Manager - Bids

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end bid process from identification to award
• Develop technical and commercial proposals for Middle East Civil Infrastructure
• Drive hands-on cost proposal development, including pricing and benchmarking
• Partner with senior leadership to develop winning pursuit strategies
• Review tender documents, RFPs, and drawings for proposal preparation
• Coordinate with Discipline Leads for man-hour estimates and delivery schedules
• Oversee sub-consultant quotes and negotiate terms and conditions
• Manage and mentor junior staff
• Present pursuits up to $50m to the internal Risk Committee

Requirements

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in bid management or business development
• Proven expertise in managing complex tenders and RFP processes
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English
• Experience with budget analysis, cost estimation, and financial modeling
• Strong organizational and project management capabilities

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working in the UAE or Middle East market
• Knowledge of local UAE procurement regulations and compliance
• Background in construction, consulting, or engineering industries
• Experience with contract negotiation and commercial terms
• Certification in project management or bid management (PMP, APMP)

About the Company

AECOM is a global infrastructure leader and trusted professional services firm. We solve complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation, and buildings, partnering with clients to create sustainable and resilient solutions.