Salah Hakky

Tendering, Contracts, and Procurement Team Leader with 8+ years in tender, procurement, and construction, covering 45+ tenders and projects (worth about $1B+) in total across Egypt and Libya. Experienced in contract administration under FIDIC, JCT, and NEC, including drafting, negotiation, risk review, and party liabilities. Leads multi-disciplinary teams, prepares competitive technical and commercial bids, and runs cost-effective procurement strategies for contractors, finishing, and fit-out projects.

Tender & Procurement Team Leader at Rawasekh General Contracting (2026-03 – Present)

• Current project: Enmaa Libya – Presidential House ($56M).
• Leadership: Lead, mentor, and supervise a team of procurement specialists and tender administrators, upholding corporate compliance standards.
• Tender management: Direct the full lifecycle of local and international tenders, from RFP/RFQ preparation and market research to bid evaluation, negotiation, and contract award.
• Strategic sourcing: Run sourcing initiatives focused on cost optimization while maintaining supplier quality and delivery timelines.
• Vendor management: Manage key supplier relationships, run performance reviews, and resolve vendor disputes to mitigate supply chain risk.
• Cross-functional collaboration: Partner with legal, finance, and technical teams to ensure procurement contracts meet regulatory, governance, and budget requirements.
• Process improvement: Standardize procurement workflows and tender evaluation templates to shorten the cycle.
• Market analysis: Track price fluctuations, material shortages, and regulatory shifts to keep project operations uninterrupted.

Tender & Procurement Team Leader at Rowad Modern Engineering (RME) (2024-07 – 2026-03)

• Led the tender and procurement team across concurrent bids, allocating workloads, setting internal deadlines, and reviewing technical and commercial submissions for quality and compliance.
• Reviewed tender documents and specifications, and drafted contracts and terms and conditions, aligning them with company policy, project requirements, and industry standards.
• Analyzed contractual risks and proposed amendments to reduce legal and financial exposure.
• Estimated direct and indirect costs, including overheads, risks, and profit, using top-sheet analysis, and finalized cost structures with the direct manager.
• Prepared technical and commercial proposals, developed tailored technical solutions, and compiled detailed tender submissions.
• Managed procurement strategies for large-scale engineering projects, negotiating supplier contracts for cost savings of 10%.
• Used ERP systems to streamline procurement, reducing lead times and improving inventory management.

Senior Tender & Procurement Engineer at Grid Fine Finishes (2023-03 – 2024-07)

• Conducted risk assessments for tender proposals, integrating mitigation strategies to improve proposal quality.
• Collaborated with clients and suppliers to understand requirements, obtain competitive quotes, and negotiate pricing.
• Developed procurement strategies for equipment, services, and supplies, ensuring optimal planning and resource allocation.
• Selected and managed subcontractors, ensuring performance aligned with project requirements and quality standards.
• Achieved a 15% increase in project profit margins through strategic planning and efficient resource allocation.

Tender & Procurement Engineer at SCAS Construction and Finishing (2021-09 – 2023-03)

• Maintained a comprehensive repository of bid documentation for audits and future reference.
• Developed standardized workflows and templates, reducing proposal preparation time by 20%.
• Ensured compliance with tender submission guidelines, including formatting, documentation, and certifications.
• Built cost breakdown structures covering materials, labor, equipment, and contingencies for competitive bids.
• Negotiated prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and commercial conditions with suppliers and subcontractors.

Technical Office & Cost Estimation Engineer at ESCO For Trade and Construction (2020-05 – 2021-09)

• Monitored actual costs against budgeted expenditures throughout the project lifecycle, identifying potential issues early and implementing corrective actions to maintain financial control.
• Advised project managers on cost control strategies and cost-saving measures to optimize project budgets.
• Designed and executed comprehensive action plans to effectively address and resolve project challenges, ensuring timely and successful outcomes.
• Identified and procured high-quality finishing materials, ensuring alignment with project specifications and design standards.
• Managed technical submittals, including materials and drawings, for client and consultant approval.
• Prepared detailed quantity take-offs for civil and architectural works from project drawings and specifications.

Technical Office & Cost Estimation Engineer (Part-Time) at Tamayouz Development (2018-07 – 2020-05)

• Prepared detailed structural drawings and calculations, coordinating with architects and project teams to optimize designs.
• Optimized structural designs to reduce material costs while maintaining safety and performance standards.
• Developed 3D models for structures using tools like Revit, Tekla, and ETABS, improving coordination with stakeholders.
• Achieved a 20% reduction in project skeleton costs through the application of value engineering principles.
• Prepared technical reports and presentations for clients, consultants, and regulatory authorities for project approvals.
• Coordinated between the site and technical office to address design discrepancies and implement effective solutions.
• Designed and analyzed reinforced concrete (RC) and steel structures using ETABS, SAP2000, and Tekla Structures in line with local and international codes.

Bachelor in Civil Engineering – Al-Azhar University (2020-06)