Bid Manager, Design & Architecture

We are seeking a detail-oriented and design-aware Bid Manager to join our team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, with a focus on architecture-led pursuits. This role suits someone with a strong appreciation of building architecture, masterplan design, and experience in design competitions. You will manage and coordinate the bidding process, working closely with architects, designers, and multi-disciplinary teams to produce accurate, compliant, and compelling proposals.

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead and manage the entire bid process across architectural and multi-disciplinary submissions
• Act as the primary point of contact for MESA region for the Egis Group Architecture Line, engaging in proactive discussions to support the foresight of opportunities
• Prepare and review tenders, pre-qualifications, expressions of interest, and RFPs with a focus on design-led content
• Coordinate with architectural and urban design teams to position our approach and design thinking clearly
• Support high-profile design competitions, ensuring submission requirements and visual presentation standards are met
• Engage with master planning leads to align our response with broader urban design strategies
• Collaborate with Business Development and Design Leaders to shape the bid narrative and technical offer
• Maintain structured and organised bid files, ensuring clarity across submissions
• Develop and update bid templates, CVs, project sheets, and presentation content aligned with the architectural brand
• Manage relationships with internal teams and external partners including sub-consultants
• Track market activity and competition relevant to architectural and masterplan opportunities

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Architectural Engineering, Urban Design, or a related field; or equivalent experience in the built environment
• Minimum of 3 years’ experience in bid management within an architectural practice, design consultancy, or related sector
• Proven track record in coordinating successful design-led bids, including for major architectural and master planning projects
• Strong understanding of architectural design processes, procurement routes, and competition submissions
• Familiarity with design stages, project typologies, and terminology specific to architecture and urban design
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English, with an ability to articulate design intent and technical content
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially PowerPoint and Excel; working knowledge of Adobe InDesign is an advantage
• Strong coordination skills with the ability to manage inputs from design teams, consultants, and technical specialists
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical and organisational capabilities
• Comfortable working to tight deadlines and managing multiple submissions at once
• Experience in international practices or with global teams is desirable
• Awareness of regional business practices, particularly in Saudi Arabia and the UAE, is preferred