Overview
Business Development Director Jobs in Abu Dhabi, UAE at Hill International Limited
Job description
The business development director will spearhead accelerated growth across the UAE. This role is designed for a market leader with the credibility, network, and strategic depth to expand market share, unlock new revenue streams, and position the company as a top-tier integrated consultancy partner across infrastructure and transportation.
Responsibilities:
Build and execute a UAE growth roadmap aligned with national development programs and infrastructure investment cycles.
Identify high-value opportunities across transport authorities, municipalities, sovereign-backed developers, and mega-development programs.
Drive early client engagement to influence procurement strategy and scope definition.
Expand presence in strategic frameworks and long-term master development programs.
Establish trusted relationships at C-suite and board level within target organizations.
Lead strategic account development plans for priority clients.
Act as the face of the organization in high-level negotiations and industry forums.
Position differentiated, value-led solutions that align with client transformation agendas.
Lead end-to-end capture lifecycle for high-value pursuits.
Develop aggressive and data-driven win strategies.
Conduct competitive intelligence assessments and define market counter-positioning.
Structure teaming strategies, joint ventures, and strategic alliances to maximize win.
Direct proposal governance, pricing strategy, executive messaging, and final submission approvals.
Requirements:
15+ years of business development leadership within UAE.
Demonstrated record of winning major projects in the UAE.
Established executive-level network across government and sovereign-linked entities.
Proven ability to influence procurement strategies and shape early-stage opportunities.
Experience managing multi-million-dollar pursuits in competitive environments.
Deep understanding of UAE procurement processes and evolving integrated consultancy models.
Strong executive communication skills and board-level presence.
About the company
Hill International, with more than 4,300 professionals in over 100 offices worldwide, provides program management, project management, construction management, project management oversight, advisory, facilities management, and other consulting services to clients in a variety of market sectors. Engineering News-Record magazine recently ranked Hill as one of the largest program management firms in the world.
Hill is exclusively a program, project, and construction management provider, meaning we have one focus as a company: protecting client interests. Free of any potential conflicts, our entire business is geared towards helping clients achieve their desired outcomes. We are dedicated to exceeding expectations throughout the entire construction project lifecycle and adapt to the needs of each assignment to develop tailored approaches and solutions to meet those needs.
Hill is a GISI Consulting Group company, part of the Global Infrastructure Solutions, Inc. family of companies.
Equal opportunity statement
Hill International is an equal opportunity employer, veteran, and disabled friendly.
Note: This job description is intended to provide an indication of the nature and levels of work, knowledge, skills, abilities, and other essential functions to be carried out as part of fulfilling the role mentioned. Various other duties as required.
Title: Business Development Director
Company: Hill International Limited
Location: Abu Dhabi, UAE
