Business Development Manager F/M

About Haskoning: At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. About the Maritime team:
Haskoning is a market leader in the international maritime design and consultancy sector and in the UK we have some of our largest teams of maritime technical consultants and engineers. Our maritime staff work closely with colleagues from other specialisms (including Industry & Buildings, Mobility & Infrastructure, Environment and Water) as part of integrated project teams to deliver projects regionally, nationally and internationally. We have a significant growth strategy for our UK business
Our UK growth plan is to further develop our key account relationships and to win new business from a wider client base offering new services to the market.
An important aspect of this new services growth plan is around innovation and to develop digital tools for the maritime sector. This is now a main driver in our business strategy and we are investing heavily in innovation and digital technology and are forming strategic partnerships to achieve these ambitions.
We are looking to appoint an experienced individual to support the business development UK wide. Responsibility to develop the current Haskoning Maritime services
To provide and communicate business opportunities within & across the business
Implementation and execution of account management
Business development support to UK regional offices
To undertake a strategic market review into the Maritime sector including appraisal of clients, services, regions and identification of opportunities for profitable growth
Member of the wider Business Unit management team and will actively work with other Business Managers and their teams in terms of potential leads and delivery of business management and market consolidation.
With excellent communication and presentation skills, you will have a proven ability in influencing at senior levels, can demonstrate a sound commercial awareness with your background showing the following:
A strong track record of success in business development within civil engineering or infrastructure organisations with experience across marketing, through tendering and bid management, to customer account management and development.
Ability to recognise and foster the required relationships to position the business as a prospective player in the infrastructure market.
Experience in the maritime and infrastructure sectors and a strong network of relationships.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to lead and orchestrate client mapping, business development and strategic pursuits.
Excellent negotiation skills, proven track record of successfully pitching for new business.
Port development projects
Marine consenting
Digital products
MICE / MIEE / MI Meche / MBA or equivalent accreditation to support the complex nature of business development and technical input required for the position would be beneficial.
Be part of an open network where you’re connected with the brightest and smartest people and technologies? You can look forward to growing your career in a dynamic workplace with development opportunities and support on your career path. We have flexible working models to ensure a balance of family and working life. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute.