Category Specialist Construction and Asset Management

AD WARRIOR; City Of London; On-site; GBP 52,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A public council is seeking a Category Specialist to lead procurement activities in construction and asset management. You will manage complex projects, advise senior stakeholders, and ensure compliance with procurement regulations. The ideal candidate has a strong background in construction procurement and excellent communication skills. This role offers an opportunity to drive commercial excellence and impact community projects.

Benefits

Collaborative team environment

High-profile projects

Support for continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Proven experience in construction and estates procurement.
• Strong understanding of contract forms and risk management.
• Ability to manage demanding stakeholders and maintain project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement projects in construction from scoping to contract award.
• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with corporate priorities.
• Provide expert advice on procurement methods and negotiation strategies.

Skills

Construction and estates procurement

Contract management

Communication skills

Negotiation skills

Public procurement regulations

Education

Degree-level education or equivalent

Professional qualifications (e.g., CIPS)

Tools

eTender systems (e.g., Atamis)

Job description

Overview

Category Specialist – Construction and Asset Management

Location: Ealing

Salary: £52,194 – £54,267 per annum, inclusive (Grade 12)

Closing Date: 30/10/2025

Are you a procurement professional with a strong background in construction, estates, and facilities management? Do you thrive in a fast-paced environment where your expertise can shape strategic outcomes and deliver real value? If so, they want to hear from you.

The Role

As a Category Specialist, you’ll lead procurement and commercial activity across construction and asset management categories. You’ll play a pivotal role in delivering value for money, driving commercial excellence, and supporting strategic commissioning across the Council.

This is a high-impact role where you’ll manage complex procurement projects end-to-end, advise senior stakeholders, and embed best practice contract and supplier relationship management.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead procurement projects in construction, estates, and hard FM from scoping to contract award.
• Develop and implement category strategies aligned with corporate priorities.
• Provide expert advice on contract forms, procurement methods, and negotiation strategies.
• Influence senior stakeholders and ensure compliance with procurement regulations.
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve contract issues.
• Deliver training and workshops to internal teams and stakeholders.

Skills and Qualifications

• Proven experience in construction and estates procurement, including contract management.
• Strong understanding of industry-standard contract forms and risk management.
• Ability to manage demanding stakeholders and maintain project timelines.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills.
• Experience with public procurement regulations and eTender systems (e.g., Atamis).
• Degree-level education or equivalent, with professional qualifications (e.g., CIPS).

Why Join Them?

• Be part of a collaborative and innovative team driving commercial transformation.
• Work on high-profile projects that directly impact residents and communities.
• Enjoy a supportive environment that values accountability, trust, and continuous improvement.

To Apply

If you feel you are a suitable candidate and would like to work for this reputable council, please click apply to complete your application.

You must have the right to work in the UK. Evidence for the right to work in the UK will be requested at the interview stage.

The Council is committed to creating good jobs and delivering on its connected communities’ agenda. They are committed to equality of opportunity, to being fair and inclusive.

Please note all applications will be determined on merit.