Assystem
Provides engineering, project management & digital solutions for complex infrastructure in regulated sectors.
1 days ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Riyadh, Riyadh Region, Saudi Arabia
Office Full-Time
Company Size
7,750 Employees
Service Specialisms
Sector Specialisms
Description
opportunity tracking
bid management
client relations
market intelligence
proposal coordination
stakeholder engagement
The Business Development / Proposal Specialist will drive growth for the Siting & Environmental Services portfolio, primarily targeting opportunities in Saudi Arabia. The role involves identifying new business prospects, supporting the full bid lifecycle, managing client relationships, and aligning initiatives with Assystem’s strategic objectives.
Key duties include supporting business development plans, qualifying opportunities with clients, authorities, and developers, and coordinating proposals with technical teams to ensure client needs are met. The specialist will also engage with clients and stakeholders, represent Assystem at industry events, monitor market trends and regulatory developments, and maintain an up‑to‑date opportunity pipeline.
- Identify, track, and qualify new business opportunities for Siting & Environmental Services in Saudi Arabia.
- Manage the full bid lifecycle, including expressions of interest, proposals, negotiations, and presentations.
- Build and maintain client relationships; serve as primary contact for assigned accounts.
- Conduct market intelligence to monitor trends, competitor activity, and regulatory changes.
- Coordinate with engineering, environmental, and project teams to develop high‑quality proposals.
Requirements
bachelor's
8–12 years
business development
ksa market
tendering
communication
Successful candidates will possess a solid understanding of engineering consultancy and environmental services, strong knowledge of the Saudi market, and proven experience in bid preparation, tender submissions, and client presentations. Excellent relationship‑building, communication, commercial awareness, and organizational skills are essential, as is the ability to collaborate with technical and project teams.
Qualifications require a Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Geosciences, Environmental Engineering or a related field, with a Master’s degree considered advantageous. Candidates should have 8–12 years of experience in business development, commercial, tendering, or proposals within engineering or consultancy sectors, specifically in the KSA market, and exposure to Saudi Vision 2030 projects is a strong plus. Additional competencies include communication, presentation, quality consciousness, problem‑solving, results orientation, and effective time management.
- Hold a Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Geosciences, Environmental Engineering or related field; Master’s degree is a plus.
- Possess 8–12 years of experience in business development, tendering, or proposals within engineering or consultancy sectors.
- Demonstrated experience in the KSA market and exposure to Saudi Vision 2030 projects preferred.
- Exhibit strong communication, presentation, problem‑solving, and organizational skills.
Benefits
- Fixed‑term contract in Assystem’s Infrastructure/Building sector within an inclusive, diverse workplace.
Training + Development
Interview process
Visa Sponsorship
Security clearance
Overview
1966 founding
Year of establishment
The company was established in 1966, marking its inception as a global engineering powerhouse.
12 countries
Global presence
Operates across 12 countries, indicating significant international reach.
Revenue €611M
Annual revenue
Generates around €611 million annually, driven by strategic acquisitions.
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- Shapes energy transition through various sectors.
- Champions digital innovation for optimal performance.
- Operates across nuclear, renewables, transport, and hydrogen sectors.
- Engages in advanced fusion research and development.
Culture + Values
- Daring (Making suggestions / Taking initiative)
- Being customer‑oriented (Listening / Commitment / Collaboration)
- Being a team player (Collaboration / Responsibility / Sharing one’s knowledge)
- Being results‑oriented (Self‑sufficiency / Dedication / Perseverance)
- Agility (Adaptability / Curiosity / Responsiveness)
- Enthusiasm (Eagerness / Drive / Sociability)
- Endurance (Valour / Tenacity / Involvement / Resilience)
- Autonomy, empowerment, quality and trust
Environment + Sustainability
42% Emissions Reduction
Scopes 1 & 2 Target
Aims to reduce emissions by 42% by 2030 compared to 2022 baseline.
51.6% Scope 3 Reduction
Per Full-Time Equivalent
Committed to reducing Scope 3 emissions by 51.6% per full-time employee by 2030.
Triple Nuclear Capacity
Global Expansion Goal
Supports tripling global nuclear energy capacity by 2050 as part of the Net Zero Nuclear pledge.
Top 15% Rating
Ecovadis Sustainability
Achieved an Ecovadis Silver rating, placing it in the top 15% of assessed companies.
- Targets validated by the Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) as Paris-aligned
- Signatory of the World Nuclear Association’s Net Zero Nuclear pledge to triple global nuclear capacity by 2050
- Developing low-carbon electricity solutions (nuclear and renewables, grid renovation, green hydrogen)
- Switch & Act for Climate programme to raise climate awareness and drive energy transition actions
Inclusion & Diversity
30%
Women Among New Hires
Recognizes the proportion of women among new hires in the organization.
60%
Internal Promotions
Percentage of high-responsibility positions filled through internal promotions.
70%
Local Managers Promoted
Percentage of local managers promoted from within the organization.
- Recruitment based solely on skills and daring; equal treatment for all candidates
- Assystem supports gender-balance in STEM via partnerships with women-focused engineering events (e.g., APPG Women Leading STEM)