Job Description

We are looking for a Pre-Sales Engineer - MEP (Bid & Tender Support) to join our Bid Team in Qatar.

Job Profile

Independently lead the MEP technical scope for the bids and tenders from concept to submission, ensuring solutions meet client requirements, project objectives, and timelines. Prepare and write technical content for bids, including design narratives, method statements, execution plans, compliance checklists, and value engineering proposals. Review tender documents and drawings, identify technical risks, and develop engineered solutions. Perform Quantity Take Offs (QTO), prepare and finalize priced Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and develop initial and detailed cost estimates, ensuring accuracy and consistency. Prepare tender documents and technical schedules, analyze and evaluate subcontractor/supplier offers, and recommend suitable procurement and contracting strategies. Serve as a focal point for MEP technical clarifications, pre bid queries, and client presentations in the SME's area of expertise.

Technical Competencies - MEP Presales Engineer

Strong understanding of MEP building services (electrical, HVAC, plumbing, drainage, firefighting), with advanced expertise in LV electrical systems--LV distribution (transformers, switchgear, MDB/SMDB/DB), final circuits, lighting/emergency lighting, small power, earthing/lightning protection, generators, and UPS. Ability to interpret full MEP design packages--SLDs, load schedules, lighting/power and earthing/lightning layouts, HVAC ducting/piping, water schematics, plumbing/drainage, firefighting layouts, risers, and equipment schedules--and convert them into clear scope, quantities, and presales solution concepts. Proficiency in MEP Quantity Take Off (QTO) and preparation of detailed BOQs/BoMs for all MEP disciplines, including segregation of materials, labour, subcontracted works, testing/commissioning, and preliminaries. Practical experience in MEP cost estimation and pricing, including development of initial (concept) and detailed (tender) cost estimates; ability to apply unit rates, productivity factors, and market benchmarks to generate competitive yet realistic prices.

Candidate Profile

Strong understanding of bid and tendering processes, cost estimation techniques, and procurement practices. Ability to interpret drawings, specifications, and tender documents and convert them into accurate quantities, costs, and technical proposals.

Qualification

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering

Experience

5-10 years of experience in MEP design, estimation, or presales/technical sales for building or infrastructure projects, with clear exposure to LV electrical systems + HVAC and plumbing. Proven track record in MEP tendering and estimation: reviewing design packages, performing QTOs, preparing BOQs, and developing prices for electrical and other MEP systems.
Job Type: Full-time