Business Development Executive

General Solutions Contracting Company (GST) is a prominent engineering and contracting firm specializing in Steel Structure, Pre-Engineered Buildings (PEB), and infrastructure projects across Saudi Arabia and international markets. Serving commercial, industrial, and residential sectors, GST offers comprehensive services including design, construction, maintenance, and project management. The company is committed to excellence, safety, and sustainability, consistently delivering projects on schedule while surpassing client expectations. GST prides itself on integrity and innovation, utilizing skilled professionals and advanced technology to provide reliable, high-quality contracting solutions and foster long-term client partnerships.

The Business Development Executive role is a full-time, on-site position based in Gujranwala. The successful candidate will be responsible for identifying and pursuing new business opportunities, building and maintaining a robust sales pipeline, and managing lead generation through calls, meetings, and digital outreach. This role requires developing and nurturing client relationships, preparing proposals and quotations, and coordinating with internal teams to ensure solutions meet client requirements. Additionally, the executive will conduct market research, monitor industry trends, and report on business development performance and forecasts. Representing GST International at client meetings and industry events, the candidate will uphold a professional and consistent brand presence.

Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and pursue new business opportunities to expand the client base.
- Build and maintain a strong sales pipeline through proactive lead generation activities.
- Develop and maintain effective client relationships to support ongoing business growth.
- Prepare detailed proposals, quotations, and presentations aligned with client needs.
- Coordinate with internal teams including engineering, project management, and operations to ensure client requirements are met.
- Conduct market research and track industry trends to inform business strategies.
- Report regularly on business development activities, sales forecasts, and performance metrics.
- Represent GST at client meetings, industry events, and networking opportunities to enhance brand visibility.

Required Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years’ experience in business development, technical sales, or commercial roles within steel structure, PEB, fabrication, construction, or industrial contracting sectors.
- Proven ability to handle Requests for Quotations (RFQs), prepare quotations, and follow up effectively with clients.
- Basic understanding of technical drawings and weight-based steel pricing.
- Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, with proficiency in English for client correspondence and proposal writing.
- Proficient in MS Office applications and comfortable using LinkedIn for outreach. Experience with ERP systems such as Odoo is advantageous.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, or a related field; equivalent experience may be considered.
- Solid skills in new business development, lead generation, account management, negotiation, presentation, and sales planning.
- Ability to work full-time on-site in Gujranwala and travel as required for client meetings.
- Excellent organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to perform in a target-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications and Additional Information:
- Experience in construction, engineering, or related contracting industries is highly beneficial.
- Candidates should be based in or willing to relocate to Gujranwala for this on-site role.
- This position is not suitable for candidates seeking roles in pharma, FMCG, retail, consumer sales, marketing-only, part-time, internship, or remote work arrangements.

This role offers the opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and growing company with a strong reputation in the engineering and contracting sector, working alongside skilled professionals to deliver impactful projects.