Procurement Engineer

Job Summary:

The Senior Procurement Engineer will manage end-to-end procurement activities for construction projects & services, ensuring the timely, cost-effective, and quality-compliant sourcing of materials, equipment, and services. The role involves strategic sourcing for suppliers and subcontractors’ management, tender evaluation, contract negotiation, and close coordination with project, engineering, and maintenance teams to meet operational and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities:

· Manage the end-to-end procurement process for all assigned projects, from material requisition and purchase order issuance through final delivery and successful project implementation

· Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and service providers.

· Ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials, equipment, and services in accordance with project specifications, budgets, and schedules.

· Prepare and evaluate RFQs, RFPs, technical and commercial bids, and complex tenders.

· Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contractual conditions to achieve the best commercial outcomes.

· Monitor supplier performance, delivery commitments, quality standards, and contractual compliance.

· Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, applicable laws, and local regulations.

· Coordinate with project, engineering, maintenance, warehouse, and finance teams to forecast material requirements and optimize inventory and supply chain efficiency.

· Identify cost-saving opportunities, assess procurement risks, and recommend improvements to procurement processes.

· Maintain accurate procurement documentation, supplier records, purchase orders, and contract files.

Qualifications:

· Bachelor’s degree in engineering in a related field.

· 4–6 years of proven experience in procurement, with strong expertise in project management and high-value contracts.

· Strong knowledge of Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) processes, procedures, and best practices.

· Proven experience sourcing civil construction materials, equipment, and services.

· Demonstrated ability to negotiate contracts, manage complex tenders, and maintain effective supplier relationships.

· Working knowledge of contract administration, commercial terms, and basic contractual language.

· Experience with procurement software and ERP systems.

· Excellent organizational, planning, and project management skills.

· Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making abilities.

· Ability to work onsite and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Skills and Competencies:

· Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English.

· Strong business writing, reporting, and documentation skills.

· High attention to details and accuracy.

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel, Word, and Outlook.

· Familiarity with procurement systems, ERP platforms, and tender management tools.

· Strong commercial awareness, negotiation skills, and supplier management capabilities.

· Leadership and team management skills, with the ability to coordinate multiple procurement activities.

· Flexibility, adaptability, and the ability to work effectively under pressure and meet tight deadlines.

· Strong interpersonal skills and a collaborative, results-oriented approach.