We are designers of storied places.
OBMI is a global master planning, architecture, and interior design practice shaping luxury resorts, boutique hotels, private residences, and mixed-use destinations around the world.
For more than 90 years, we have created places deeply rooted in land, culture, and emotion, balancing imagination, craft, and care.
With studios in Miami, London, Dubai, and KSA, we collaborate globally to deliver holistic, experiential environments across the Middle East, the Caribbean, Latin America, and beyond. Clients see us as trusted advisors, drawn to our belief in thoughtful design, long-term value, and spaces that are both innovative and sustainable.
We are looking for a talented Proposal & BD Coordinator to join our Riyadh studio. In this role, you'll help prepare proposals, qualifications packages, and business development materials that support pursuits for hospitality and mixed-use projects around the world. Working alongside colleagues across our global studios, you'll play an important role in helping OBMI secure new opportunities.
About the Role
As the Proposal & BD Coordinator, you will support the firm's marketing and business development efforts throughout the pursuit process, from coordinating proposal submissions and client pre-qualifications to maintaining marketing resources and supporting strategic initiatives. You'll work closely with our proposals team, principals, project teams, and consultants to deliver high-quality submissions that reflect the OBMI brand and help position the firm for continued growth.
What You'll Do
- Prepare and produce proposals, qualifications packages, presentations, and other marketing materials.
- Manage proposal schedules, submission requirements, and deliverables.
- Gather resumes, project experience, technical information, and supporting materials from project teams.
- Coordinate with subconsultants to gather proposal input and ensure timely, compliant submissions.
- Coordinate and prepare client pre-qualification submissions, ensuring company information, technical documentation, certifications, financial records, and compliance documents are compiled, reviewed, and submitted accurately and on time to support future bidding opportunities.
- Assemble, edit, and format proposal documents in accordance with OBMI brand standards.
- Maintain proposal templates, marketing resources, and proposal databases.
- Manage proposal submissions, including printing, packaging, and electronic delivery.
- Support business development activities, market research, conferences, and marketing initiatives as needed.
Who We're Looking For
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, Architecture, Interior Design, or a related discipline preferred.
- 3–7 years of proposal coordination or marketing experience within architecture, engineering, design, or professional services.
- Experience preparing RFPs, RFQs, SOQs, and interview presentations.
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe InDesign; experience with Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, and Microsoft Office.
- Exceptional writing, editing, proofreading, and formatting skills.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and a collaborative approach.
- An interest in architecture, hospitality, and design is preferred.
Why OBMI
At OBMI, you'll join a globally recognized design practice creating extraordinary hospitality, residential, and mixed-use destinations around the world. As part of our team, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Support pursuits for landmark international projects.
- Collaborate with architects, interior designers, planners, and business development professionals across our global studios.
- Help shape compelling proposals and presentations that communicate the value of our work.
- Build your expertise in proposal management, business development, and strategic pursuits.
- Grow your career within a collaborative, creative, and internationally connected practice.
Location: Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
Saudi nationals are encouraged to apply. Please submit your CV and salary expectations to [email protected].