Senior Estimator

We are seeking a Senior Estimator to help support the business growth and workload across Bahrain and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.

This role will report into the Estimation Manager based in the Bahrain head office. It’s a critical appointment forming part of the pre-construction team to help support the growth and demand placed upon the business in this current market.

Example of Projects

  • Project consists of the construction of 7 km of dual 4-lane main highway, 2.6 km of associated dual carriageway, 3 storm surface water lifting stations, & adjustments to airport runway approach lights, in addition to all associated works
  • Project involves reclamation of 155,000 Square meter peninsula, encapsulated in a 2.0 KM breakwater. To have a multi-purpose development along with a 120 berth Marina. Works involving Dredging, Reclamation, Soil Improvement, Breakwater revetment and Shore Protection works

Role 

  • Tender evaluation
  • Collaboration with the team and the supply chain
  • Develop estimates, take offs and build the tender price
  • Present to the management
  • Ensure all specifications and codes are hit for compliance
  • Manage a methodical and calculated tender

This role offers stability, career growth in what is a family friendly location of Bahrain.

Following is critical 

  • Clear Estimation experience handling Marine & Civil Engineering tenders (Bias 85% Civil & Infra)
  • Strong communication skills demonstrated from the off with NSR Associates
  • Degree Educated – Civil Engineering
  • Capable of pricing work from “First Principles “
  • Technically able to pull apart a project and look at all sequencing and pricing elements to seek an edge and commercial strength for tendering
  • 10 Years Postgraduate experience
  • Management experience handing more junior estimators, quantity surveyors & engineers
  • Strong technical awareness and understanding of structuring bids
  • Ideally Bahrain experience so understands firsthand rules, regs and clients
  • Able to start before the 1st of May 2025 Absolute Latest
  • Must have CANDY (CCS) software experience

Offer for the Right Candidate

  • Lump Sum Salary Range is up to 2,800 BD Per Month
  • Family Status, Medical & Visas Paid
  • Annual Bonus related to personal & company performance
  • All business travel paid
  • 30 Days Annual Leave + Public Holidays
  • 5 day working week
  • Based RIFFA – 25 minutes’ drive from the Airport

If you’re interested to hear more, please send a word formatted CV to TIM on:  t.clark@nsrassociates.com with full contact details. A member of the team will connect to coordinate a confidential discussion on why this role is a match for you.

QA/QC Manager – MEP

Description

Interested to relocate to Bahrain and work with an Industry leader within EPC & Industrial Services. This business boasts a strong client list and order book, this role is about managing the highest levels of efficiency from your Quality Control Inspectors, Welders, Material Inspection Team, QMS team, ISO Co-Ordinator’s and Quality Assurance.

The Client 

  • 50 Years plus success in Business
  • Huge Track record and capability within Industrial Services
  • Cash Rich & Stable Business
  • Huge capability in both Bahrain and The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia
  • Employs 2,000 Permanent Staff
  • Offer services from Operations, Maintenance, Shutdown, Plant hire and any other activity you can related to EPC energy & Power Projects

Role 

  • Based full time in Bahrain splitting your time between the Head Office and Projects
  • Managing and implementing the Intergrated Management System. Ensuring customer happiness and continuous improvement within Inspection Services and services provided
  • Working with clients, sub-contractors & Third-Party Inspectors
  • Managing the ISO for Intergrated Management Systems
  • Driving the highest standards on Welding, Painting, NDT, Codes & Standards
  • Coordinating schedules and deadlines
  • Handling internal and external audits
  • Review and analyze Nonconformities
  • Lead by example and pushing for the best teamwork, productivity and right first-time attitude

Do you match the following 

  • Prior Middle East experience
  • Degree in Mechanical Engineering or a master’s in mechanical engineering
  • Clear Auditing experience matching above
  • 10 Years working within Quality, Manufacturing / Oil & Gas related Project
  • Currently based in the Middle East able to attend face to face interviews in Bahrain in February/ March 2025 LATEST
  • Can you communicate clearly, calmly and professionally internally and to external partners

Benefits on offer 

  • Lump sum BD Figure up to 2500-2700
  • Fully Family Medical & Visas provided
  • Education Allowance
  • Gratuity & Annual Bonus

If you feel that you have the right experience in a similar level position for a relevant business, please share a WORD Formatted CV and make it clear in the introduction e-mail to TIM on why this role is for you.

