Procurement Engineer - MEP

Department: Procurement
Industry: EPC / MEP / Construction
Experience: 610 Years
Location: Chennai – Saaligramam
Qualification: BE / B.Tech / Diploma in Mechanical / Electrical Engineering

Job Purpose

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Engineer – MEP to manage end-to-end procurement of Mechanical, Electrical and HVAC materials, equipment and subcontract packages for EPC/MEP projects, ensuring optimum cost, quality and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Sourcing

• Develop and execute procurement plans based on project requirements, BOQ and project schedules.
• Identify, evaluate and develop reliable MEP vendors, manufacturers and subcontractors.
• Float RFQs and obtain competitive quotations from approved and potential suppliers.
• Prepare Comparative Statements (CS) and coordinate technical and commercial evaluations.
• Ensure procurement is aligned with project specifications, approved makes and required quantities.

MEP Material Procurement

Handle procurement for materials/equipment such as:

Mechanical / HVAC

• Chillers, AHUs, FCUs, VRF/VRV
• Pumps, cooling towers and ventilation systems
• Ducting, insulation, pipes, valves and fittings

Electrical

• HT/LT panels
• Transformers
• DG sets
• Cables and cable trays
• Bus ducts
• Switchgear, MCCs, DBs and electrical accessories

MEP General

• Plumbing materials
• Fire-fighting materials
• ELV materials, where applicable
• MEP subcontract packages

Vendor Management & Negotiation

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and subcontractors.
• Conduct commercial negotiations for price, payment terms, delivery, warranty and other commercial conditions.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and alternative vendors/materials.
• Evaluate vendor capability, quality, lead time and past performance.

Purchase Order Management

• Prepare and release Purchase Orders / Work Orders after obtaining necessary approvals.
• Ensure POs include correct specifications, quantities, delivery schedules and commercial terms.
• Monitor order status from PO placement through manufacturing and delivery.
• Maintain procurement trackers and documentation.

Expediting & Delivery

• Follow up with vendors for timely manufacturing and dispatch.
• Monitor critical material delivery against project milestones.
• Coordinate inspection, testing, dispatch and transportation where required.
• Escalate delays and take corrective action to avoid project impact.

Coordination

• Coordinate with Engineering, Planning, Projects, QS, Stores and Site teams.
• Review BOQs, specifications, drawings and material requirements before procurement.
• Coordinate technical clarifications between vendors and engineering teams.
• Ensure materials delivered to site meet approved specifications and requirements.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of MEP procurement
• Vendor development and management
• RFQ / RFP handling
• Technical & commercial evaluation
• Comparative Statement preparation
• Price negotiation and cost control
• Purchase Order / Work Order management
• Material expediting and delivery tracking
• Good knowledge of MEP materials and equipment
• Strong Excel and documentation skills
• Good communication and negotiation skills

Preferred Experience

• 6–10 years of experience in MEP / EPC / Construction procurement
• Experience in Industrial, Data Centre, Warehouse, Commercial or Infrastructure projects is preferred.
• Strong exposure to Electrical, Mechanical and HVAC procurement.
• Experience in handling multiple vendors and project procurement simultaneously