Construction Procurement Specialist

Build On Services; Darwin; On-site; AUD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Build On Services Pty is seeking a Construction Procurement Specialist to lead end-to-end procurement for a major Darwin project on a full-time contract. You will manage procurement of materials, equipment, plant and subcontract packages, ensuring on-time delivery, budget alignment and compliance with WHS and quality standards.

With 5–12 years in construction procurement, especially Tier 1 involvement, you will negotiate terms, manage supplier performance and drive efficiencies across the supply

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years in construction procurement, incl. Tier 1 experience.
• Proven tendering, bid evaluation and supplier negotiation skills.
• Knowledge of Australian procurement practice and contract principles.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies aligned to program and budget.
• Prepare tender packages; run RFQ and evaluate bids on price and compliance.
• Negotiate terms; issue PO, supply agreements and subcontracts.
• Source and manage suppliers, including long-lead marine and fabricated items.
• Expedite orders, track deliveries, manage logistics and remote supply chains.
• Coordinate with engineering and site teams on specs and delivery dates.
• Monitor costs, report on forecast, variations and commitments.

Skills

Procurement

Tender processes

Contract negotiation

ERP systems

Microsoft Office

Stakeholder management

Tier 1 experience

Education

Bachelor degree in supply chain, engineering, or related field

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Build On Services (BOS) Construction, Engineering & Project Management Consultancy

specializing in delivering results on some of Australia's most significant and complex building and infrastructure projects. With a national network of expert experience and access to subject matter experts, Build On Services ensures tailored solutions that help clients achieve their goals efficiently and effectively. Known for its pragmatic approach, the company takes pride in its ability to deliver success without unnecessary hurdles.

About the Role

Build On Services is seeking a Construction Procurement Specialist to join a major project in Darwin on a full-time contract. You will manage the end-to-end procurement of materials, equipment, plant and subcontract packages, keeping the project supplied on time, to specification and within budget. Experience in marine or manufacturing environments is highly regarded.

Hours:

Monday to Friday, 5 days per week

Preferred sector experience:

Marine and manufacturing

Experience:

5 to 10 years in construction procurement, including Tier 1 contractor experience (required)

• Develop and implement procurement strategies and plans aligned to the project program, budget and risk profile
• Prepare tender packages, run RFQ and tender processes, and evaluate supplier and subcontractor bids on price, technical compliance, capability and delivery
• Negotiate commercial terms, pricing and contract conditions; prepare and administer purchase orders, supply agreements and subcontracts
• Source, qualify and manage suppliers, including long-lead, specialist marine and fabricated items
• Expedite orders, track deliveries and manage logistics, freight and customs requirements, including remote and northern Australia supply chains
• Work with engineering, project management, planning and site teams to confirm specifications, quantities and delivery dates
• Monitor procurement costs against budget, manage variations and report on commitments and forecasts
• Manage supplier performance, quality, non-conformances and warranty or claim issues
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policy, contract requirements, WHS, environmental and quality standards
• Maintain accurate procurement registers, documentation and reporting in project systems

Full Australian working rights required: Australian Citizen, Permanent Resident, or valid Australian work visa with unrestricted work entitlement.

Please note: sponsorship is not available for this role.

Required skills and experience

• 5 to 12 years of procurement experience in construction, infrastructure, industrial or similar project environments
• Proven record running competitive tender processes and negotiating supply and subcontract agreements
• Strong knowledge of contract and commercial principles, and of Australian construction procurement practice
• Experience managing long-lead items and coordinating logistics and expediting
• Proficiency with ERP or procurement systems (such as SAP, Oracle or similar) and Microsoft Office
• Strong analytical, negotiation and stakeholder communication skills
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple packages to deadline
• Tier 1 contractor experience is required: proven procurement experience on projects delivered for or within Tier 1 construction organisations

Preferred experience

• Marine construction, shipbuilding, ports, wharves or offshore-related projects
• Manufacturing or fabrication environments, including steel, structural and mechanical supply chains
• Experience on tier-one contractor projects in northern Australia or other remote locations
• Tertiary qualification in supply chain, procurement, engineering, commerce or business, or a relevant professional certification (such as CIPS or AIPM)

Work eligibility and requirements

• Right to work in Australia
• Willingness to work on site in Darwin, Monday to Friday
• Ability to obtain a current driver license, a National Police Check and site induction requirements

If you're an experienced Construction Procurement Specialist with Tier 1 experience and are open to a full-time contract opportunity in Darwin, we'd welcome a confidential discussion.

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