About the job
Why This Role is Important
The Bid Manager is pivotal in shaping the future project landscape for our company across the Middle East and Africa. By spearheading intricate and high-stakes tenders from inception to completion, this role significantly impacts our success in securing strategic marine and infrastructure projects, entering new markets, and upholding our competitive advantage. A proficient Bid Manager guarantees that each submission is not only commercially viable but also technically sound, aligning with the company's long-term expansion goals.
Your Responsibilities
- Oversee each tender as an independent project, ensuring comprehensive administrative and financial management.
- Facilitate collaboration among internal and external multidisciplinary teams (engineering, planning, procurement, legal, finance, HSE) to produce compliant and competitive proposals.
- Lead cost estimation, pricing strategy, and financial modeling to meet target margins and manage identified risks.
- Conduct contractual and commercial risk assessments, including reviewing international contract frameworks (e.g., FIDIC).
- Organize and conduct site visits, progress meetings, and coordination meetings with clients and partners.
- Manage clarifications and direct commercial and technical negotiations.
- Ensure high-quality submissions, strict compliance with deadlines, and adherence to corporate governance standards and internal quality protocols.
- Assist in structured handovers to project delivery teams post-contract award.
- Utilize extensive experience in African markets and effectively engage with French-speaking projects and stakeholders.
This position demands proven expertise in infrastructure and marine projects, a deep understanding of international construction practices, solid commercial acumen, and the skill to thrive in complex, multicultural settings.