Procurement Engineer

Roads, Infrastructure & Civil Contracting

Procurement Engineer– Estimation & Tendering (Civil Engineer)

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Estimation Department during pre-tender and tendering stages.
• Review tender documents, drawings, specifications, BOQs, and procurement requirements.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations from suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors for roadworks, asphalt, infrastructure, drainage, utilities, landscaping, and civil works.
• Prepare commercial comparison sheets and procurement recommendations.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and commercial terms with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Assist in developing competitive tender pricing and cost build-ups.
• Coordinate with estimators, engineers, production teams, and suppliers to ensure accurate costing.
• Source alternative suppliers, materials, and value-engineering options to improve bid competitiveness.
• Maintain and update supplier databases, market rates, and subcontractor records.
• Monitor material price trends and market conditions affecting tender pricing.
• Support post-award procurement planning and supplier engagement as required.

& Experience

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering is mandatory.
• Minimum 3–5 years of UAE experience in procurement, estimation support, or tendering within civil contracting.
• Strong experience in roads, infrastructure, utilities, drainage, and asphalt projects.
• Proven knowledge of suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors across the Northern Emirates and UAE market.
• **Familiarity with asphalt materials, aggregates, road marking materials, kerbstones, interlock, utility materials, and infrastructure-related products.**
• Experience working with infrastructure and road contracting companies is highly preferred.

Technical Skills

• Tender Procurement and Estimation Support.
• Supplier and Subcontractor Sourcing.
• Commercial Evaluation and Bid Comparison.
• Cost Analysis and Rate Verification.
• Market Research and Cost Benchmarking.
• Negotiation and Contractual Awareness.
• BOQ Review and Quantity Verification.

Software Requirements

• Candy Estimation Software (Preferred).
• Advanced Microsoft Excel.
• AutoCAD (Basic to Intermediate).
• Microsoft Office Suite.
• ERP Systems experience is an advantage.

Preferred Candidate

• Strong commercial and analytical mindset.
• Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tender deadlines.
• Strong understanding of UAE road and infrastructure market rates.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills.
• UAE Driving License preferred.