Business Development Manager

Job Description

At Modon, we create iconic designs and experiences for living, leisure and business that continually surpass expectations. Our goal is to deliver long-term, sustainable value wherever we go, laying the foundations for a new era of intelligent, connected living.

We have an exciting new opportunity for a Business Development Manager to join our organization in Abu Dhabi, UAE.

The Business Development Manager at Modon will be responsible for; supporting the identification, evaluation, and development of new growth opportunities in alignment with Modon’s focus on sustainable urban development and smart infrastructure.

This role plays a key part in driving commercial initiatives, coordinating with internal teams and external stakeholders, and contributing to Modon’s overall business expansion, innovation, and strategic objectives.

Roles, Responsibilities, Duties

Market Research & Opportunity Assessment

• Identify and assess new business opportunities, partnerships, and market trends relevant to sustainable infrastructure, smart mobility, and community services.
• Conduct analysis of commercial feasibility, market demand, and potential revenue models to support decision-making.
• Prepare benchmarking reports and business case presentations.

Business Development Execution

• Assist in preparing business cases, VfM, pricing, proposals, pitch decks, term sheets, and RFP responses for business opportunities.
• Support negotiations and commercial discussions with clients, investors, technology providers, and government stakeholders.
• Coordinate the internal process required to evaluate new project opportunities, including due diligence and cross-department collaboration.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Manage contact pipelines and assist in cultivating relationships with key internal and external stakeholders.
• Represent Modon in client and partner meetings, trade shows, and stakeholder sessions alongside senior team members.
• Act as the point of contact for selected regional business development partners or partners-in-development stages.

Reporting & Planning

• Maintain and update CRM systems, BD trackers, and reporting dashboards.
• Produce regular performance reports, including pipeline tracking, investment opportunity notes, and market scan summaries.
• Monitor and report on competitor activities, regulatory developments, and urban innovation benchmarks.

Qualification(s):

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Civil Engineering, Urban Planning or related field.
• Master’s degree in business administration, Engineering, Urban Planning, or related field is advantageous.

Experience and Competencies:

Experience

• Minimum 10 years of experience in business development, with at least 3 years in infrastructure, real estate, or urban innovation domain.
• Experience working with or within development frameworks or in public-private partnership (PPP) projects is advantageous.

Competencies

• Strong analytical and commercial assessment abilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Organization and multitasking ability in fast-paced environments.
• Professional fluency in English; proficiency in Arabic is advantageous.