Senior Offshore Procurement Lead for EPC/PMC Projects

KBR, Inc.; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 550,000; Full time

Job summary

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Lead Procurement Engineer for an offshore Abu Dhabi project.

You will manage procurement activities for ADNOC Offshore, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials, equipment and services in line with ADNOC specifications and project requirements. The role requires leading procurement teams, coordinating with engineering, construction and project management, and ensuring delivery of procurement packages on schedule.

Qualifications

• 15+ years of procurement experience in Oil & Gas EPC/PMC projects.
• At least 5 years in a Lead Procurement Engineer role.
• Experience on ADNOC Offshore, ADNOC Onshore, or major Middle East Oil & Gas projects.
• Strong knowledge of offshore facilities, brownfield and greenfield developments.
• Experience in procurement of static equipment, rotating equipment, packages, E&I materials, and piping bulk items.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities for offshore oil & gas EPC/PMC projects.
• Develop and implement procurement plans, strategies, and schedules.
• Manage procurement of major equipment, bulk materials, and subcontracted services.
• Ensure compliance with ADNOC standards, project specifications, and company procedures.
• Monitor procurement progress and report status to management.
• Expedite and coordinate with expediting, inspection, and logistics teams.
• Maintain relationships with ADNOC-approved vendors.
• Lead and mentor procurement engineers and buyers.

Skills

Procurement lifecycle

Contract administration

Vendor management

Negotiation skills

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Electrical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Instrumentation Engineering

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

KBR, Inc. is seeking a Lead Procurement Engineer for an offshore Abu Dhabi project.

You will manage procurement activities for ADNOC Offshore, ensuring timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials, equipment and services in line with ADNOC specifications and project requirements. The role requires leading procurement teams, coordinating with engineering, construction and project management, and ensuring delivery of procurement packages on schedule.