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An established transport company in Abu Dhabi is seeking a skilled Procurement Officer to join its team. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement, with a strong background in consultancy, development, tender-stage engineering, and pre-contract work. This role offers a competitive salary in the range of AED 15,000 - 23,000.

Key Responsibilities:

Manage daily procurement operations and vendor sourcing.

Lead supplier evaluations, contract negotiations, and purchase order processes.

Ensure cost efficiency, compliance with company and UAE regulations, and maintain accurate procurement documentation.

Collaborate with engineering teams during pre-contract stages to align procurement strategy.

Analyse procurement data to improve sourcing efficiency and value.

Qualifications:

Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field.

Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience, preferably within the UAE.

Solid understanding of UAE procurement standards, contract types, and vendor management.

Proven negotiation, communication, and organisational skills.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Role Summary:

We're looking for an experienced estimator to support cost planning and analysis for complex transportation and heavy civil infrastructure proposals. This role focuses on preparing accurate budgets, analyzing cost data, supporting procurement activities, and collaborating with design and construction teams throughout the bid development process.

Key Duties:

Generate high-level preliminary budgets based on indicative design packages.Establish detailed cost breakdown structures tailored to large-scale civil and transit-related construction projects.Conduct quantity take-offs and compile itemized quantity documents.Build cost estimates using drawings, specifications, and project documentation.Calculate indirect costs and general conditions in alignment with project needs.Develop cost unit rates from first principles, incorporating labor, material, and equipment data.Create labor rates that meet applicable wage requirements in the project's jurisdiction.Update and refine full project budgets as design evolves.Prepare cost presentations and reporting for senior management review.Facilitate and lead estimate working sessions with joint venture partners.Provide cost alternatives for value engineering considerations.Develop financial summaries and projected cash flow documents.Engage in design development meetings, providing insights from a cost and constructability perspective.Integrate consultant design inputs into the evolving project estimate.Coordinate with procurement staff to identify qualified vendors and subcontractors.Ensure compliance of subcontractors with technical and operational requirements.Assemble procurement packages with scopes, drawings, and quantities.Evaluate vendor proposals and prepare comparison summaries.Revise estimates based on updated pricing from suppliers and the local market.Account for bonding, insurance, and required documentation in the final submission.Propose innovative, efficient construction methods rooted in best practices.Maintain a database of cost history and benchmarking information.Organize final bid submissions and support close-out documentation.Assess the accuracy of estimating data and deliver relevant reporting.Research and analyze previous project data to inform future estimates and standards.

Your Background:

Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.Hands-on experience with large-scale civil infrastructure projects (e.g., highways, bridges, tunnels), especially in design-build or P3 formats.Prior involvement in the competitive bidding or proposal process.Proficient in using digital tools for estimating and quantity take-offs.Sound understanding of pricing structures, cost control, and estimation methods.Comfortable interpreting engineering drawings, contracts, and procurement documents.Familiarity with highway or transportation authority projects, such as those led by Departments of Transportation.Experience working in joint ventures or collaborative project delivery models is an advantage.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Role Summary:

We're looking for an experienced estimator to support cost planning and analysis for complex transportation and heavy civil infrastructure proposals. This role focuses on preparing accurate budgets, analyzing cost data, supporting procurement activities, and collaborating with design and construction teams throughout the bid development process.

Key Duties:

Generate high-level preliminary budgets based on indicative design packages.Establish detailed cost breakdown structures tailored to large-scale civil and transit-related construction projects.Conduct quantity take-offs and compile itemized quantity documents.Build cost estimates using drawings, specifications, and project documentation.Calculate indirect costs and general conditions in alignment with project needs.Develop cost unit rates from first principles, incorporating labor, material, and equipment data.Create labor rates that meet applicable wage requirements in the project's jurisdiction.Update and refine full project budgets as design evolves.Prepare cost presentations and reporting for senior management review.Facilitate and lead estimate working sessions with joint venture partners.Provide cost alternatives for value engineering considerations.Develop financial summaries and projected cash flow documents.Engage in design development meetings, providing insights from a cost and constructability perspective.Integrate consultant design inputs into the evolving project estimate.Coordinate with procurement staff to identify qualified vendors and subcontractors.Ensure compliance of subcontractors with technical and operational requirements.Assemble procurement packages with scopes, drawings, and quantities.Evaluate vendor proposals and prepare comparison summaries.Revise estimates based on updated pricing from suppliers and the local market.Account for bonding, insurance, and required documentation in the final submission.Propose innovative, efficient construction methods rooted in best practices.Maintain a database of cost history and benchmarking information.Organize final bid submissions and support close-out documentation.Assess the accuracy of estimating data and deliver relevant reporting.Research and analyze previous project data to inform future estimates and standards.

