Construction Procurement Manager

Role: Construction Procurement Manager

Location: Barrow In Furness - 2 days per week on-site

Salary: £50,000 - £55,000 + benefits

Construction Procurement Manager needed to join our client, an established defence engineering firm based in Barrow in Furness.

You will play a key role in leading procurement and contracting activities across construction and infrastructure projects forming part of a long-term, 10-year investment programme.

Please note we can only consider UK nationals for this position based on UK Security Clearance requirements.

What the role of the Construction Procurement Manager entails:

Some of the main duties of the Construction Procurement Manager will include:

• Develop and deliver procurement strategies for construction and infrastructure works, including civils, building and associated packages
• Lead end-to-end procurement of construction packages, including market engagement, tendering, bid evaluation, commercial negotiation and contract award
• Work alongside project and engineering teams to align procurement activities with programme milestones, cost plans and delivery priorities
• Lead supplier and contractor negotiations to achieve best value and robust commercial outcomes
• Support the selection of appropriate contract forms and commercial arrangements (e.g. NEC or similar)
• Ensure cost, risk and programme considerations are fully integrated into procurement decisions
• Identify and manage supply chain risks, ensuring appropriate mitigation strategies are in place
• Support ongoing supplier performance and ensure delivery against agreed cost, quality and programme expectations

What experience you need to be the successful Construction Procurement Manager:

• Experience in procurement, commercial or supply chain roles within construction, infrastructure or major projects
• Understanding of cost, commercial management and procurement processes in a project environment
• Experience working with contractors and suppliers across construction or infrastructure delivery
• Familiarity with standard forms of construction contract such as NEC, JCT or equivalent
• Ability to manage tender processes, evaluate bids and support contract negotiations
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills

This really is a fantastic opportunity for a Construction Procurement Manager to progress their career. If you are interested please apply as soon as possible as this position will be filled quickly so don't miss out!

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