Senior Tender Manager - UAE Construction Bids & Proposals

CITIC Middle East Contracting L.L.C; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 380,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

CITIC Middle East Contracting L.L.C. seeks an experienced Tender Manager to lead the preparation, review, pricing and submission of bids for major UAE construction projects, with a focus on high-rise, luxury residential, villas and mixed-use developments.

You will coordinate with estimation, QS, engineering, procurement and commercial teams, analyze BOQs and drawings, assess costs and risks, and liaise with clients and consultants to clarify notes and negotiate favorable terms.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of relevant experience in construction tendering in UAE.
• Experience with high-rise, luxury residential, villas or mixed-use projects preferred.
• Knowledge of BOQs, cost estimation, and UAE construction practices.

Responsibilities

• Manage tender preparation, review, pricing, and submission for major construction projects.
• Analyze tender documents, BOQs, drawings, specifications, and contractual requirements.
• Coordinate with estimation, QS, engineering, procurement, and commercial teams.
• Evaluate project costs, subcontractor quotations, and commercial risks.
• Ensure accurate and timely submission of competitive technical and commercial proposals.
• Liaise with clients, consultants, and subcontractors on tender clarifications and negotiations.

Skills

Tendering expertise

Cost estimation

Vendor negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or QS

Job description

CITIC Middle East Contracting L.L.C. seeks an experienced Tender Manager to lead the preparation, review, pricing and submission of bids for major UAE construction projects, with a focus on high-rise, luxury residential, villas and mixed-use developments.

You will coordinate with estimation, QS, engineering, procurement and commercial teams, analyze BOQs and drawings, assess costs and risks, and liaise with clients and consultants to clarify notes and negotiate favorable terms.