Construction Procurement Manager

Park Avenue Recruitment; Hatfield Peverel; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm in the UK is looking for an experienced construction procurement professional to work within a local authority on large-scale capital programs. The role involves managing the entire procurement lifecycle and executing contracts, requiring qualifications such as CIPS and TPP, along with local government experience. The position is delivery-focused with regular site visits, ideal for individuals with a hands-on approach and immediate availability.

Qualifications

• CIPS and TPP qualifications are required.
• Experience in public sector procurement preferred.
• High benefit from construction or capital works experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and manage tender documents.
• Run end-to-end tender processes.
• Write approval and award reports.
• Manage procurements above and below PA23 thresholds.
• Work with stakeholders on contract strategy.

Skills

CIPS certification

Public sector procurement experience

Operational approach

Job description

The Role

You'll be embedded within the Property / Housing team, working closely with central procurement to take construction projects through the full procurement lifecycle and into contract.

Key responsibilities

• Preparing and managing tender documents
• Running end-to-end tender processes
• Writing approval and award reports
• Managing procurements above and below PA23 thresholds
• Using open, restricted and framework call‑off routes
• Working with senior stakeholders to agree contract strategy and routes to market
• Taking projects through to contract execution

This is a hands‑on, delivery‑focused role with regular site visits.

About You

You'll need:

• CIPS and TPP qualifications
• Public sector procurement experience (local government preferred)
• Construction or capital works experience (highly beneficial)
• A practical, operational approach
• Ability to travel to site
• Availability to start at short notice

Why Apply?

• Work on a large‑scale capital programme
• High‑profile role within a local authority
• Immediate requirement with strong impact

If you're an experienced construction procurement professional looking for your next local authority role, we'd like to hear from you.