Procurement Manager

Carmichael UK; England; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading joint venture company is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join the HS2 project team in Buckinghamshire. This position involves developing procurement strategies, managing tendering processes, and ensuring compliance with governance. The ideal candidate will have a degree in a relevant field and experience in large-scale civil engineering projects. Strong negotiation skills and an understanding of NEC contract frameworks are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Procurement Manager on large-scale civil engineering or infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of NEC contract frameworks and public sector procurement processes.
• Ability to manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for civil engineering packages.
• Manage the tendering process and ensure compliance with governance requirements.
• Build strong supplier relationships and monitor supply chain performance.
• Support contract negotiations and risk management.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Supplier relationship management

Education

Degree in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Quantity Surveying, or Business

Tools

Oracle

SAP

MS Office

Job description

CarmichaelUK are recruiting for an experienced Procurement Manager to join one of the leading joint ventures delivering the HS2 project in Buckinghamshire.

This is a fantastic opportunity to work on one of the UK s largest and most complex infrastructure schemes, taking a lead role in the procurement and supply chain management of major civil engineering works including earthworks, structures, and environmental packages.

You ll be joining a dynamic, collaborative commercial and supply chain team, helping to ensure best value, compliance, and efficiency across a wide range of high-value contracts.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for key civil engineering and infrastructure packages

• Manage the tendering process, including prequalification, tender evaluation, and contract award

• Ensure all procurement activities comply with JV and HS2 governance requirements

• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships and monitor supply chain performance

• Support contract negotiations, risk management, and value engineering initiatives

• Work closely with commercial, engineering, and planning teams to align procurement with project delivery

• Monitor market conditions and identify opportunities for innovation and cost efficiency

• Ensure accurate and timely reporting on procurement progress and spend

About You

• Degree or equivalent qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Quantity Surveying, or Business

• Demonstrable experience as a Procurement Manager on large-scale civil engineering or infrastructure projects

• Strong understanding of NEC contract frameworks and public sector procurement processes

• Excellent negotiation, analytical, and communication skills

• Proven ability to manage multiple workstreams and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment

• CIPS qualification (desirable)

• Proficient in MS Office and procurement systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP, or similar)