Procurement Manager - Infrastructure Contracts

Parsons; Al Ruways Industrial City; On-site; AED 273,235 - 404,389; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth within a global engineering and project delivery organization

Opportunity to influence commercial success and project outcomes

Job summary

Parsons is seeking a Commercial Procurement Manager to lead procurement operations across major infrastructure projects in Saudi Arabia. The role involves managing tendering strategies, procurement execution, and contract evaluations while ensuring cost efficiency and compliance with project objectives.

The ideal candidate will hold a relevant degree and have a minimum of 10 years of experience in procurement, ideally within capital projects. The position presents opportunities to work on high-value projects aligned with national development goals.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years experience in procurement within infrastructure or capital projects.
• Strong expertise in tendering processes, contract evaluation, and supplier management.
• Experience working in large-scale and complex project environments.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement plans aligned with infrastructure project requirements and delivery timelines.
• Manage the tender lifecycle from EOI and pre-qualification through RFP and contract award.
• Evaluate submissions across technical and commercial criteria and produce award recommendations.

Skills

Proficiency in procurement systems such as SAP, PRISM, Aconex or similar

Experience in tender management and contract lifecycle processes

Supplier relationship and supply chain development expertise

Cost evaluation and commercial analysis capability

Risk management and compliance framework knowledge

Stakeholder communication and negotiation skills

Education

Degree in Quantity Surveying, Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering or a related field

Job description

Job Snapshot

• Role: Commercial Procurement Manager
• Location: Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
• Industry: Construction
• Experience: 10 years
• Job Type: Full-time

Overview

Procurement Manager Infrastructure Contracts in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia – a construction hiring opportunity with Parsons Corporation focused on leading tendering strategies, procurement execution, and contract evaluation across large-scale infrastructure developments while ensuring cost efficiency and compliance with project objectives.

Job Details

• Country: Saudi Arabia
• City: Riyadh
• Industry: Construction
• Function: Purchasing / Procurement
• Salary: 25,000 - 37,000 (estimated; final offer confirmed with employer)
• Gender: Any
• Nationality: Any
• Job Type: Full-time

Role Context

This role manages procurement operations across the full lifecycle of major projects, ensuring that sourcing strategies, supplier engagement, and contract negotiations deliver value, reduce risks, and support timely project execution in complex environments.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop procurement plans aligned with infrastructure project requirements and delivery timelines
• Manage the tender lifecycle from EOI and pre-qualification through RFP and contract award
• Prepare tender documentation and coordinate communication with bidders and contractors
• Evaluate submissions across technical and commercial criteria and produce award recommendations
• Conduct market analysis and strengthen supplier networks to support competitive sourcing
• Coordinate with internal teams and external stakeholders to align procurement decisions
• Assess contract terms and pricing structures to ensure financial efficiency and compliance
• Identify procurement risks and implement mitigation strategies across supply chains
• Ensure adherence to corporate standards, ethical guidelines, and regulatory requirements
• Lead team development, mentoring and performance management initiatives
• Deliver structured reporting on procurement progress, risks, and outcomes

Ideal Profile

• Degree in Quantity Surveying, Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering or a related field
• Minimum 10 years experience in procurement within infrastructure or capital projects
• Strong expertise in tendering processes, contract evaluation, and supplier management
• Experience working in large-scale and complex project environments
• Ability to manage multiple procurement streams and stakeholder relationships
• Strong leadership, negotiation and decision-making skills

Skills Set

• Proficiency in procurement systems such as SAP, PRISM, Aconex or similar
• Experience in tender management and contract lifecycle processes
• Supplier relationship and supply chain development expertise
• Cost evaluation and commercial analysis capability
• Risk management and compliance framework knowledge
• Stakeholder communication and negotiation skills

Why Join Us

• Lead procurement operations on major infrastructure programs in Saudi Arabia
• Work on high-value projects aligned with national development goals
• Gain exposure to complex supply chain and contractor ecosystems
• Career growth within a global engineering and project delivery organization
• Opportunity to influence commercial success and project outcomes

About the Company

Parsons Corporation is a global engineering and infrastructure firm delivering transportation, construction and development projects across Saudi Arabia, supporting large-scale initiatives with innovative procurement and project management solutions.