Senior Project Development Associate ( Bid & Development) Full Time NEW

TAIT partners with artists, brands, IP holders and place makers to bring culture-defining, never-before-seen experiences to life. With a legacy of innovation spanning over 45 years, TAIT has grown from pioneering in rock ‘n’ roll concert staging to setting the global standard for extraordinary live events and experiences through cutting-edge technology, precision engineering, and creative design. TAIT’s 20 global offices have developed iconic productions and experiences in over 30 countries, all seven continents, and even outer space for renowned performers, theme parks, exhibits, and venues across the globe, including partnerships with Taylor Swift, Cirque Du Soleil, Royal Opera House, Nike, NASA, Bloomberg, Google, Beyoncé, and The Olympics

Position Purpose

The Project Development Department is a key function responsible for driving new business, managing client relationships, and leading strategic bid efforts across the Middle East region. The department collaborates closely with technical, commercial, and delivery teams to develop competitive, compliant, and commercially sound proposals aligned with TAIT’s capabilities and market positioning.

The Senior Project Development Associate is a critical role within the Project Development team, responsible for leading end-to-end bid processes, managing client engagement during pre-contract stages, and ensuring that all proposals are strategically positioned to win while protecting margin and minimizing risk. The role acts as the primary interface between business development, technical teams, and leadership during pursuits and is accountable for driving pipeline progression, bid quality, and conversion success.

Key Responsibilities

• Act as the primary coordinator and leader for RFP/RFQ submissions, managing the full lifecycle from opportunity identification through submission.
• Develop and drive bid strategies including win themes, value propositions, and competitive positioning.
• Coordinate with technical, commercial, and delivery teams to ensure proposals are fully integrated, realistic, and aligned with execution capabilities.
• Identify commercial risks, scope gaps, and dependencies within RFP documents and ensure they are addressed within submissions.
• Support go/no-go decision processes and provide input on pursuit strategies based on opportunity assessment.
• Contribute to pipeline development and tracking, supporting forecasting and reporting activities.
• Manage and enhance CRM systems to provide accurate pipeline data, client intelligence, and reporting insights.
• Prepare high-quality proposal materials including narratives, case studies, and presentations in collaboration with internal stakeholders.
• Ensure all submissions are compliant with client requirements and internal standards.
• Lead coordination of NDAs, agreements, and commercial documentation with internal legal teams.
• Maintain and develop a library of reusable proposal content, templates, and past submissions.
• Represent TAIT at industry events, client meetings, and conferences to support business development efforts.
• Collaborate with marketing teams on targeted campaigns and strategic positioning initiatives.
• Identify and propose value engineering opportunities and alternative solutions during bid development.
• Provide regular reporting on pipeline status, bid performance, and market insights to leadership

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in business development, bid management, or project development roles.
• Experience working in construction, themed entertainment, engineering, or related industries.
• Strong understanding of RFP processes, commercial terms, and contract structures.
• Proven ability to lead complex bid processes and coordinate multidisciplinary teams.
• Experience in Middle East / Saudi Arabia market preferred.
• Fluent spoken and written Arabic and English, with ability to translate business documents.
• Degree in business, marketing, construction management, or similar, or equivalent experience.
• Strong commercial awareness with ability to identify risks and opportunities.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Keynote, Word, and Excel (or Google equivalents).
• Experience with CRM systems and pipeline management tools.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Collaborative mindset with ability to work across multiple teams and disciplines.

TAIT is an equal opportunity employer fully committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran or any other protected characteristic as outlined by international, national, state, or local laws.