Job Description
With over 450 employees in seven global offices from Amsterdam to Austin, Hong Kong to Dubai UNS is more than an architecture firm. We're a collective of thinkers, problem solvers, and creative minds working across disciplines to shape a better world. Whether it's cities or airports, bridges or brands, we design solutions that address real societal challenges.
Key Responsibilities
The Bid Coordinator is co-responsible for the expansion of UNS business network, in co-charge of researching business opportunities and responsible for the planning and preparation of tender documents, RFP's, and business proposals. You will work closely with the Directors, their teams and the other team members of the Communications Department of which Business Development is part.
To make it a success you have excellent social and communication skills, an entrepreneurial mind-set, and a networker by nature. You are familiar with today's architecture and urban planning related business development processes.
Function Profile
- Production of tenders, business plans and RFP's
- Assistance in maintaining a clear overview of business-related inquires
- Market research and exploration of opportunities in international markets to expand UNS activities
- Proactively anticipating possibilities to expand UNStudio's network
- Preparing / updating presentation material
Job requirements
Qualifications
- Minimum of 5 years relevant working experience in similar or relevant field (Architecture, Engineering, Real Estate, Investors)
- University degree in Architecture, Real Estate, Economics, Communications and/or Business Administration
- Proven track record in identifying, pursuing, and securing business opportunities in competitive markets.
- Experience working with high-profile clients and understanding the regional business culture and dynamics in the Middle East.
- Excellent communication and organisational skills
- Good writing skills
- Self-discipline and confidence in an ad-hoc environment
- Stress resistance and a proactive hands-on mentality
- Fluent (written and spoken) English and additional language skills (Arabic) are a plus
When you work at UNS
- You have the opportunity to work on high profile, challenging global projects
- You are part of a creative, fresh, professional and academic working environment
- Your experience is highly valued, but your innovative and entrepreneurial attitude is ranked highest
- Friday Afternoon Drinks are always waiting for you
- Our annual Summer and Winter Events have become legendary
- You have 27 annual holidays, with a holiday allowance in addition to your annual salary
