Procurement Manager

Castle Group Ventures, LLC; Plymouth; On-site; GBP 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to oversee procurement for large-scale engineering projects in the South West. The role includes managing a team, negotiating with suppliers, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. The ideal candidate will have a strong procurement background, particularly in regulated environments. A competitive salary of £65,000 - £75,000 along with additional benefits is offered.

Benefits

Car allowance

Company benefits package

Enhanced pension contribution

Opportunities for further progression

Qualifications

• Significant experience in procurement within the infrastructure or civil engineering sectors.
• Understanding of procurement frameworks and contract negotiation.
• Eligibility for UK security clearance.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategies across multiple projects.
• Manage subcontracts, plant, and materials procurement.
• Conduct supplier negotiations and manage compliance.

Skills

Procurement strategy execution

Supplier negotiations

Team management

Risk and compliance management

Market engagement

Education

MCIPS qualification or working towards

Job description

Procurement Manager – Infrastructure Projects

A leading infrastructure contractor is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to support large-scale infrastructure and civil engineering projects across the South West. This is a key leadership role within the procurement team, managing subcontracts, plant, and materials procurement while overseeing a small, capable team of four.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in infrastructure procurement, ideally with experience working in secure or regulated environments. This role offers excellent scope for progression and long-term project involvement, with a competitive salary and benefits package.

The Role

• Lead procurement strategies and execution across multiple infrastructure and construction packages.
• Take ownership of subcontract, plant, and materials procurement—from tender to final award.
• Work closely with delivery teams, commercial, and planning departments to ensure procurement aligns with programme and commercial goals.
• Lead a team of four direct reports, providing mentorship, guidance, and day‑to‑day support.
• Conduct supplier negotiations, manage risk and compliance, and drive value for money through strong market engagement.
• Ensure procurement activity meets legal and organisational compliance standards, including prequalification, vetting, and contract execution.
• Provide regular updates to the Head of Procurement and support broader procurement improvement initiatives.

Requirements

Essential

• Significant experience in procurement within the infrastructure or civil engineering sectors.
• Strong understanding of subcontractor, plant, and materials procurement.
• Experience managing or mentoring a team.
• Knowledge of procurement frameworks, supply chain management, and contract negotiation.
• Eligibility for UK security clearance (must have lived in the UK for the past 5 years).

Desirable

• Prior experience working in MOD-controlled or similarly regulated environments (e.g., nuclear, defence, or secure infrastructure).
• MCIPS qualified or working towards.
• Familiarity with NEC or similar contract types.

Package

• Salary: £65,000 – £75,000
• Car allowance
• Company benefits package
• Enhanced pension contribution
• Opportunities for further progression and development

Interested?

If you're a strategic procurement professional looking to step into a senior role on complex infrastructure projects, we'd love to speak with you. Apply now or contact us for a confidential discussion.