Business Development & Proposal Specialist (Saudi National only)

Finding solutions to climate change is the priority of the 21st century, and means switching to low-carbon energy. At Assystem, our mission is to accelerate the energy transition worldwide. To achieve this, our 7,500 Switchers combine their historical engineering expertise and project management with digital technologies. In our 12 countries (Europe, Middle East, Asia) of operation, we are working on the production and distribution of low-carbon electricity, through the development of nuclear and renewable energies. We are also supporting the modernisation and development of energy grids, managing the setup and siting for new transmission and distribution networks, and using hydrogen to decarbonise the transport and industry sectors. The Business Development OR Proposal Specialist  will support and execute business development activities for the Siting & Environmental Services portfolio, with a primary focus on Saudi Arabia . The role involves identifying opportunities, supporting bids, managing client relationships, and contributing to growth initiatives aligned with Assystem’s strategic objectives. Job-Specific & Generic Skills Solid understanding of engineering consultancy and environmental services Good knowledge of  Saudi Arabian markets Experience in bid preparation, tender submissions, and client presentations Strong relationship management and communication skills Ability to work collaboratively with technical and project teams Commercial awareness with the ability to identify and support growth opportunities Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously Key Responsibilities & Accountabilities Business Development & Opportunity Support Support the development and execution of business development plans for the Siting & Environmental Services portfolio Identify, track, and qualify new business opportunities with clients, authorities, and developers Assist in managing the full bid lifecycle , including expressions of interest, proposals, and negotiations Coordinate with technical teams to ensure client requirements are well understood and addressed Client & Stakeholder Engagement Support the BU Director in building and maintaining client relationships Act as a point of contact for assigned clients and opportunities Participate in client meetings, presentations, and workshops Represent Assystem professionally at industry events and networking forums Market Intelligence & Strategy Support Monitor market trends, competitor activity, and regulatory developments Provide inputs to support market positioning and service development Maintain an updated opportunity pipeline and market intelligence database Collaboration & Internal Coordination Work closely with engineering, environmental, and project teams to support proposals and client engagements Contribute to the preparation of high-quality bids and presentations Support knowledge sharing and best practices across the business unit Minimum Required Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geosciences, Environmental Engineering , or a related field Master’s degree in Business Administration or Engineering is an advantage Experience 8–12 years of experience in business development, commercial, Tendering or Proposals  within engineering, environmental, or consultancy sectors Demonstrated experience supporting or leading bids, proposals, and client engagements in the KSA market Exposure to Saudi Vision 2030 projects is a strong advantage Communications & Presentation Skills Quality Consciousness Attention to Details Problem Solving & Decision Making Results Orientation Planning and organizing with time management Relationship Management We are committed to equal treatment of candidates and promote, as well as foster all forms of diversity within our company. We believe that bringing together people with different backgrounds and perspectives is essential for creating innovative and impactful solutions. Skills, talent, and our people’s ability to dare are the only things that matter !. Bring your unique contributions and help us shape the future.