Bidding & Estimation Manager

Lead Strategic Bids Own the end-to-end bidding process from opportunity qualification to final submission Lead commercial and technical proposal development Build winning strategies for Saudi Aramco, EPCs, utilities, offshore operators, and government projects Coordinate across engineering, operations, finance, supply chain, and business development teams Drive Estimation Excellence Develop accurate and competitive cost estimates Build pricing models for: Offshore vessel chartering Marine operations Oil & gas services Industrial solutions Logistics and mobilization Manpower and offshore crews Analyze project risks, margins, and commercial exposure Ensure profitability while maintaining competitiveness Offshore & Marine Commercial Focus Prepare commercial models for: Crew boats Offshore support vessels Marine logistics Offshore maintenance operations Port and vessel-related services Understand operational realities of offshore projects, downtime risks, mobilization, compliance, and execution planning Work closely with marine operations and technical teams to ensure realistic pricing and delivery capability Client & Market Engagement Support strategic client positioning and pre-tender engagement Participate in clarification meetings, negotiations, and commercial discussions Build strong relationships with vendors, subcontractors, OEMs, and partners Monitor market trends, pricing benchmarks, and competitor positioning

Desired Candidate Profile

Experience 7+ years in bidding, estimation, tendering, or commercial management Strong background in: Energy / Oil & Gas Offshore & Marine EPC or industrial projects Experience with Saudi Aramco, SABIC, or major international and regional EPCs is highly preferred Technical & Commercial Skills Strong commercial acumen and analytical mindset Experience preparing complex technical and commercial proposals Ability to manage multiple high-pressure deadlines simultaneously Understanding of offshore operations, vessel commercial structures, and industrial project costing Strong Excel and estimation modeling capabilities Mindset We are looking for people who are: Fast Accountable Entrepreneurial Detail-oriented Highly disciplined Solution-driven Comfortable operating in high-growth, high-performance environments If you need constant follow-up to deliver, this role is not for you. If you thrive under pressure and love winning major projects, you will fit perfectly here.