E-Mail: t.clark@nsrassociates.com

Please note if you don’t apply correctly this will mean the CV is not shortlisted as an eye for detail

NSR Associates have had a strong relationship with this group for 11 Years now so well placed to answer questions.

Procurement Manager

Procurement Manager / Senior Procurement Leader based in the Bahrain Head Office. You will be the lead for all Materials & Sub-contract procurement for the group. Reporting directly into the General Manager of Procurement this will be your clear remit.

Client are a market leader in the following sectors for Bahrain and other GCC countries. With 60 Years plus successful trading they have a strong track record and healthy financial reports to back this.

  • Civil & Transport – Highways, Bridges , Airport Works , Tunnels & Rail works
  • Buildings- Airport Terminals, Conference Centers, 5* Hotels & Luxury Residential
  • MEP – Servicing both internal and external parties on small & Major sub-contracts

Role 

  • Based In the Bahrain  Head Office
  • Drive , manage and lead all related procurement activities under the guidance of the Procurement Leader
  • Leading the requisition process ensuring all key aspects listed for buyers
  • Liaise with Divisional Managers & Project Manager to handle certain key aspects
  • Guide on both long and short term strategy
  • Managing both pre-construction & post contract awards
  • Ensure that selected parties are capable of contractual needs as per the contract
  • Look at performance of the Supply Chain – Cost VS quality
  • Add value at work winning stage adding input to tenders

This is a strategic hire as the business have seen the need for someone to drive the sub-contract and materials side as the nature, scope and value changes from project to project. Some purchasing being within the region and some outside with International Suppliers.

About our Client 

  • 60+ Years success trading across the GCC
  • Live Projects across Bahrain, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia & Kuwait
  • Projects range from 5 Million Bahraini dinar to Multi Billion USD Joint Venture Projects north of $800 Million
  • Strong links to government departments, developers & key private entities
  • Seen as the go to by many Joint Venture Partners
  • Pride themselves on integrity, delivery and long term relationships

Critical Factors

  • 10 Years Minimum experience in the MENA region for Main Contractors in Procurement Role
  • Degree Educated
  • CIPS,CPP & CPIM Desired but not essential
  • Strong management, communication & presentation skills

 

 

If you feel that you have the right experience in a similar level position for a relevant business please share a WORD Formatted CV and make it clear in the introduction e-mail to TIM on why you wish to relocate to BAHRAIN and  why this role is for you.

E-Mail : t.clark@nsrassociates.com

Please note if you don’t apply correctly this will mean the CV is not shortlisted as an eye for detail

NSR Associates have had a strong relationship with this group for 13 Years now so well placed to answer specific questions

Senior Planner

Responsible for the program on site for this Buildings Main Contractor

You will prepare, monitor and update the project schedule, monitoring resources, progress , lags and risk. Reporting the real factual status of the project in conjunction with the Project Manager on site

 

Project 

This project is a $100 Million + Design & Build Project for a long term Bahraini client. It will hold intensive scrutiny due to the high levels of technology, finishes and importance for the client. Ideally you will have similar experience handling Mixed Use, Commercial , 5* Hotels , Industrial & Healthcare Projects

 

The Client 

  • Bahrain’s Leading Main Contractor
  • 50 Years + Successful track record
  • Organization holds  ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, and ISO 45001:2018 certifications
  • Huge amounts of in-house capability
  • Hold strong relationships with leading Government entities & private clients in the country and beyond to the MENA region
  • Western Management leading the business

 

About the Role 

  • Based on site as lead Planner / Senior Planner
  • Your project team is a mixture of both Local & International Staff
  • Provide recommendations and solutions to planning, scheduling and resource requirements
  • Maintain strong records on the program for internal and external parties
  • Compile data received for daily, weekly and fortnightly progress meetings on site with senior management
  • Supervise and lead 2 junior planners , engineers and record keeping.
  • Ensuring all information is prepared for EOT if needed

 

Do you match the following :

  • Degree – Civil Engineering
  • Have you risen up the ranks as a Planner to Senior Planner having been exposed to all aspects and programs on site
  • Strong Buildings experience
  • Hold a CV & career history that shows loyalty , success and progression
  • Can you client face and form a strong working relationship with the Project Manager on site
  • Strong Primavera 6 Software experience

Benefits on offer 

  • Lump Sum Salary up to 2,200 B/D Plus Car Fully Expensed
  • Family Flights , Medical & Visas
  • Bonus related to personal & performance
  • Annual Pay Review
  • Schooling allowance available after promotion
  • 30 Days Per Annum Total Leave

If you feel that you suit this role please share a word formatted CV to t.clark@nsrassociates.com and Tim or a member of the team will connect for a confidential; conversation.

