Senior Proposals Specialist

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Cb&I
World‑leading engineer and builder of storage facilities, tanks and terminals for energy/industrial markets.
Senior Proposals Specialist supports proposal and contract development for storage solutions.
18 days ago ago
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Dubai, Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Office Full-Time
Company Size
4,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Engineering
Construction services
Project Management
Design
Technical Services
Sector Specialisms
Energy
Water & Wastewater
Industrial
LNG
Petrochemicals
Hydrogen Energy Transition
Nuclear
Storage Facilities
Role
What you would be doing
proposal development
contract management
risk management
commercial baseline
crm maintenance
legal review
  • Senior individual contributor responsible for new business proposals and contracts for a sub-region or a single country
  • Identify in conjunction with Legal, the obligations in the contract that are either obligatory flow downs or those which may be required to flow down and advise Subcontract Manager
  • Ensure Risk Management, Project Controls and value improvement processes are fully and uniformly deployed and managed in accordance with procedure throughout the duration of the contract.
  • Identifies and mitigates the risk involved with commercial terms and conditions, contract structure and pricing, interfacing with the Legal and Finance Departments, as appropriate
  • Outline, write, edit and organize proposal documents, while also making timely edits and revisions to documents after reviews
  • Review scope of “invitation to bid documents” for proposals and recommend to the Business Development Specialist/Manager the optimum split of work into packages, considering the geographical location, capability, and track record of local contractors, etc.
  • Ensure all projects have in place at award, a commercial baseline and contract summary documentation
  • Provide input to the project control and accounting procedures, processes and systems
  • Ensure there is a clearly defined Commercial execution strategy for all proposals submitted
  • Review commercial issues related to working in new territories and locations or with new clients; and provide advice and support to the team
  • Work closely with Legal and other corporate teams to provide and ensure comprehensive input
  • Prepares regional frame agreements
  • Maintain the Customer Relationship Management (CRM) tool and keep all information accurate and current
  • Proactively embraces and promotes the company's values and culture, including diversity & inclusion and a healthy and safe work environment
  • Ensuring all deviations from standard Terms & Conditions are properly evaluated, mitigated and approved by the responsible functions
  • Ensure the best commercial interests of the company are maintained, through policing of the contract
  • Analyzes and solves complex problems
  • Work with the project bid team to ensure that the company liabilities and legal obligations are contractually defined
  • Review invitation to bid documents in conjunction with other applicable corporate departments
  • Anticipates internal and or external business challenges and/or regulatory issues
  • Ensure that submitted proposals fully address all Commercial, Legal and Taxation matters
  • Influences internal/external business and/or regulatory issues to the strategic advantage of the company
What you bring
engineering
10+ years
epc operations
commercial contracting
energy transition
communication
  • Ability to work and build credibility across the business
  • Familiarity with CB&I Storage Solutions' products, markets and/or a key market sector
  • Knowledge of business partnering skills, but needs some guidance
  • Knowledge of CB&I Storage Engineering, Fabrication, and Construction method
  • Preference to have experience in preparing proposal for various storage solutions (atmospheric tanks, low temp & cryogenic tanks, pressure vessels (e.g. spheres) and storage terminal works.
  • Typically, 8+ years since first degree
  • Mentally agile and ability to multi-task and manage tight deadlines
  • Preference to have experience and/or familiar with regional requirements (i.e. working conditions, prevailing laws) in Europe, Africa, Middle East, Asia Pacific and Australia.
  • Fundamental understanding of Commercial Contracting and Negotiations
  • Knowledge/experience with Energy Transition is a plus.
  • Professional degree (Engineering or BS Preferred)
  • Communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal
  • 10+ Years of commercial contracting/legal (3+ Years' experience in EPC Operations preferred)
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Company
Overview
135+ years
Industry Pioneer
Operates for over 135 years, showcasing long-term expertise and evolution.
60,000+ structures
Storage Expertise
Engineers over 60,000 storage tanks and terminals, highlighting extensive infrastructure development.
Three World Firsts
Innovation Milestones
Engineered groundbreaking technologies including spherical vessels and LNG tanks.
Re-launched in 2024
New Chapter
Initiated a new era in late 2024, debt-free, targeting infrastructure and energy sectors.
  • Designs, fabricates and installs large‑scale tanks and terminals for energy, petrochemical, water and industrial sectors.
  • Specialises in cryogenic LNG, liquid hydrogen systems, ammonia, high‑pressure and atmospheric storage vessels.
  • Delivered headline projects including NASA’s giant liquid hydrogen tank, Peru LNG plant, plus global water‑treatment vessels.
Culture + Values
  • Safety First
  • Integrity and Accountability
  • Collaboration and Teamwork
  • Customer Focus
  • Excellence and Innovation
  • Sustainability and Environmental Responsibility
Environment + Sustainability
2050
Net-Zero Goal
Aiming to achieve carbon neutrality by the year 2050 through comprehensive environmental strategies.
  • Focus on reducing greenhouse gas emissions across operations
  • Investing in renewable energy solutions
  • Advancing sustainable infrastructure projects
  • Improving energy efficiency and waste management practices
  • Promoting the use of green building materials and technologies
Inclusion & Diversity
  • Encouraging a culture of inclusivity across all levels
  • Gender diversity initiatives aimed at increasing female representation
  • Regular review of diversity metrics and progress towards goals
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