Business Development Specialist

Company Description Benchmark Fitout is a full-service firm specializing in concept-to-completion construction and high-end fit-out services. The company supports clients through every project phase, including planning, design, permissions, approvals, and build execution. Benchmark Fitout also provides after-sales support and ongoing maintenance to ensure lasting quality and client satisfaction. Team members collaborate closely with clients and internal stakeholders to deliver tailored, high-standard fit-out solutions across diverse sectors. Role Description The Business Development Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in Kuwait City. This role is responsible for identifying and qualifying new business opportunities, generating leads, and building strong relationships with clients in the construction and fit-out sector. The specialist conducts market research to understand industry trends, competitor activity, and client needs, and uses these insights to prepare proposals, presentations, and sales strategies. Daily responsibilities include managing a sales pipeline, coordinating with project and design teams, following up on inquiries, and maintaining accurate records of interactions and opportunities. The role also involves providing professional customer service, attending client meetings, and supporting revenue growth and long-term partnerships. Qualifications • Strong Analytical Skills and Market Research abilities to identify opportunities and support data-driven decisions. • Excellent Communication and Customer Service skills to build trust, manage client expectations, and maintain long-term relationships. • Proven experience in Lead Generation and business development, ideally within construction, interiors, or fit-out services. • Ability to work on-site in Kuwait City, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage multiple opportunities simultaneously. • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is preferred. • Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage. • Proficiency with CRM tools and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to manage pipelines and prepare proposals. • Demonstrated negotiation skills, commercial awareness, and a results-driven, ethical approach to sales.

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Engineering, Architecture, or a related field is preferred. Fluency in English; Arabic language skills are an advantage. Proficiency with CRM tools and MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) to manage pipelines and prepare proposals. Demonstrated negotiation skills, commercial awareness, and a results-driven, ethical approach to sales.

Identifying and qualifying new business opportunities, generating leads, and building strong relationships with clients in the construction and fit-out sector. Conducting market research to understand industry trends, competitor activity, and client needs, and using these insights to prepare proposals, presentations, and sales strategies. Managing a sales pipeline, coordinating with project and design teams, following up on inquiries, and maintaining accurate records of interactions and opportunities. Providing professional customer service, attending client meetings, and supporting revenue growth and long-term partnerships.