Senior Design Engineer

Based 25 Minutes drive from Manama in Bahrain. You will be reporting into the Group Design & Quality Manager for handling numerous design aspects such as

  • Analysis of structures & provide design solutions and methodologies
  • Provide technical recommendations
  • Record data & drawings for future projects and tenders
  • Rectify issues and provide design solutions for both temporary & permanent structures
  • Maintain ISO Standards & systems
  • Provide workshops to site teams when needed
  • Provide insight and expertise at tender and execution stage on site

 

 

You will have the charisma and people skills to drive the highest standards from your engineers, draughtsman & CAD technicians 

Examples of LIVE projects underway and being negotiated below:

  • 42 Storey High Rise Tower
  • Theme Park
  • Bridges & Underpass project
  • Major WTW
  • Luxury Villa Development
  • 5* Hotel
  • Marine & Port Works

Do you match this criteria 

  • Degree Educated Civil Engineering
  • Proficient in STAAD PRO + ETABS
  • Minimum 8 Years Plus experience in a Design role for a Main Contractor handling Build & Civil Projects
  • You understand this role will involve site visits to trouble shoot & problem solve
  • You can communicate clearly, present ideas and hold court with a client if needed
  • 5 Years Middle East experience to you understand working cultures, clients and design codes
  • Able to commence employment before the 10th of February 2025

 

Offer for the Right Candidate

  • Lump Sum Salary Range is 1700-2050 B/D Per Month
  • All business travel paid
  • 30 Days Annual Leave
  • Family Flights,  Medical & Life-cover
  • 5 day working week with office hrs of 8am to 6pm

 

If you’re interested to hear more please send a word formatted CV to TIM on:  t.clark@nsrassociates.com with full contact details. A member of the team will connect to coordinate a confidential discussion on why this role is a match for you.

Project Mgr – Healthcare

Duties:

Project Management of a variety of building schemes.

Turnkey project development from inception through design phases and on to delivery/completion stages.

Deliver accurate and clear presentations when necessary to key stakeholders and clients.

Ability to drive programs to deliver on time and within budget.

 

Candidate Requirements:

Minimum 10 years experience working for notable Developers/Consultancies or Contractors in the GCC, with preference given currently to candidates with a track record on delivering projects in the Healthcare/Hospital sector.

Client Facing, articulate and strong presentation skills

Degree educated preferred

Strong Design and Project Management experience coupled with being commercially savvy.

This role would suit an individual with a wide ranging skill set that prefers to be in a position offering a lot of variety day to day with an exciting, dynamic Client!

 

If you feel you possess the right attributes and characteristics to fulfill this role please contact me asap at m.cotgrave@nsrassociates.com for a further discussion.

 

Estimating Engineer – Fit Out

THE COMPANY/ROLE:

We are working with a western contracting company based in Dubai. This organization have been active in the UAE for 30 + years
Projects range from small high-end fit outs, through to full hotel refurbishments projects.

They have been steadily growing as a business and continue to win work in the region, meaning they are looking to hire the following:

A talented Estimating engineer who will work closely alongside an estimation Manager & technical Manager. Working in a team handling tenders of 500 million AED. The ideal candidate will add value, advise and technical expertise for all the mechanical elements that go into these high end fit out projects. Experience working on both site and within an office environment is highly preferable.

Salary:
AED 18,000 to 20,000 per month inclusive of fixed allowances.

REQUIREMENTS: 

The following is essential:

Currently based in the UAE
Clear experience for a FIT -OUT Sub Contractor/Main Contractor in the UAE
Fit out experience is essential
8 years relevant estimating experience – the ideal candidate will have experience both on site and office-based works.
Naturally a strong communicator
IT Literate with clear strength on software, emails, word, excel etc..
Able to work under pressure and deliver to tight timeframes & tender deadlines

To apply or learn more details please send a word formatted CV to J.cotgrave@nsrassociates.com.

*Only UAE Based candidates will be contacted*