Business Development Specialist with EnglishBucharest, RO%LABEL_POSITION_TYPE_FULL_TIME%Marketing
Job Description
Blue Projects’ Project Delivery & Engineering team is looking for a Business Development Specialist to join our team in Bucharest.
About Blue Projects
Blue Projects is a full service Design, Engineering, Project Management and Construction Management company with international experience delivering complex greenfield and brownfield developments for global blue chip clients across retail, commercial and industrial sectors. We operate with a flexible, client focused approach, applying lean design and lean construction methodologies to ensure seamless cross discipline interface management and consistent quality.
With a presence in 53+ countries and 26 offices, our teams have successfully delivered 500+ projects totaling more than €8 billion in value—combining hands on ownership with a culture that prizes safety, down to earth collaboration, and being “always deliver & pleasant to work with.”
Deliver here. Grow here.
We are seeking a Business Development Specialist to support business growth across Eastern Europe and Africa, focusing on industrial engineering, project management and consulting services by generating leads, strengthening client relationships, and supporting tendering and market positioning initiatives.
Job Description
• Identify, research, and qualify new prospects across target industrial markets in Eastern Europe and Africa.
• Build and maintain the sales pipeline using CRM tools, tracking progress and forecasting opportunities.
• Provide reporting on sales funnel metrics and recommend strategies for penetrating regional and international markets.
• Lead and coordinate full-cycle tender preparation and submissions, ensuring compliance with requirements and deadlines.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify trends and opportunities in engineering and project delivery within the assigned regions.
• Monitor competitor strategies to inform bid positioning and value propositions.
• Develop and maintain strong client relationships across Eastern European and African markets.
• Act as the key point of contact for pre-sales engagement and post-proposal follow-up.
• Draft and maintain commercial content including capability statements, case studies, and presentations.
• Collaborate with internal experts to create thought leadership and project success materials.
• Support digital marketing campaigns to generate awareness and leads in target regions.
• Work closely with technical delivery, commercial, procurement, and regional leadership teams to align market strategy and coordinate pricing and contract terms.
Qualifications
• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, or related field.
• Minimum three years of related experience with strong tender administration focus.
• Strong project management and organizational skills in fast-paced environments.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Fluency in English is mandatory.
• Fluency in Hungarian is a plus.
• Strong attention to detail and organizational capabilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Experience with Salesforce and SAP is an advantage.
• Availability for local and occasional international travel.
• Flexibility to meet client deadlines outside normal office hours.
• Ability to facilitate decision-making in ambiguous situations.
Additional Information
Career growth & well being
At Blue Projects, you’ll join a smart, open and communicative team with access to Online Learning Platforms, psychological and well being services, and an Employee Assistance Program.
Benefits (country specific)
Business health insurance coverage, access to sports and relaxation services, and performance based annual bonus; role appropriate equipment such as laptop, mobile phone, and data plan.
Global mobility
Opportunities for international assignments aligned to our Global Mobility Policy, with clear, equitable and standardized terms and conditions for short and long term engagements.
Our culture
We value safety, integrity, flexibility, and being great partners to our clients—operating with hands on ownership and a down to earth, high performance mindset.
Inclusion & Equal Opportunity
Blue Projects is committed to inclusion, dignity and respect, with zero tolerance for bullying, harassment or discrimination. We provide impartial support mechanisms and clear procedures to ensure a respectful workplace for all colleagues, contractors and agency workers.
GDPR & confidentiality
By applying, you consent to the use of your personal data strictly for recruitment purposes, in accordance with our GDPR practices; access is limited to authorized staff and handled confidentially.