Procurement Engineer - Electrical

Six Construct; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Six Construct in Dubai seeks an Electrical Procurement Engineer to secure critical electrical equipment and subcontract packages for complex construction and infrastructure projects. You will drive strategic sourcing, supplier management, and coordination with project stakeholders to ensure timely procurement, cost efficiency, and compliance with technical requirements.

The role emphasizes managing MV/LV systems, transformers, switchgear, generators, cables, and related equipment, with a focus

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.
• 3-8 years of procurement experience within construction, infrastructure, or data center projects.
• Experience procuring major electrical systems and equipment packages.
• Experience coordinating procurement activities within multidisciplinary project environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement of electrical equipment materials and subcontract packages for construction projects.
• Manage sourcing for MV/LV systems, transformers, switchgear, cables, and related electrical packages.
• Prepare RFQs, ITT, and procurement documentation.
• Lead commercial negotiations to achieve cost savings and favorable terms.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Planning, Commercial, Construction, and PM teams.
• Monitor supplier production, deliveries, and performance.

Skills

Procurement strategy

Negotiation

Vendor management

Stakeholder management

Sourcing

Cost optimization

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Felix

MS Excel

Job description

What You Will Drive

As an Electrical Procurement Engineer you will play a key role in securing critical electrical equipment materials and subcontract packages that enable the successful delivery of complex construction and infrastructure projects You will drive procurement excellence through strategic sourcing commercial optimization supplier relationship management and effective coordination with project stakeholders By ensuring timely procurement cost efficiency and compliance with technical and commercial requirements you will directly contribute to project performance operational efficiency and overall business success

Key Responsibilities

Procurement amp Strategic Sourcing

• Lead the procurement of electrical equipment materials and subcontract packages for construction and infrastructure projects


• Manage sourcing activities for key electrical systems including Medium Voltage MV Systems Low Voltage LV Systems Transformers Switchgear Generators UPS Systems Lighting Systems Power Distribution Equipment Power and Control Cables Cable Trays and Containment Systems Earthing and Lightning Protection Systems ELV and Communication Systems Building Management and Specialized Electrical Systems


• Develop sourcing strategies for major electrical packages and long-lead items


• Prepare Requests for Quotation RFQs Invitations to Tender ITT and procurement documentation


• Identify evaluate and prequalify suppliers and subcontractors through market research and benchmarking exercises


• Maintain awareness of market trends pricing fluctuations supplier capabilities and procurement risks


• Establish competitive procurement strategies that support project budgets and schedules

Commercial Management

• Analyze supplier and subcontractor quotations through detailed techno-commercial evaluations


• Prepare commercial comparison sheets and procurement recommendation reports


• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors to achieve cost savings and commercial advantages


• Evaluate payment terms warranties delivery schedules liabilities and contractual obligations


• Support the preparation review and finalization of purchase orders and subcontract agreements


• Identify value engineering opportunities and alternative sourcing solutions to improve project cost efficiency


• Ensure all procurement recommendations comply with company approval matrices and procurement governance requirements

Project Coordination amp Delivery Support

• Coordinate closely with Engineering Design Planning Commercial Construction and Project Management teams


• Ensure procurement activities align with project milestones procurement schedules and construction objectives


• Review procurement priorities and critical path requirements


• Monitor supplier production schedules manufacturing progress inspections shipment status and site deliveries


• Track procurement activities from award through delivery and final close-out


• Proactively identify and mitigate supply chain risks that may impact project delivery


• Resolve supplier performance issues and delivery challenges through effective stakeholder coordination

Supplier amp Vendor Management

• Establish and maintain strong relationships with strategic suppliers and subcontractors


• Support supplier qualification vendor registration and performance evaluation processes


• Monitor supplier performance against quality cost delivery and responsiveness KPIs


• Participate in supplier audits and capability assessments where required


• Support supplier development initiatives and long-term sourcing strategies


• Identify opportunities for supplier consolidation and category management optimization


• Promote sustainable and ethical procurement practices within the supply chain

Technical Review amp Compliance

• Review project specifications technical documents drawings BOQs and material requirements


• Ensure selected products and suppliers comply with project specifications and employer requirements


• Evaluate supplier technical submissions and material submittals


• Coordinate technical clarifications with engineering teams consultants suppliers and subcontractors


• Assess alternative products and support value engineering initiatives


• Ensure compliance with applicable international standards project requirements and local authority regulations


• Support technical bid analysis during supplier selection and procurement recommendation stages

Procurement Governance amp Reporting

• Ensure full compliance with BESIX procurement procedures policies and Delegation of Authority requirements


• Maintain procurement registers logs trackers and reporting dashboards


• Prepare procurement status reports for project and management review meetings


• Monitor procurement KPIs budgets commitments and savings initiatives


• Support spend analysis and procurement performance reporting activities


• Maintain complete procurement documentation and audit-ready procurement records


• Participate in procurement excellence initiatives digital procurement programs and continuous improvement projects

Qualifications

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering.

Experience

• 3-8 years of procurement experience within construction, infrastructure, industrial, mission-critical, or data center projects.


• Demonstrated experience procuring major electrical systems and equipment packages.


• Experience managing both local and international supplier networks.


• Proven experience in tendering, commercial evaluations, and contract negotiations.


• Experience coordinating procurement activities within multidisciplinary project environments.

Technical Competencies

• Strong understanding of electrical systems and associated construction materials.


• Comprehensive knowledge of procurement lifecycle management.


• Strong sourcing and supplier selection capabilities.


• Ability to interpret electrical drawings, specifications, and Bills of Quantities (BOQs).


• Knowledge of electrical equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and market trends.


• Strong commercial evaluation and cost analysis skills.


• Contract awareness and understanding of procurement-related risks.


• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and procurement reporting tools.


• Knowledge of procurement planning, expediting, logistics, and supply chain processes.

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong commercial negotiation skills.


• Supplier relationship management capabilities.


• Analytical and data-driven decision making.


• Cost-conscious and value-focused mindset.


• Planning and organizational skills.


• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.


• Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution capabilities.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced project environment.


• Proactive and results-oriented approach.

Nice-to-Have Requirements

• Experience in GCC construction and infrastructure projects.


• Previous experience in data center and mission-critical facilities projects.


• Experience procuring major MEP packages.


• Familiarity with EPC and Design & Build project environments.


• Experience using SAP, Oracle, Felix, or similar ERP and procurement systems.


• Knowledge of FIDIC-based contracts and contract administration.


• Experience with strategic sourcing and category management initiatives.


• Exposure to value engineering and cost optimization programs.


• Experience working with multinational contractors or large-scale project organizations.