Procurement Lead for Complex Projects

Laing O'Rourke; Worcester Park Estate; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown House Technologies, part of the Laing O\'Rourke group, is recruiting an MEP Procurement Manager to support major projects. No strict MEP experience required; focus on driving processes, keeping procurement activities organised, and influencing stakeholders. Roles can be based in Manchester, Dartford, Worksop or Oldbury.

Join a team offering extensive training, development, and long-term career progression with exposure to high-profile projects.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written).
• Confidence to challenge, influence and drive outcomes.
• Strong organisational skills with ability to manage multiple workstreams.
• Experience running meetings and managing stakeholders across busy projects.
• Ability to follow structure, apply processes and keep detailed information organised.
• People-first mindset with professionalism, integrity and ownership.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of best-in-class procurement services across a major project portfolio.
• Implement procurement plans in line with project strategy.
• Run and manage tender processes for subcontractors, materials, plant and services.
• Contribute to market insight, cost advice and supply chain performance feedback.
• Support and guide a team of procurement professionals.
• Maintain clear, accurate procurement information and reporting.
• Represent procurement in project meetings and reviews.
• Build strong, ethical relationships with suppliers and subcontractors aligned to LOR values.
• Champion innovation, DfMA, and opportunities for self-delivery.
• Ensure compliance with corporate governance and procurement best practice.

Skills

Communication

Influence

Organisation

Meeting management

Process discipline

People-first

Education

MCIPS / procurement qualifications

Job description

Crown House Technologies, part of the Laing O\'Rourke group, is recruiting an MEP Procurement Manager to support major projects. No strict MEP experience required; focus on driving processes, keeping procurement activities organised, and influencing stakeholders. Roles can be based in Manchester, Dartford, Worksop or Oldbury.

Join a team offering extensive training, development, and long-term career progression with exposure to high-profile projects.