Head of Tendering & Contracts (MEP)

About the role

The company is seeking an experienced Head of Tendering & Contracts (MEP) to take over the tendering department after a long‑term manager retires. You will own the full process from identifying opportunities to signing contracts, driving job awards and pricing accuracy.

Key responsibilities

• Lead, guide and review a team of five Mechanical and Electrical Engineers preparing MEP tenders.
• Ensure MEP tenders are priced correctly and that estimates align with actual project costs.
• Identify and pursue new high‑rise residential and commercial project opportunities.
• Prepare, review and finalise FIDIC‑based contracts while managing contractual risk.
• Lead client discussions and negotiations through to contract award and sign‑off.
• Report on tender pipeline, win rate and estimate accuracy to the General Manager.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering (Mechanical preferred).
• Minimum 15 years of experience in MEP construction with a strong track record in tendering and contracts.
• Proven ability to draft and negotiate FIDIC contracts.
• Experience leading a team of engineers or estimators.
• Career stability with at least 4 years at the current or previous employer.
• Fluent in Arabic and English, spoken and written.

Required skills

• MEP estimating and tender preparation.
• In‑depth knowledge of FIDIC contract conditions.
• Experience with high‑rise residential and commercial building projects.