Cost Estimator and Tendering Manager

5 days ago

Cairo, Cairo, Egypt Focal Buildings Solutions | FBS Full time 120,000 - 180,000 per year

Job Title:
Cost Estimator and Tendering Manager

Location:
Cairo, Egypt

Department:
Commercial Department

Reports to:
Commercial Director

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced
Cost Estimator and Tendering Manager
to lead the preparation and submission of technical and commercial proposals for construction and fit-out projects. The ideal candidate will have a
Civil or Architectural Engineering
background, with strong experience in
tendering, cost estimation, and proposal management
for Saudi and regional projects.

The role involves coordinating with multiple departments — including design, cost estimation, procurement, and technical teams — to ensure proposals are competitive, compliant, and aligned with company goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Tendering & Cost Estimation:

  • Manage and oversee the end-to-end tendering process, from opportunity registration to bid submission and post-bid review.
  • Analyze RFPs, drawings, and BOQs to prepare accurate cost estimates and pricing strategies.
  • Coordinate with technical, design, and procurement teams to gather all tender inputs.
  • Prepare commercial and financial proposals in line with contractual terms.
  • Conduct risk identification, value engineering, and cost optimization exercises.
  • Maintain and update a database of quotations, suppliers, and historical pricing.

Managerial & Coordination Tasks:

  • Lead and supervise the tendering and estimation team, setting clear objectives and performance standards.
  • Develop internal tendering procedures and ensure compliance with company policies.
  • Conduct bid/no-bid evaluations and report results to management.
  • Communicate effectively with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment and timely submissions.
  • Conduct performance reviews and provide development feedback for team members.

Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree
    in Civil or Architectural Engineering (required).
  • 6–12 years of experience
    in tendering, bidding, and cost estimation (Fit-Out or Construction).
  • Strong knowledge of
    Saudi market standards
    and tendering processes.
  • Proficiency in
    Microsoft Office, AutoCAD, and estimation software
    .
  • Excellent analytical, negotiation, and communication skills.
  • Fluent in English (Arabic is a plus).

Key Skills:

  • Tender Documentation & Coordination
  • Cost Estimation & Budgeting
  • Proposal Development & Submission
  • Contract & Risk Management
  • Value Engineering
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration
  • Leadership & Team Development
  • Quality & Compliance Oversight

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