Business Developer / Project Manager | Water/Climate & Finance

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Business Developer / Project Manager Water/Climate & Finance to lead and accelerate the development of water and climate resilience infrastructure projects globally.

What you will do as a Business Developer for Water International

You bring deep expertise in the early phases of project development, with a strong command of technical solutions (engineering), project finance, funding mobilization, and strategic stakeholder engagement. In your role, you are highly motivated to identify, develop and bring meaningful and impactful projects to realization and deliver on the SDGs.

We are looking for a candidate with a solid understanding of international financial instruments and mechanisms, particularly in the domain of water and climate finance. A well-established network of financiers, including international financial institutions (IFIs), impact investors, and export credit agencies, is highly desirable. You are not expected to be proficient in developing financial models, but you should be able to understand and analyse such models and have experience in innovative procurement models.

In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for supporting and expanding our project portfolio by unlocking sales channels and identifying high-impact opportunities. You will play a central role in shaping project concepts and developing delivery strategies that integrate global market intelligence with the offerings of financing institutions.

Collaboration is key: you will work closely with senior international project managers and business developers to cultivate and strengthen relationships with essential stakeholders, including local water utilities, government entities, embassies, contractors, equipment suppliers, and financial partners. Your ability to connect and mobilize these networks will be instrumental in driving sustainable growth and delivering innovative water solutions worldwide.

What you bring

• >8 years of relevant work experience, preferably as an international business developer and/or project manager, with a proven business development track record;
• Education: MSc in civil engineering, environmental engineering, hydrology, or similar. A degree in finance is an advantage;
• Project management skills in infrastructure projects, ensuring delivery within time, budget, and to the satisfaction of the client. Experience with project financing plans and contracts;
• Development of new and innovative business is in your DNA;
• Strong analytical competences;
• Good sense for commercial business and a strong external network and contacts in this sector;
• Tactful, diplomatic, and persuasive;
• Commercially savvy and focused on optimizing business results;
• Stress resilient and flexible;
• Excellent communication skills to communicate, present, assert, and speak to all the different stakeholders involved;
• Collaborative approach and enthusiasm in working together as a team player with colleagues and clients, including building relationships, influencing, managing conflicts, and being organizationally sensitive;
• Willing to travel abroad regularly;
• Fluent in at least English. Knowledge of other languages such as Dutch, French, Spanish, or Portuguese is a differential.

Where you will work

At Haskoning, you will join an independent, employee-owned international consultancy that combines engineering, design, and consultancy services with software and technology.

As our new Business Developer/Project Manager, you will become part of the Water International team based in the Netherlands.

What we offer

• A solid foundation: A competitive base salary with annual increases.

• An attractive compensation package: Including a strong pension scheme with an 18.3% employer contribution, a 2.15% personal budget, and annual profit sharing. You’ll also have the opportunity to purchase company shares and share in our success.

• Work-life balance: 28 vacation days (based on full-time employment), with the option to purchase an additional 16.5 days per year and to exchange three public holidays for days that are personally meaningful to you. We work in a hybrid model with flexible hours, a home office allowance, and a fully equipped home workspace.

• Development opportunities: A wide range of training and development programs, including tailored learning paths, learning weeks, and various knowledge-sharing groups.

• Travel allowance: A conveniently located workplace at one of our offices in the Netherlands, with travel expense reimbursement and an NS Business Card. If you walk or bike to work, you’ll receive a higher travel allowance, encouraging sustainable commuting.

• Informal and inclusive culture: A welcoming and open environment with voluntary social and sports activities, and employee networks such as Pride and Young Haskoning.