Your Background:

Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.Hands-on experience with large-scale civil infrastructure projects (e.g., highways, bridges, tunnels), especially in design-build or P3 formats.Prior involvement in the competitive bidding or proposal process.Proficient in using digital tools for estimating and quantity take-offs.Sound understanding of pricing structures, cost control, and estimation methods.Comfortable interpreting engineering drawings, contracts, and procurement documents.Familiarity with highway or transportation authority projects, such as those led by Departments of Transportation.Experience working in joint ventures or collaborative project delivery models is an advantage.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Role Summary:

We're looking for an experienced estimator to support cost planning and analysis for complex transportation and heavy civil infrastructure proposals. This role focuses on preparing accurate budgets, analyzing cost data, supporting procurement activities, and collaborating with design and construction teams throughout the bid development process.

Key Duties:

Generate high-level preliminary budgets based on indicative design packages.Establish detailed cost breakdown structures tailored to large-scale civil and transit-related construction projects.Conduct quantity take-offs and compile itemized quantity documents.Build cost estimates using drawings, specifications, and project documentation.Calculate indirect costs and general conditions in alignment with project needs.Develop cost unit rates from first principles, incorporating labor, material, and equipment data.Create labor rates that meet applicable wage requirements in the project's jurisdiction.Update and refine full project budgets as design evolves.Prepare cost presentations and reporting for senior management review.Facilitate and lead estimate working sessions with joint venture partners.Provide cost alternatives for value engineering considerations.Develop financial summaries and projected cash flow documents.Engage in design development meetings, providing insights from a cost and constructability perspective.Integrate consultant design inputs into the evolving project estimate.Coordinate with procurement staff to identify qualified vendors and subcontractors.Ensure compliance of subcontractors with technical and operational requirements.Assemble procurement packages with scopes, drawings, and quantities.Evaluate vendor proposals and prepare comparison summaries.Revise estimates based on updated pricing from suppliers and the local market.Account for bonding, insurance, and required documentation in the final submission.Propose innovative, efficient construction methods rooted in best practices.Maintain a database of cost history and benchmarking information.Organize final bid submissions and support close-out documentation.Assess the accuracy of estimating data and deliver relevant reporting.Research and analyze previous project data to inform future estimates and standards.

Your Background:

Degree in Civil Engineering or a closely related discipline.Hands-on experience with large-scale civil infrastructure projects (e.g., highways, bridges, tunnels), especially in design-build or P3 formats.Prior involvement in the competitive bidding or proposal process.Proficient in using digital tools for estimating and quantity take-offs.Sound understanding of pricing structures, cost control, and estimation methods.Comfortable interpreting engineering drawings, contracts, and procurement documents.Familiarity with highway or transportation authority projects, such as those led by Departments of Transportation.Experience working in joint ventures or collaborative project delivery models is an advantage.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Role Overview:

We are seeking a detail-oriented professional to support the estimating of Maintenance of Traffic (MOT) or Temporary Traffic Control components on major infrastructure bids, including highway, bridge, and transit-related projects. This role involves analyzing project designs, preparing traffic control plans, and developing accurate cost estimates to support competitive proposals, particularly in P3 and design-build environments.

Key Responsibilities:

Develop detailed cost estimates for traffic management plans required during construction.

Analyze project layouts, staging sequences, and MOT requirements based on drawings and phasing strategies.

Collaborate with design and construction teams to ensure traffic control strategies align with overall construction phasing.

Create quantity take-offs for signage, barriers, detours, flagging, temporary signals, and other MOT elements.

Prepare bid items, unit rates, and pricing breakdowns specific to traffic control scopes.

Ensure compliance with applicable traffic control standards, such as MUTCD or jurisdiction-specific regulations.

