Assistant Manager - Tendering and Pre-Qualification - Dubai Holding Real Estate - UAE National

About Dubai Holding Real Estate:

Dubai Holding's real estate business has developed strategic destinations and communities that offer unique and attractive lifestyle opportunities to meet the evolving needs of Dubai's residents and visitors alike. As a master developer, we invest in sustainable infrastructure, accessibility, community amenities and family-focused facilities including community centres, mosques, schools, supermarkets and landscaping.

Our integrated real estate offering also includes a robust land sales portfolio, project management for large-scale projects, as well as top-notch facilities management services.

About the Job:

An opportunity has arisen for an Assistant Manager - Tendering and Pre-Qualification to join Dubai Holding Real Estate.

The main duties and responsibilities of this role: The ideal candidate for this position will be supporting the section head with all tender development activities in coordination with the Projects team, ensuring smooth collaboration and timely delivery that meets strict commercial, technical, and contractual requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

Support section head with all tender development activities in coordination with the Projects team, ensuring smooth collaboration and timely delivery that meets strict commercial, technical, and contractual requirements.

Provide contractual and administration support to the pre-contract team and section head, facilitating efficient drafting of SoIs, RATs and thorough JR reviews that optimize project outcomes.

Prepare comprehensive tender review information, award recommendation reports and clearly documenting methodology, pricing, and margin contingency to enable informed decision-making and maximize profitability.

Collaborate with the section head to deliver commercial analyses with logical risk factor pricing, and technically and commercially compelling bids, exceeding client expectations and securing valuable contracts.

Act as the primary point of contact for all tender queries from various departments, efficiently closing PTCs and fostering seamless communication across teams.

Coordinate closely with Risk/Legal teams, streamlining contract execution and guaranteeing legal compliance and project risk mitigation.

Partner with the Estimation team/Cost consultants, securing the most cost-effective bids and ensuring strict adherence to project budget constraints.

Maintain an organized log of all live tender packages for clear oversight by the section head, facilitating timely tracking and efficient project management.

Implement a robust Quality Assurance system, meticulously verifying the accuracy and completeness of all documents to ensure high-quality tender submissions and minimize discrepancies.

Adhere to all procurement policies, procedures, processes, and controls at every level, maintaining ethical conduct and safeguarding the organization's integrity.

Prepare and submit periodic reports on tenders & contract awards to senior management as requested.

Candidate Qualifications, Experiences & Skills:

• Bachelor's in Quantity Surveying / Civil Engineering/ Supply chain Management;
• Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) or Memberships from relevant professional bodies (RICS/CIArb.)- preferred
• Minimum of 4-6 years experience in procurement, tendering, and contract management
• Technical knowledge and experience in Tendering, Procurement & Contract Administration in the industry
• Project Management skills.
• Proficiency in financial analysis, including cost estimation, budgeting, and pricing strategies and pre-contract commercial management.
• Well versed in using Tender Management software platforms that facilitate end-to-end tendering process
• Bid strategy development and efficient contract negotiation
• Ability to manage budgets and large scale complex projects, including developing project plans.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite- Advanced Excel skills/ Power BI tools
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills

• About the Benefits:At Dubai Holding, we're committed to nurturing the success and well-being of our colleagues. Join our dynamic and diverse team, and enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive compensation, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment. We strongly believe in creating an empowered workforce that will help us build a connected city for tomorrow. We are committed to attracting the brightest minds and nurturing the most pioneering candidates who desire to make a great impact on the future of Dubai.