Business Development Officer – Water & Maritime

     Haskoning Philippines is looking for a dynamic business development officer (water and maritime) to join our team in Makati and support our growing business.

What you do as a Business Development Officer – Water & Maritime

     As a business development officer – water and maritime, you will be a key supporting role to our project managers and business developers such as finding and winning work within the Philippines. You will closely work with the Business Development team, support in interactions with clients and technical teams to pull together proposals that lead to winning exciting projects.  

Where you will work

     At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology. Our mission, "Enhancing Society Together," drives us to create a positive impact in the world. 

     We offer purpose-driven and challenging work in diverse international projects, leveraging our 140+ years of expertise. With over 6,800 employees in more than 25 countries, we work together to turn challenges into opportunities and make a real impact on society. We collaborate with leading clients in markets such as infrastructure, climate resilience, renewable energy, decarbonization of industry, and sustainable mobility. 

     Our Philippine office consists of colleagues based in our main office Makati and across project sites. As a team, we excel in a wide variety of services and have a significant and growing portfolio of opportunities in the fields of climate resilience (river basin management, flood mapping, coastal protection, drainage, climate adaptation), maritime (land reclamation, dredging, ports, harbors, and jetties), and renewables (offshore wind and solar). Our clients range from government bodies, development institutions (World Bank, ADB, etc.) to private developers. We provide them with a range of services throughout the various phases of a project: from inception, through master planning, feasibility, design all the way to construction management. Our projects are in the Philippines, but we also provide support within the APAC region and globally. Read our projects here Philippines

What you bring

Responsibilities:
As a business development officer – water and maritime, you will:

• identify and qualify new business opportunities through research, networking, and industry events
• support our project managers and business developers to carry out market analysis and make business plans to map out soft order portfolio
• attend meeting with clients together with the business development directors, supporting them in recording and taking key actions
• monitor and regularly updating information within our CRM system for all business development activities from the Business Development team (e.g. leads, proposals, client contact information, etc.) (following up to ensure actions are taken in time)
• monitor and regularly updating the information for all business development documentation (e.g. brochures, project references, CVs, presentations, etc.)
• set up and maintain templates and forms used for our business development activities
• draft documents under the supervision of business developers i.e. EOIs, proposals, etc.
• ensure proposals meet client requirements and internal quality standards, coordinating inputs from technical and commercial teams
• assist in evaluating opportunities and preparing inputs for bid/no-bid decisions

Profile and Competencies:
To perform this role, you should have the following:

• attention to detail and accuracy
• ability to multitask and manage time efficiently
• positive mind-set and can-do mentality
• responsibility for task delivery from start to finish (seeking assistance when necessary)
• effective communication
• experience in CRM systems
• an affinity with digital ways of work
• strong business partnering and commercial awareness
• strong analytical, influencing, and forward-looking skills
• excellent team player skills, confident, and assertive personality

Qualifications and Experience:
To qualify for this role, you should have the following:

 

• relevant Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or other relevant degree
• minimum 5 years of relevant experience
• knowledgeable of CRM (Client Resource Management) systems
• basic knowledge of related disciplines (data analytics, IT, and risk management)
• excellent verbal & written communication skills in English

What we offer you

     At Haskoning, you will collaborate with an engaging and supportive team, enabling you to develop your skills while working on challenging and diverse projects in the Philippines. You will have opportunities to advance by working on future projects both locally and globally, contributing to your growth within the company. Additionally, we offer:

 

• a creative, digital, and dynamic environment
• work with passionate, dedicated, and supportive colleagues
• a market competitive salary and healthcare benefits for you and your family
• bonuses based on company profit
• organized team events designed to enhance team spirit and collaboration
• flexible work arrangements and hybrid work setup to ensure a good balance between personal and professional life
• opportunity to work on compressed work week so that you will always have a long weekend (40 hours working time compressed in 4 days) (optional) (depends on the job)
• lifelong learning by offering you plenty of training & development opportunities (example: access to LinkedIn learning or taking part of learning weeks organized by our HR Talent Management team or external trainings)

Are you our new colleague?

     We would like to meet you! Click on the apply button and upload your resume and motivation letter. After receiving your application, we will give you feedback as soon as possible. The application process then consists of 1-2 interviews. Are we all enthusiastic after this? Then you will receive an offer from us, and we will be happy to welcome you on board! 

     For more information, you can always contact Michelle Spoor (recruiter Philippines) at [email protected]. Due to the privacy law, please submit your application via the apply button and not via email. 

     At Haskoning, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered. Our mission of "Enhancing Society Together" drives us to create an environment that embraces each individual’s unique background, identity, and perspective. Regardless of your experience, background, age, gender, or other personal characteristics—you are welcome here. We believe that diversity makes us stronger and that an inclusive culture gives everyone the opportunity to grow and contribute. Read more about our ED&I initiatives on our dedicated webpage.

Acquisition for this vacancy by agencies is not appreciated and offered candidates will not be taken into consideration.