Overview
Proposal Manager (Mechanical) Jobs in Doha, Qatar at UCC Holding
Title: Proposal Manager (Mechanical)
Company: UCC Holding
Location: Doha, Qatar
Job Summary
The Proposal Manager (Mechanical) is responsible for leading and managing the complete proposal and tendering process, ensuring the development of high-quality, competitive, and compliant submissions.
The role requires strong expertise in mechanical engineering, cost estimation, tender management, and proposal development, with the ability to lead teams and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders, clients, consultants, and subcontractors.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and execution of proposal strategies aligned with company objectives and client requirements.
- Manage the complete proposal lifecycle, including tender review, planning, coordination, preparation, submission, and post-tender evaluation.
- Review tender documents, specifications, drawings, and contractual requirements to ensure accurate and compliant submissions.
- Coordinate with engineering, estimation, commercial, and project teams to collect and integrate technical and commercial inputs.
- Manage and support estimation activities, including quantity take-offs, cost planning, resource assessment, pricing analysis, and review of subcontractor quotations.
- Ensure proposals are technically accurate, commercially competitive, and submitted within the required timelines.
- Review and validate cost estimates, assumptions, exclusions, and risk considerations.
- Manage client clarifications, tender queries, and communications throughout the proposal process.
- Identify proposal risks and develop appropriate mitigation strategies.
- Establish and maintain effective estimating and proposal procedures to improve quality and efficiency.
- Conduct post-tender reviews, evaluate outcomes, and implement lessons learned for continuous improvement.
Job Knowledge & Skills
- Strong knowledge of mechanical engineering systems, construction methodologies, and project execution processes.
- Good understanding of tendering procedures, contract documents, quantity surveying practices, and cost management principles.
- Knowledge of cost estimation, resource planning, rate analysis, and budgeting activities.
- Experience with estimating software such as CCS Candy is preferred.
- Knowledge of local material rates, labor productivity, subcontractor pricing, and market conditions.
- Proficiency in MS Office applications including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Working knowledge of AutoCAD, QS-related software, and ERP systems (SAP knowledge is preferred).
- Strong analytical, communication, negotiation, and leadership skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality work under strict deadlines.
Job Experience
- Minimum 8 years of relevant experience in proposal management, estimation, tendering, or cost engineering within the construction or engineering industry.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in a supervisory or team leadership role.
- GCC project experience is preferred.
Education & Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or a related engineering discipline.
- Master’s degree in engineering, Project Management, Construction Management, or a related field is preferred.
