
- Self-starter with a consultative, relationship-first approach to business development
- Strong proposal writing, presentation and negotiation skills
- Familiarity with FIDIC contract forms and construction advisory services is a significant advantage
What Converra Offers
- A senior, autonomous role with direct visibility to firm leadership
- Competitive base salary and performance-linked incentive structure
- An opportunity to shape and grow Converra's Saudi platform at a pivotal moment in the Kingdom's infrastructure expansion
- Click on the job post to apply or you can also
- drop an email at info@converra.global with heading – Business Development Manager Saudi Arabia
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