Lead Procurement Manager – Building Envelope Projects

Laing O'Rourke group; Sale; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead the Building Envelope procurement delivery across major construction projects in the UK. The role focuses on procurement leadership, tendering, and supplier performance to secure best value while ensuring compliance with company policies.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in construction procurement, building envelope knowledge, and a solid background in commercial estimating.

Qualifications

• Strong procurement experience within construction or engineering.
• Building envelope / enclosure experience or understanding.
• Solid commercial and estimating background.
• Proven experience managing high-value tenders and complex contracts.
• Strong negotiation, stakeholder management, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities across major projects with full accountability for outcomes.
• Influence project decisions through strong commercial and contractual expertise.
• Drive value, compliance, and alignment with business objectives.
• Lead sourcing and selection of strategic supply chain partners; issue and evaluate high-value tenders.
• Draft, issue, and execute complex contracts in line with company policies.
• Monitor supplier performance, manage risk, and escalate issues as needed.

Skills

Procurement experience

Building envelope knowledge

Commercial & estimating background

Tender & contract management

Negotiation & stakeholder comms

Job description

Laing O'Rourke is seeking a Procurement Manager to lead the Building Envelope procurement delivery across major construction projects in the UK. The role focuses on procurement leadership, tendering, and supplier performance to secure best value while ensuring compliance with company policies.

The ideal candidate has strong experience in construction procurement, building envelope knowledge, and a solid background in commercial estimating.