Proposal Manager (E&I)

Job Overview and Qualifications

We are seeking an experienced Proposal Manager specializing in Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) to join our team in Lusail, Qatar. The ideal candidate must hold a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering and have 10 to 15 years of progressive experience managing proposals within mechanical EPC projects. This role demands a comprehensive understanding of technical specifications, accurate estimation, and proficient tender submission protocols.

Technical Expertise

• Extensive knowledge of equipment installation, piping systems, tanks, pressure vessels, rotating and static equipment, painting, insulation, and activities spanning testing, pre-commissioning, and mechanical completion.
• Proficiency in quantity take-off, interpreting technical drawings and specifications, construction methodologies, adherence to productivity norms, resource allocation, and subcontracting processes.
• Detailed awareness of indirect cost estimation covering staffing, plant, temporary facilities, consumables, MSEs, and logistics.
• Strong grasp of EPC project life cycles, tendering procedures, commercial assessments, and contract conditions.
• Familiarity with the energy, utilities, oil & gas, industrial, petrochemical, LNG, power, and infrastructure sectors.

Project Coordination and Risk Management

• Proven skill in leading multidisciplinary teams during bid preparation and overseeing tender execution.
• Capability to assess and mitigate technical, commercial, contractual, and execution-related risks associated with tender opportunities.
• Experience coordinating efforts among engineering, procurement, construction, planning, commercial, and project controls departments.

Leadership and Communication

• Demonstrated analytical problem-solving skills and the ability to formulate competitive bidding strategies.
• Exceptional stakeholder engagement aptitude, including interactions with clients, joint venture collaborators, subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants.
• Proficiency in delivering presentations, preparing reports, and effective communication in English.
• Ability to handle multiple simultaneous bids while adhering to strict submission deadlines.

Additional Requirements

• Ability to perform under pressure in a dynamic, deadline-driven environment.
• Willingness to travel internationally for client meetings, site evaluations, pre-bid conferences, and business development engagements as necessary.
• Exemplary professionalism, integrity, accountability, and dedication to the preparation of high-quality tender submissions.