The Business Development Manager (BDM) plays a pivotal role in driving growth opportunities for the company within Singapore’s construction and built environment sector. This includes identifying new business leads, managing tenders, building long-term client relationships, and collaborating with project, engineering, and operations teams to secure and deliver projects successfully.

Key Responsibilities

• Business Growth & Strategy

  • Identify, evaluate, and secure new business opportunities in infrastructure, civil engineering, geotechnical, M&E (mechanical & electrical), and construction sectors.

  • Develop and implement strategic plans to achieve revenue and market expansion goals.

  • Conduct market analysis and competitor benchmarking to identify industry trends and emerging opportunities.

• Client & Stakeholder Engagement

  • Build and maintain strong relationships with developers, contractors, consultants, and government agencies (e.g., BCA, LTA, HDB).

  • Negotiate contracts, joint ventures, and partnership agreements to maximize business value.

  • Act as the main liaison between clients and internal technical teams to ensure alignment of deliverables.

• Tendering & Proposals

  • Lead the preparation, submission, and follow-up of tenders, bids, and proposals.

  • Coordinate with technical and commercial teams to ensure competitive and compliant submissions.

  • Participate in contract discussions and due diligence processes.

• Financial & Commercial

  • Prepare and review feasibility studies, project costing, and financial models.

  • Monitor project profitability, risk exposure, and ensure compliance with local regulatory requirements.

  • Support senior management with forecasting, pipeline management, and budgeting.

Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field.

• Experience: Minimum 5–8 years in business development within the construction or engineering sector.

• Technical Knowledge: Familiarity with Singapore construction regulations, tender processes, and project financing.

• Skills:

  • Strong negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.

  • Proven ability to secure large-scale projects and build client networks.

  • Financial and commercial acumen for contract review and project viability.

  • Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams