Estimator & Tender Engineer

wer are hiring an Estimator & Tender Engineer to turn client enquiries and tender documents into accurate, competitive and profitable quotations

Key responsibilities

Tender and enquiry management

• Review incoming enquiries, RFQs and tender packages (drawings, BOQs, specifications, scope documents) and decide with Sales and the Operations Manager whether to bid.
• Track tender deadlines, clarification queries and addenda, and make sure every submission goes out complete and on time.
• Prepare tender submission packs: priced BOQ, technical compliance, method statement, programme, company profile, certificates and required forms.

Quantity take-off and costing

• Perform accurate quantity take-offs from architectural, interior and play-area drawings.
• Build detailed cost estimates covering materials, CNC and factory labour, finishing, packing, delivery, installation, subcontractors, and site overheads.
• Apply the company pricing policy and profit markup rules, and flag any item that falls below the approved margin.
• Keep cost databases and rate sheets current (boards, foam, EPDM, hardware, fabrics, paint, freight).

Suppliers and subcontractors

• Issue RFQs to suppliers and subcontractors, compare quotations, and negotiate rates and lead times.
• Obtain technical data, samples and approvals needed to support the bid.

Quotations and follow-up

• Prepare clear, professional quotations in the Moon Kids format, with scope, inclusions, exclusions, validity, payment terms and lead time.
• Revise quotations after client comments, value-engineering requests and design changes, and keep version control.
• Support Sales with technical and price clarifications, and follow up submitted quotes until a decision.
• Update the CRM (Pipedrive) with quote status and values.

Handover to production

• When a bid is won, hand the approved estimate, scope and assumptions to Project Management and Production, and support the cost-to-budget comparison.
• Record actual costs against estimates after delivery and feed lessons back into future pricing.
• Maintain a tender log with win/loss reasons and a record of competitor pricing where known.

Qualifications and experience

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical, Industrial or Interior/Construction Engineering, or Quantity Surveying (equivalent technical diploma with strong experience considered).
• 3 to 6 years of estimating, tendering or quantity surveying experience in the UAE or GCC.
• Direct experience in one or more of: interior fit-out, joinery and furniture manufacturing, playground or play equipment, or school and nursery projects.
• Proven record of preparing tender submissions and quotations for contractors, consultants and government or semi-government clients.
• Familiarity with UAE tender requirements, supplier registration and vendor prequalification is a strong advantage.
• Based in the UAE, with a valid UAE driving licence preferred. Available to join at short notice.

Skills and tools

• Strong command of Excel (formulas, lookups, cost models, BOQ templates).
• Able to read and measure from AutoCAD drawings and PDF plans; take-off software experience is a plus.
• Knowledge of materials and processes: MDF, plywood, laminates, CNC cutting, foam and EPDM, upholstery, paint and powder coating, and installation methods.
• Strong numeracy, attention to detail and the ability to work to tight deadlines on several bids at once.
• Clear written English for quotations, clarifications and tender documents. Arabic is an advantage.
• Good negotiation and communication skills with suppliers, subcontractors and clients.
• Comfortable with CRM and project tools (Pipedrive, Asana), Microsoft Office and email-based workflows.
• Honest, organised and commercially minded, with the confidence to challenge a price that does not work.

What we offer and how to apply

• A central role in a growing Abu Dhabi manufacturer working with schools, nurseries, hotels and clinics.
• Competitive salary and benefits per UAE labour law (to be confirmed at offer stage).
• Exposure to large-scale tenders, government and private projects, and direct work with senior management.
• Room to grow into Senior Estimator or Commercial Manager.

Pay: AED2,400.00 - AED9,500.00 per month

Work Location: In person