Senior Contracts & Tender Engineer

We are seeking a highly experienced and motivated Senior Contracts & Tender Engineer to join our dynamic team in Abu Dhabi. The successful candidate will play a key role in managing tendering and contractual activities for architectural and engineering consultancy projects, ensuring compliance, accuracy, and strategic value in all submissions and agreements.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare, review, and coordinate tender submissions for architectural and engineering consultancy projects, including technical proposals, BOQs, cost estimates, and commercial documentation.
• Provide strategic advice to project directors and clients on contract formulation, risk management, procurement methods, and compliance.
• Draft, review, and negotiate consultancy agreements, sub-consultant contracts, and supplier engagements in alignment with FIDIC and company policies.
• Lead bid evaluations, manage clarification meetings with clients and consultants, and prepare recommendations for award.
• Maintain and update contract registers, ensuring full compliance with UAE regulations, industry standards, and client requirements.
• Support project teams in managing variations, claims, extensions of time, and contract closeout activities.
• Mentor and supervise junior contracts and tender engineers, ensuring consistency and quality in submissions.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s in degree Engineering, Quantity Surveying or equivalent.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in contract and tender management within architecture and engineering consultancy firms in Abu Dhabi/UAE.
• In-depth knowledge of contract law, FIDIC/NEC standard forms, and consultancy project procedures.
• Proven expertise in managing multi-disciplinary design consultancy projects and high-value professional service contracts.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficient in MS Office, tendering tools, and contract management software; ERP experience is an advantage.
• Fluency in English is essential; Arabic proficiency is an advantage.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary package with allowances.
• Exposure to landmark consultancy projects in Abu Dhabi.
• Professional growth opportunities and training.
• Standard UAE benefits (annual leave, medical insurance, gratuity, etc.).

How to Apply:

Send CV and cover letter highlighting consultancy experience and UAE projects to: info@gegintl.com

Job Type: Full-time