Business Development Specialist

Selex Engineering & Construction Company Limited is an indigenous engineering company delivering integrated Engineering, Procurement, Fabrication, Construction, Installation, Commissioning, Operations & Maintenance (EPCIC-OM) solutions across Africa, with Nigeria as our foundation. We serve the Oil & Gas industry while expanding into the Power, Manufacturing, Telecommunications, and Infrastructure sectors. Backed by multidisciplinary expertise and extensive field experience, we provide reliable engineering solutions throughout the entire project lifecycle. 

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Specialist

Location: Lekki, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time

Role Description

• The Business Development Specialist is a full-time, on-site role based in Lagos, Nigeria.
• This role is responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities across Selex’s core sectors, including Oil & Gas, Power, Manufacturing, Telecommunications, and Infrastructure.
• Day-to-day tasks include conducting market research, generating and qualifying leads, managing a sales pipeline, and preparing proposals and presentations tailored to client needs.
• The specialist will build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, coordinate meetings and negotiations, and collaborate with engineering, project, and finance teams to align solutions with client requirements and company capabilities.
• The role also involves tracking industry trends, contributing to bid strategies and tender submissions, and providing regular performance and forecast reports to support strategic growth initiatives.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or a related field; advanced certifications in sales or project management are an advantage.
• Strong Analytical Skills to assess markets, interpret data, evaluate opportunities, and support business case development.
• Excellent Communication and interpersonal skills to engage clients, present solutions, negotiate terms, and collaborate with internal teams.
• Lead Generation and pipeline management skills to identify prospects, qualify opportunities, and drive conversion to secured projects.
• Market Research skills to monitor industry trends, competitor activities, and regulatory developments in Oil & Gas and related sectors.
• Customer Service orientation to manage client expectations, provide timely support, and foster long-term, trust-based relationships.
• Proven experience in business development, sales, or account management in engineering, construction, or energy-related industries.
• Good understanding of EPC/EPCIC projects, industrial services, and Nigerian/African market dynamics.
• Proficiency with CRM tools, MS Office (especially Excel and PowerPoint), and basic financial acumen for pricing and proposal support.
• Ability to work on-site, travel within Nigeria as required, and operate ethically

Salary
N300,000 - N550,000 monthly.