Estimation Manager (Mega-Projects)

Guildhall is running a search for a main contractor delivering complex, high-value infrastructure and real estate projects across the GCC, building out its bid team to chase a heavy pipeline of mega-project tenders. As Estimation Manager, you will own BOQ coding, RFQ packages and technical-commercial sign-off on tenders before submission, reporting directly to the Executive Director and Projects Director. Growing its estimation function to compete for a wide range of large infrastructure and real estate projects. This is a rare seat with direct Board and tender-committee exposure on some of the region's largest live bids. The role Own BOQ coding, quantity take-off and full tender preparation in CCS Build bespoke RFQ packages: specifications, drawings, BOQ and contract terms Coordinate with contracts teams to secure back-to-back, fixed-price terms Lead technical and commercial tables of comparison with subcontractors Chair subcontractor meetings on scope, programme, method and contract compliance Present weekly tender reports to the Board and final reviews to the tender committee Develop and execute bid-winning strategy across live tenders Hold cost-per-sqm and unit-rate KPIs to protect winning margins Own the full top sheet: direct and indirect costs, risk, overhead, escalation, finance, tax What's on offer A senior seat reporting directly to Executive Director and Projects Director level Ownership of tenders across a broad range of major infrastructure and real estate sectors. Direct exposure to Board and tender-committee decision-making A mandate to build and lead the estimation function through a growing pipeline

Desired Candidate Profile

B.Sc in Civil Engineering from a US or UK accredited university Experience at an international prime contractor on projects of $200m+ or more GCC project experience across major infrastructure or high-rise developments Hands-on BOQ coding in CCS, quantity take-off and RFQ package preparation A track record leading tender teams and presenting to Board or tender committee level Long-tenured career history with recognised construction firms