Bidding and Tendering Engineer

Ellasot Consulting is recruiting on behalf of a reputable company seeking a competent and detail-oriented Bidding and Tendering Engineer in the oil and gas sector to be responsible for identifying business opportunities, preparing competitive technical and commercial proposals, coordinating bid submissions, and ensuring compliance with client and regulatory requirements.

The ideal candidate will possess a strong chemical engineering background, proven sales experience, and a deep understanding of procurement processes in the upstream oil and gas industry. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the end-to-end tendering process for oil and gas projects. This includes reviewing tender documents, preparing technical and commercial proposals, coordinating with multidisciplinary teams, estimating project costs, assessing risks, and submitting competitive bids that align with company objectives and client requirements Key Responsibilities Monitor tender portals, client websites, and procurement platforms for new business opportunities.

Review Invitations to Tender (ITT), Requests for Proposal (RFP), Requests for Quotation (RFQ), and pre qualification documents. Analyze tender specifications, scope of work, drawings, and contractual requirements. Coordinate with engineering, procurement, construction, operations, HSE, QA/QC, finance, and supply chain teams to prepare comprehensive bids.

Prepare technical proposals in accordance with client specifications and industry standards. Develop commercial proposals including pricing, cost estimates, schedules, and payment terms. Perform quantity take-offs and cost estimation for mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, piping, civil, and maintenance projects.

Obtain quotations from suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors. Evaluate vendor quotations and recommend the most competitive technical and commercial options. Conduct risk assessments and identify contractual, commercial, and technical risks associated with each tender. Prepare bid clarifications and respond to client technical queries during the tender stage.

Ensure compliance with client requirements, company procedures, and applicable oil and gas industry standards. Coordinate bid review meetings and obtain management approvals before submission. Submit tenders within specified deadlines through electronic procurement portals or hard-copy submissions. Maintain an organized database of tender documents, bid history, and pricing information.

Participate in post-tender negotiations, technical clarification meetings, and commercial discussions with clients. Support contract handover to project execution teams after award. Analyze unsuccessful bids and recommend improvements for future tenders. Maintain confidentiality of commercial and technical information throughout the bidding process.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Civil Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, or a related engineering discipline. Professional certifications in Project Management, Cost Estimation, Contracts, or Procurement are an advantage. 5–10 years of experience in bidding and tendering within the oil and gas industry.

Experience with EPC, EPCIC, maintenance, shutdown, brownfield, or greenfield projects. Experience preparing technical and commercial proposals for upstream, midstream, or downstream oil and gas projects. Familiarity with international oil companies (IOCs), national oil companies (NOCs), and major EPC contractors.

Benefits

Technical Skills Tender preparation and bid management Technical proposal development Cost estimation and budgeting Contract review and interpretation Risk assessment Vendor and subcontractor evaluation Commercial analysis Quantity take-off Project scheduling Procurement processes Knowledge of engineering drawings and specifications Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) Experience with ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or Microsoft Dynamics Familiarity with estimating software and document management systems