Procurement Package Manager

Alec Fitout; Dubai; On-site; AED 420,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

ALEC Engineering and Contracting L.L.C. in the UAE seeks an experienced Procurement Package Manager for Spa & Wellness projects to lead estimation, tendering, supplier sourcing, and procurement across luxury hospitality developments.

You will collaborate with commercial, design, engineering, and project teams, manage RFQs, supplier comparisons, and long-lead procurement, driving commercial value while upholding construction excellence.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in estimation, procurement or specialist construction.
• At least 5 years in Spa & Wellness projects or specialist wellness procurement.
• Mandatory experience in high-end, luxury, and ultra-luxury hospitality and Spa & Wellness developments.
• Proven experience preparing cost estimates, BOQs, tender pricing, and technical-commercial comparisons.

Responsibilities

• Lead cost estimation, BOQ reviews, tender pricing, and commercial assessments for Spa & Wellness projects.
• Prepare detailed cost breakdowns for thermal cabins, equipment, materials, and installations.
• Identify, evaluate, and source international Spa & Wellness equipment manufacturers and specialists.
• Manage RFQs, quotation analysis, technical-commercial comparisons, and supplier selections.
• Coordinate procurement for hammams, saunas, steam rooms, thermal suites, and related systems.
• Develop procurement schedules and long-lead equipment/material strategies.
• Negotiate supplier pricing, terms, and delivery schedules with internal stakeholders.
• Support value engineering, variation cost assessments, and procurement risk management.

Skills

Cost estimation

BOQ reviews

Tender pricing

Supplier negotiation

Procurement strategy

Stakeholder management

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/ QS/ Construction Management/ Procurement

Job description

Are you an experienced procurement leader ready to build your career with one of the region's leading construction companies?

Who We Are

ALEC Engineering and Contracting L.L.C. (ALEC), part of ICD, is a leading GCC construction company known for delivering complex, high-profile projects. With 20+ years of experience, ALEC builds across sectors including airports, hospitality, retail, and high-rises.

In the UAE, ALEC has delivered many of the nation’s most iconic developments, operating as a fully integrated contractor through specialist business units that provide end-to-end construction solutions.

ALEC provides strategic leadership, operational oversight, and shared services that support the performance and growth of all businesses within the Group. From governance, finance, and talent to innovation, digital systems, and sustainability, the Head Office acts as the central hub that enables each business unit to deliver with confidence, consistency, and excellence across the construction and engineering value chain.

Why Join Us?

As a Procurement Package Manager - Spa & Wellness, you'll play a critical role in leading estimation, tendering, specialist supplier sourcing, and procurement activities across project phases, with a strong focus on high-end, luxury, and ultra-luxury hospitality and wellness developments. This is your opportunity to drive procurement strategy, secure specialist wellness systems and equipment, and deliver commercial value while helping achieve construction excellence with confidence and precision.

About Your Team

You will lead and coordinate procurement and estimation activities while working closely with commercial, design, engineering, procurement, and project teams, as well as specialist wellness suppliers, manufacturers, and contractors.

You will provide leadership, guidance, and support throughout the tendering and procurement process, ensuring accurate cost planning, technical compliance, supplier performance, and successful procurement delivery across specialist Spa & Wellness projects.

Your Role

As a Procurement Package Manager - Spa & Wellness, you will be responsible for:

• Leading cost estimation, BOQ reviews, tender pricing, and commercial assessments for specialist Spa & Wellness projects
• Preparing detailed cost breakdowns for thermal cabins, specialist wellness equipment, construction materials, and installation works
• Identifying, evaluating, and sourcing international Spa & Wellness equipment manufacturers and specialist suppliers
• Managing RFQs, quotation analysis, technical-commercial comparisons, and supplier selection processes
• Coordinating procurement activities for hammams, saunas, steam rooms, thermal cabins, experience showers, salt rooms, and specialist wellness systems
• Developing procurement schedules and managing long-lead equipment and material procurement strategies
• Negotiating supplier pricing, commercial terms, and delivery schedules in coordination with internal stakeholders
• Supporting value engineering initiatives, variation cost assessments, and procurement risk management activities

What We're Looking For

Experience:

• Minimum 10 years of professional experience in estimation, procurement, or specialist construction
• At least 5 years of experience in Spa & Wellness projects or specialist wellness equipment procurement
• Mandatory experience in high-end, luxury, and ultra-luxury hospitality and Spa & Wellness developments
• Proven experience preparing cost estimates, BOQs, tender pricing, and technical-commercial comparisons
• Experience sourcing and procuring equipment from international manufacturers and specialist suppliers
• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Procurement, or a related discipline

Knowledge & Skills:

• Strong understanding of thermal cabin construction, specialist wellness equipment, and associated materials
• Experience in procurement, sourcing, and estimation for hammams, saunas, steam rooms, thermal suites, and related wellness facilities
• Strong understanding of technical specifications, supplier quotations, procurement schedules, and commercial terms
• Ability to identify scope gaps, procurement risks, and cost implications of design changes
• Strong analytical, negotiation, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
• Familiarity with international sourcing, logistics, long-lead item procurement, and specialist supplier management

What We Offer

• The opportunity to lead procurement and estimation activities across landmark high-end, luxury, and ultra-luxury hospitality and Spa & Wellness developments
• A collaborative and project-driven environment committed to operational excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement
• A senior role where your expertise in estimation, procurement strategy, supplier management, and specialist wellness systems directly impacts project success
• The opportunity to work alongside leading consultants, specialist manufacturers, suppliers, contractors, and project stakeholders

Ready to elevate your career? Join ALEC and play a key role in shaping construction excellence through strategic procurement and commercial leadership.

We look forward to working with passionate professionals.