Head of Estimation & Engineering — New Equipment

Otis Elevator Company; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Otis Elevator Company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a senior leader to oversee the Estimation and Engineering functions for New Equipment projects. You will ensure competitive pricing, accurate costing, and technical compliance from tender through execution.

This role manages tendering activities, reviews technical submissions, coordinates with factories and clients, and guides risk management and process improvements to drive profitable project wins.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or related field required.
• Master's degree is an advantage.
• 10+ years in elevator/construction/engineering.
• Minimum 5 years in a leadership role in Estimation and Engineering.
• Experience in tendering, technical reviews, and contract evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Lead quotations, tenders, and cost estimates.
• Ensure competitive pricing, accurate costing, and risk assessment.
• Support Sales with technical and commercial proposals.
• Drive tender quality and process improvements.
• Oversee engineering from tender to execution.
• Review technical submissions and design solutions.
• Ensure compliance with standards and local regulations.
• Coordinate with factories, consultants and internal teams.
• Lead, coach and develop Estimation & Engineering teams.
• Collaborate with Sales and Operations to win projects.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Analytical skills

Stakeholder management

Commercial awareness

Technical knowledge of elevators

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Master's Degree (advantage)

Job description

Otis Elevator Company in the United Arab Emirates is seeking a senior leader to oversee the Estimation and Engineering functions for New Equipment projects. You will ensure competitive pricing, accurate costing, and technical compliance from tender through execution.

This role manages tendering activities, reviews technical submissions, coordinates with factories and clients, and guides risk management and process improvements to drive profitable project wins.