
Deputy Director – Building Business Unit
WSP in Deutschland
full-time
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Location Type: Hybrid
Location: Paris • France
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About the role
- Business development & client relations
- Define and implement the prospecting strategy for the private sector: commercial real estate (offices), hospitality, healthcare, data centers, luxury, etc.
- Contribute to the growth of our client portfolio and develop relationships with strategic partners: developers, architects, contractors...
- Coordinate commercial activities with the dedicated team (Head of Development, Sales Managers)
- Negotiate commercial proposals/contracts with clients and partners
- Manage existing key accounts: engagement, retention, feedback and lessons learned
- Represent WSP France with impact and professionalism to our clients and specifiers/prescribers
- Work closely with the Business Unit Director and the Operations Director to ensure the BU's performance
- Provide technical and strategic support to project managers
- Participate in drafting and optimizing contracts.
Requirements
- Master's degree (engineering or equivalent)
- Proven experience (minimum 15 years) in the building/construction sector (architectural firms, construction companies, engineering consultancies)
- Strong knowledge of the private sector and its stakeholders (property developers, engineering consultancies [BET], architects, general contractors…)
- Good command of contract frameworks (French loi MOP, Global Performance Contracts, private contracts)
- Comfortable working in a multicultural environment: fluency in English is essential (written and spoken).
Benefits
- A work environment inspired by diversity and driven by inclusion.
- Flexible working policy.
- Excellent career prospects.
- A supportive environment that invests in your development and training.
Applicant Tracking System Keywords
Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.
Hard Skills & Tools
contract negotiationprospecting strategyclient portfolio managementcommercial proposal draftingcontract optimizationtechnical supportstrategic support
Soft Skills
business developmentclient relationsengagementretentionprofessionalismmulticultural communication
Certifications
Master's degree in engineering or equivalent