Coordinate with project schedulers and planners to align MOT durations and costs.

Support the development of traffic staging and detour drawings in collaboration with traffic engineers.

Work with subcontractors and vendors to obtain pricing for MOT materials and services.

Evaluate risks associated with traffic control and recommend mitigation strategies.

Participate in internal reviews and contribute to bid presentations and documentation.

Update cost estimates based on revised plans, addenda, or stakeholder feedback.

Support procurement teams by helping define MOT-related work packages.

Track historical cost data related to MOT activities for benchmarking and future estimating.

Required Background:

Educational background in Civil Engineering, Transportation, or a related field.

Prior experience preparing cost estimates for traffic control on civil infrastructure projects.

Familiarity with construction staging, traffic detour design, and MOT best practices.

Working knowledge of estimating tools and Microsoft Excel; experience with traffic modeling or CAD-based software is a plus.

Solid understanding of regional DOT standards, MUTCD guidelines, and permit requirements.

Ability to read and interpret construction drawings and traffic plans.

Experience supporting major proposals in alternative delivery formats (P3, design-build) is an asset.

Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and disciplines.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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The leading infrastructure recruitment specialist are looking for a Buyer, to join a global leader in construction sector for one of Norway's technical infrastructure projects involving roads, tunnels, bridges, drill and blast works.

This is a great opportunity to work for a significant construction company, working alongside some of the most experienced specialists in the industry to continue developing and further you career.

Job Role / Responsibilities

Collaborate in the Vendor approval process.Review the information that is part of the Need Request and request more details, where necessary.Propose and analyse the Vendors from which offers will be requested.Request offers from Vendors.Analyse the offers received, reviewing all financial and commercial aspects and elaborate the Comparison Table.Storing of all documentation to comprise the pertinent quotation dossier in the project file management System.Update the data files with the purchasing processes, stored in ACC.Create the Vendors, Purchase Orders and Contracts in SAPFollow up the agreements

Project

The infrastructure project is based on the West Coast of Norway and consist of the construction of several tunnels, bridges and highways, the construction has just started and is estimated to last for at least 3 years.

Requirements

Technical Degree (Engineering / Civil / or equivalent)Fluent in English3+ years of experience in infratsructure projectsNorwegian experienceAbility to carry out analysis of the value and of the first cost driversContractual skills, ability to read and implement the most important contractual clausesKnowledge of negotiation techniques and strategiesSAP

Benefits/Package

Long term projectAn exciting position in the largest road infrastructure contract in Norway's historyBecome part of a dedicated teamInternational working environmentCompetitive salary and benefitsSocial gatherings

ewi is an international consultancy focused on the search & selection of the Worlds leading engineering and construction professionals. We specialize in recruiting expats and local experts for major infrastructure and build projects across the globe.

If interested and suitable or would like further information regarding this position, please respond directly to Elisa at EWI with an updated CV to [email protected]

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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Senior Rail Safety Director (ISA) - Canada

EWI are supporting a leading European Consultancy firm in their search for an experienced Senior Safety Director for a large-scale rail project in Canada. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a complex, high-impact project and lead safety and system assurance efforts in the railway industry.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the development and implementation of safety and system assurance processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.

Oversee safety engineering, safety risk management, and the delivery of safety consulting services to railway or subway organisations.

Develop and manage major assurance framework programs and strategic safety initiatives for construction consortiums or joint ventures.

Present complex safety findings and strategies to clients, effectively communicating technical ideas and solutions.

Key Qualifications:

A minimum of 20 years in senior leadership roles, ideally within the railway or related industries.

At least 5 years of professional experience as an Independent Safety Assessor (ISA) or a similar recognised technical safety role (e.g., NOBO, DEBO, ASBO, Validator) on large, complex projects.

A minimum of 5 years in a technical safety role on capital project assurance within the railway industry, specifically delivering a CMREA (or equivalent such as CSM-RA) compliant process.

At least 5 years of experience developing and implementing safety and system assurance programs on large-scale projects, providing safety consulting services to railway authorities or asset owners/operators.

Excellent oral and written communication skills with proven experience in presenting findings to clients.

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please submit your updated CV. We would be happy to arrange a call to discuss the position further.

ewi is committed to equality in the workplace and is an equal opportunity employer. ewi is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

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