Business Development Manager

Engineering Consultancy | Growth & Market Expansion Key Responsibilities Identify and generate new business opportunities across engineering consultancy, MEP, Fire & Life Safety, Acoustics, Vertical Transportation and related services. Develop relationships with developers, lead consultants, contractors, industrial clients and strategic partners to secure new projects.

Identify and explore potential markets, particularly across Africa, Europe, India and the Middle East, to support XELUXE's international expansion. Develop and execute business development strategies, including client acquisition/ framework, market entry and revenue growth. Identify suitable engineering consultancy partners, particularly in MEP and multidisciplinary services, to support XELUXE's expanding technical capabilities.

Coordinate with technical and proposal teams to convert opportunities into successful project awards. Monitor market trends, competitors and upcoming developments, providing actionable recommendations to management.

Qualifications

& Experience Bachelor's degree in Engineering preferred but not mandatory. An MBA or relevant business qualification is an advantage. Ideally 4–5 years of business development experience, preferably in engineering consultancy, MEP, construction or related technical services. Demonstrated ability in lead generation, client acquisition, project conversion and business expansion.

Experience in identifying international business opportunities and developing professional networks, particularly in Africa, Europe or the Middle East, would be an advantage. Strong communication, negotiation, commercial awareness and relationship-building skills. Self-driven, commercially focused and capable of independently developing new business opportunities.