Subject Matter Expert – Civil, MEP & Structured Cabling (Tender Team)

Job Description

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME) to join our Tender Team, bringing deep expertise in Civil, MEP and Structured Cabling works. The ideal candidate will play a critical role in delivering technically sound and commercially viable bids from concept to submission.

Key Responsibilities:

● Independently lead the technical scope for MEP, and Civil-related SOWs in bids, ensuring alignment with project requirements, timelines, and client expectations.

● Prepare and author detailed technical content: design narratives, method statements, execution plans, compliance checklists, and value engineering proposals.

● Review tender documents and drawings, identify technical risks, and propose engineered solutions aligned with best practices and regulatory standards.

● Support the bid team in understanding requirements and developing practical, effective solutions.

● Oversee the integration of structured cabling systems within the MEP framework and coordinate network infrastructure requirements for solutioning and pricing.

● Evaluate civil components (ducting, foundations, cable trenches) and coordinate with design partners for interface alignment.● Finalize priced BOQs and ensure accurate, technically sound pricing.

●Review commercial aspects of bids to ensure full scope coverage and compliance, reducing disqualification risks.

● Conduct and coordinate site surveys as needed.

● Serve as the go-to expert for technical clarifications, pre-bid queries, and client-facing presentations related to MEP, SCN, and Civil streams.

● Contribute technical and commercial insights in bid and contract review meetings.

● Stay updated on standards like IES, NEC, TIA/EIA, BS/EN, and apply them to designs and documentation.

● Build and maintain vendor relationships in line with latest technologies and market trends.

● Foster positive, effective relationships with customers, partners, and the internal bid team.

Qualifications & Skills

● Bachelor’s degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Civil Engineering (Master’s preferred)

● Minimum 8 years’ experience in infrastructure or aviation-related projects with a proven ability to lead multidisciplinary bids.

● Excellent technical writing and content development skills for proposals and submissions.

● Deep understanding of structured cabling architecture and system integration across disciplines.

● Familiar with airport operational and safety requirements, especially in airside environments.

● Proficient in MS Office, AutoCAD, MS Project, and other design documentation tools.

Experience

● 8+ years of experience in infrastructure or aviation-related projects.

● 4+ years of direct experience in bid/estimation roles

Job Type: Full-time