Job Summary The Tendering Engineer is responsible for preparing accurate, competitive, and technically compliant cost estimates for construction projects. The role includes detailed review of tender documents, quantity take-off verification, coordination with suppliers and subcontractors, cost analysis, and participation in the complete tendering cycle. Duties and Responsibilities 1. Tender Document Review • Review architectural and structural drawings, project specifications, and tender documents. • Identify and define the project scope of works, highlighting any discrepancies or missing information. • Prepare Requests for Information (RFIs) to seek clarifications from clients or consultants. • Review and validate quantity take off. 2. Cost Estimation • Upload bills of quantity to the Candy software to start Estimation process • Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors. • Prepare technical and commercial comparison sheets to recommend the most suitable offer. • Maintain and update a cost database, market price references, and historical benchmarks. 3. Budget • Prepare detailed direct cost breakdowns for materials, labor, equipment, and subcontracted works. • Generate the project budget from Candy after completing the estimation phase. • Identify risks and prepare contingency cost allowances where necessary. 4. Tender Submission • Ensure tender submissions meet client requirements and comply with technical and commercial instructions. • Communicate with clients during the pre-bid stage for clarifications and updates. • Prepare the final cost sheet and review it with the Direct Manager prior to submission. 5. Final Stage • Support contract review with the Client and Contracts Department before signing the contract. • Handover the tender file, cost breakdown, and supporting documents to the execution team when applicable. Qualifications & Skills • Education: Bachelor’s degree in civil engineering, Construction Management, or related field. • Certificates: PMP (Project Management Professional), CCP (Certified Cost Professional), or PSP (Planning & Scheduling Professional) are preferred. Knowledge of FIDIC contracts or related certifications is considered an advantage • Years of Experience :3+ years in construction estimation, preferably in large-scale projects. • Software: Proficiency in estimation software (Candy, MS Excel). • Skills: Attention to detail, analytical thinking, negotiation skills, and deadline management, Excellent communication and negotiation abilities, Strong Analytical and numerical skills.