Proposal Engineer

National Petroleum Construction Company Limited; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading engineering firm in Abu Dhabi seeks a Proposal Engineer to prepare tender documents and evaluate subcontract bids. The ideal candidate has a degree in engineering and at least 5 years of experience in the Oil & Gas sector. Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills are essential for this role. The company offers competitive compensation and robust career development opportunities.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in the Proposal / Estimation function in Oil & Gas Sector.
• Good computer skills.
• Knowledge of contractual matters.

Responsibilities

• Study Tender documents to understand construction methods.
• Prepare and issue Subcontract ITBs.
• Attend Client Meetings to clarify issues.
• Prepare Cost Estimates on Tender Scope of Work.
• Compile Bid Tabs with recommendations.

Skills

Technical knowledge

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Planning and organizational skills

Education

Degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation or equivalent)

Job description

Job Description Proposal Engineer- Study Tender docs in order to gain a clear overall understanding of the construction method.- Prepares & issue Subcontract ITBs. Attend Bid Clarifications. Evaluates subcontract bids. Compile Bid Tabs with recommendations, to include in Resume.- Review Material Bid Tabs to assess the technical/commercial merit of the recommended Bids and reflects recommendation in Tender Resume.- Liaises with other departments to ensure consolidation of Technical & Commercial inputs.- Attend Client Meetings to clarify technical and commercial issues.- Prepares Cost Estimates on Tender Scope of Work.- Coordinate with Estimators to finalize manpower, paint and materials requirements.- Prepares tender requirements summary including clauses on terms of payment, insurance, liabilities, warranties, liquidated damages and bonds.- Prepares Tender Resume (cost summary) for reviewing by Tender Committee and finalize.- Prepares Technical and Commercial Proposals in line with Client requirements and obtain Management approval in order to submit on time.- Following award of Contract, prepares and issue Handover Documents to relevant operational Departments.- Interacts Client for reviewing and signing of final Contract Agreement.- Compliance in accordance with HSE Standard / Quality Standards.

Skills Required - Degree in Engineering, preferably Mechanical, Electrical & Instrumentation or equivalent-5 year’s Experience in the Proposal / Estimation function in Oil & Gas Sector.- Sound multidiscipline technical knowledge.- Well developed planning and organizational skills.- Good negotiating and influencing skills.- Good Analytical skills and Time management awareness.- Good presentation skills.- Strong commercial awareness.- Integrity, dedication and loyalty.- Good Computer skills.- Good communication skills (written and spoken English) with report-writing skills.- Self-motivated, Proactive and a good team leader.- Knowledge of contractual matters.- Knowledge of automation and improved estimation techniques.- Safety and quality conscious.