Procurement Engineer - Civil

Duties & Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate the procurement of civil construction materials, equipment, subcontracted works, and related services in accordance with project and operational requirements.
• Review purchase requisitions, specifications, drawings, BOQs, and other technical documents to ensure a clear understanding of requirements prior to initiating procurement activities.
• Develop and execute sourcing strategies for civil materials and services, considering quality, cost, delivery, technical compliance, and overall landed cost.
• Identify, evaluate, and develop qualified local and international suppliers and subcontractors for civil-related requirements.
• Prepare and issue RFQs/RFPs, evaluate commercial and technical offers, and coordinate with any relevant department to ensure proper technical and commercial evaluation.
• Conduct commercial negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors to achieve competitive pricing and favorable commercial terms, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and contractual conditions.
• Prepare and analyze bid comparison statements, cost analyses, and procurement recommendations for management approval.
• Monitor purchase orders and contracts from placement through delivery/completion, ensuring compliance with agreed specifications, quantities, prices, and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of materials and services and proactively resolve procurement-related issues.
• Monitor market conditions, material price trends, availability, and supplier capabilities to identify opportunities for cost savings and mitigate supply risks.
• Maintain and develop an effective supplier database and support supplier performance evaluation and development.
• Ensure procurement activities are conducted in compliance with company policies, procedures, approved authority levels, and applicable contractual and regulatory requirements.
• Support the Procurement Manager in developing procurement plans, cost-saving initiatives, and process improvements related to the procurement department.
• Mentor and provide guidance to junior procurement personnel on technical and commercial aspects of the procurement.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Engineering, or a related discipline.
• Minimum 10 years of relevant experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain, preferably within the Oil & Gas, Engineering, Construction, or EPC industry.
• Strong practical experience in the procurement of civil construction materials, subcontracted civil works, and related services.
• Solid understanding of civil construction materials, specifications, BOQs, drawings, and technical requirements.
• Strong commercial and negotiation skills, with proven experience in achieving cost savings and favorable procurement terms.
• Good knowledge of supplier sourcing, evaluation, qualification, and performance management.
• Experience in preparing and analyzing technical/commercial bid evaluations and comparison statements.
• Good understanding of purchase orders, contracts, commercial terms, Incoterms, payment terms, warranties, and delivery conditions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to manage multiple procurement activities simultaneously and work effectively under tight deadlines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, AutoCAD and experience with SAP.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Strong coordination skills and the ability to work effectively with all internal stakeholders.

Work Location: In person