Procurement Manager

Crown House Technologies; Dartford; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Crown House Technologies, located in Dartford, is looking for an MEP Procurement Manager to support major projects. You will implement procurement plans, manage tender processes, and build relationships with suppliers for best-in-class services.

This role emphasizes excellent communication and organizational skills, allowing you to influence projects without needing technical expertise. Join a valued team dedicated to innovation and your long-term career growth.

Qualifications

• Great verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams effectively.
• Experience with stakeholder management and project environments.

Responsibilities

• Support procurement services across major projects.
• Implement procurement plans as per project strategy.
• Manage tender processes for subcontractors and services.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers and stakeholders.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organisational skills

Stakeholder management

Project coordination

Education

MCIPS / procurement qualifications

Construction-related diploma or degree

Job description

MEP Procurement Manager

Are you a strong communicator who can build relationships, influence stakeholders, and keep complex projects moving? Do you thrive in fast‑paced environments where organisation, problem‑solving, and people skills matter more than technical knowledge? Then Crown House Technologies is the perfect place for you!

We're looking for a Procurement Manager to support major projects within Laing O'Rourke. You do not need MEP experience or to be a subject matter expert; we can teach you the technical elements. What we do need is someone who can drive processes, challenge when needed, and keep procurement activity organised, structured, and on track. This role can be based at any one of our offices in Manchester, Dartford, Worksop or Oldbury. If you join us you'll be a valued member of an industry‑leading team, with access to exciting projects and opportunities for long‑term career progression.

Key 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

This Is a Role For Someone Who Can

• Lead conversations with suppliers and internal teams
• Enforce processes and ensure standards are followed
• Run meetings across different projects and keep actions moving
• Challenge stakeholders where needed, with confidence and professionalism
• Manage tenders, documentation, and procurement information clearly and on time
• Build strong working relationships at all levels
• Bring structure, organisation, and pace to busy projects

You Don’t Need to Be a Technical Expert — But You DO Need

• Excellent communication skills (verbal & written)
• Confidence to challenge, influence and drive outcomes
• Strong organisational skills and the ability to manage multiple workstreams
• Experience running meetings, managing stakeholders or working across busy project environments
• Ability to follow structure, apply processes and keep detailed information organised
• A people‑first mindset with professionalism, integrity, and ownership

MEP experience is helpful, but not essential. Transferable skills such as project coordination, estimating, commercial support, stakeholder management, or operations are valued.

Desirable Qualifications (Not Essential)

• MCIPS / procurement qualifications
• Construction‑related diploma or degree

About Us

Crown House Technologies is part of the Laing O'Rourke Group, a leading construction and infrastructure technology services provider. We supply a complete Building Services package and are involved in the UK's largest mechanical, electrical & public health manufacturing facility.

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we support applicants with disabilities through an offered‑interview scheme for eligible candidates. We want to ensure our recruitment process is accessible to all. If you need an alternative application format or more information about our recruitment process, please email [e-mail].