Business Development Manager (Heavy Equipment)

Job description / Role

Guildhall is currently recruiting for Business Development Manager who will be responsible for establishing and growing the company’s new branch in Dubai. This person will drive sales, secure contracts, and build long-term relationships with contractors, developers, and project stakeholders. The role requires a proactive, ambitious professional who can operate independently and help shape the growth of a new international business in the UAE.

The company provides large construction equipment such as excavators, loaders, and other heavy machinery on a rental basis to contractors and developers. While the Dubai branch is new, the business has a strong and successful foundation overseas.

Key Responsibilities
• Identify and develop new business opportunities in the construction sector
• Build strong relationships with contractors, developers, and project managers
• Promote the company’s heavy plant and excavator rental services to new and existing clients
• Prepare and present proposals, quotations, and rental agreements
• Track market trends and competitor activities within the plant hire industry
• Work closely with management to plan equipment purchases based on contract wins
• Drive revenue growth and meet agreed sales targets
• Represent the company at site visits, meetings, and industry events
• Support the long-term operational setup of the Dubai branch
• Contribute to developing pricing strategies and business plans
• Provide monthly sales forecasting and pipeline updates

• Proven experience as a Business Development Manager or Sales Manager
• Strong background in construction, heavy equipment rental, machinery sales, or plant hire
• Strong existing network in the UAE construction market (preferred)
• Ability to build trust and long-term client relationships
• Ambitious, independent, and target-driven
• Strong communication and negotiation skills
• Valid UAE driving licence
• Nationality open — European candidates preferred by the owner

About the Company

Guildhall is the most respected HR & Headhunting Consultancy in the MENA Region.

With deep, extensive knowledge of HR & Recruiting in the region, Guildhall has become a trusted partner of choice for candidates and clients. Starting from an exclusive recruitment agency in Dubai - UAE, Guildhall has grown into an elite service with the ability to cover vacancies in across MENA and Asia-pacific.

Offering tailored Career Sessions and an innovative industry-first membership program designed to save money on core services.

Guildhall is the partner of choice.