General information

We are recruiting a Business Developer for one of our key clients, a well-established company in Ticino .

Employment rate: 100%

Work location: Ticino

Remote work: to be considered
 

DUTIES AND ACTIVITIES

• To develop new business opportunities in the Ticino region and, more generally, in the Swiss market.

• Establish, strengthen, and manage long-term relationships with public and private clients, design firms, strategic partners, and key industry stakeholders.

• To represent the company in the region, strengthening its presence and reputation in the local market.

• Collect, analyze, and share strategic information related to new investments, infrastructure projects, and development opportunities.

• Collaborate with General Management and the Sales Department in defining growth strategies and developing new partnerships.

• Support preliminary negotiations with business partners and potential joint venture partners.

• Promote coordination between business development activities carried out in Switzerland and those conducted internationally, ensuring an effective flow of information.

• Constantly monitor the market, identifying new business opportunities and assessing the competition's positioning.

• Help identify priority business initiatives and support the evaluation process for new projects.

• Analyze the competitive and regulatory landscape, as well as developments in the construction and infrastructure markets.

• Prepare periodic reports for management, highlighting trends, risks, and opportunities.

• Collaborate with the Engineering, Tendering, Procurement, and Contract Management departments during the preparation of bids.

• Attend meetings with clients, government agencies, designers, and business partners whenever requested.

• Provide strategic support during the prequalification phases and bidding processes.
   

REQUIREMENTS

• Extensive professional experience in business development gained in the construction and/or infrastructure sector in Switzerland.

• In-depth knowledge of the Ticino market, its dynamics, and the sector’s key players.

• A well-established network of contacts in the Canton of Ticino, built through professional experience in the region.

• Excellent knowledge of Swiss public procurement law.

• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and business development skills.

• A strong aptitude for building trusting relationships with customers, partners, and stakeholders.

• Excellent command of the Italian language.

• Good knowledge of at least one of the following languages: English, French, or German.

• A bachelor’s degree in civil engineering or a related technical field is preferred.

• Knowledge of both French and German will be considered a plus.

• Experience gained in international groups or large companies is preferred.

• An extensive professional network that extends beyond the Ticino region provides added value.

• Strong focus on goals and results.

• Excellent organizational, decision-making, and planning skills.

• Ability to work in a team and interact easily with people at various levels.

• Flexibility, dynamism, and a willingness to travel frequently throughout Switzerland.
  
   

Your application will be treated with the utmost confidentiality and will initially be used solely for internal evaluation. Your information will be forwarded to our client company only after an introductory interview with one of our recruiters.

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