Technical Manager (Pre-Tender)

Role Summary

We are looking for an experienced Technical Manager – Pre-Tender to lead the technical aspects of tender preparation and support the tendering team in developing practical, compliant, and cost-effective construction methodologies.

The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in civil construction, infrastructure, and/or building projects, with strong knowledge of tender requirements, technical documentation, construction methodologies, and local authority regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Review and analyze tender documents, specifications, drawings, and client requirements.
• Develop technical submissions, method statements, and supporting documentation for tender proposals.
• Prepare execution plans, construction sequences, logistics plans, traffic management plans, and other technical documents as required.
• Identify technical risks, constraints, opportunities, and potential solutions during the tender stage.
• Provide technical recommendations based on techno-commercial evaluations and previous project experience.
• Support the tendering team in developing practical, efficient, and cost-effective construction methodologies.
• Review proposed construction methods and ensure their technical feasibility and compliance with project requirements.
• Demonstrate sound knowledge of temporary works requirements and construction methodologies.
• Ensure tender submissions comply with applicable local authority regulations, industry standards, specifications, and client requirements.
• Coordinate with commercial, estimating, planning, and other technical teams to ensure a comprehensive tender submission.
• Provide technical input during tender clarifications and discussions with clients and consultants, when required.
• Maintain and utilize previous project experience, technical knowledge, and lessons learned to strengthen future tender submissions.

Qualifications Experience & Skills

• Minimum 15 years of relevant experience in the construction industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering or a related engineering discipline.
• Experience in infrastructure, multi-storey buildings, commercial projects, or similar construction environments.
• GCC experience of 10+ years is preferred.
• Strong experience in pre-tender technical preparation and construction methodology development.
• CRPEP registration is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of local authority standards, regulations, and approval requirements.
• Good understanding of construction methods, sequencing, logistics, and temporary works.
• Strong technical report-writing and documentation skills.
• Excellent communication, coordination, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively under tight tender deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat.
• AutoCAD knowledge is preferred.