Contract Engineer

Key Accountability

• Prepare accurate and competitive cost estimates and tender proposals for Electrical & Instrumentation (E&I) works in the oil & gas / petrochemical sector.
• Ensure timely submission of tenders and proposals in compliance with client requirements and company standards.
• Support the Tender & Proposal team in securing profitable projects through sound costing and pricing strategies.
• Safeguard the accuracy, consistency and confidentiality of costing and pricing information.

Duty and Responsibility

• Review tender /RFQ documents, drawings, specifications and scope of work for E&I projects.
• Attend Site Visit/ Site Briefing/ clarification meetings.
• Prepare detailed cost estimation covering materials, manpower, equipment, subcontractor works and overheads.
• Source and evaluate quotations from suppliers and subcontractors for E&I materials and services.
• Prepare Bill of Quantities (BOQ), pricing schedules and cost breakdown for tender submission.
• Liaise with engineering, procurement, project and operations teams to obtain technical and commercial inputs.
• Identify commercial and technical risks, clarifications and assumptions to be raised during tender preparation.
• Compile, format and submit complete tender/ proposal packages within deadlines set by clients or management.
• Maintain organized records of tenders submitted, costing history and pricing databases for reference, and support post-tender clarifications and negotiations.
• Review contract clauses and highlight key points to superior and management.
• Review insurance, bond and liability requirements and highlight key points to superior and management.
• Read and understand all legal contract clauses relevant and important to the tender.
• Interact and update client and management regularly on the work progress and perform any other duties directed by immediate supervisor.

Qualification and Experience Required

• Diploma or Degree in Electrical Engineering, Instrumentation Engineering or related discipline
• Minimum 4 years of relevant experience in costing, estimation or tender/ proposal preparation, preferably within the oil & gas or petrochemical industry.
• Sound knowledge of E&I equipment, materials and installation works.
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel and costing/ estimation software of tools.
• Good analytical, numerical and problem-solving skills with high attention to detail.
• Strong communication and coordination skills to liaise with internal teams, suppliers and clients.
• Able to work under tight deadlines and manage multiple tenders concurrently.