Procurement Manager - Infrastructure

1st Executive; Ipswich; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consultancy in the construction sector is seeking a Procurement Manager. The role involves supporting major civil infrastructure projects, developing leadership skills, and managing procurement processes while fostering client relationships. This position offers tailored development opportunities within a collaborative and inclusive environment.

Benefits

Tailored development opportunities

Supportive work environment

Commitment to career development

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Qualifications

• 5+ years' experience leading large-scale civil infrastructure projects.
• Strong understanding of public sector procurement and delivery models.
• Confident in managing multiple projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Take ownership of project procurement from market engagement to contract award.
• Manage complex stakeholder environments to support business growth.
• Mentor junior team members and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Analytical

Problem-solving

Presentation

Market engagement

Supplier analysis

Commercial risk assessment

Education

MRICS

MCIPS

Tools

NEC contracts

FIDIC contracts

Job description

Our client, an independent construction and property consultancy, committed to delivering a world-class service to their clients is looking for a Procurement Manager to join one of their key programmes.

About the Role:
* Supporting major civil infrastructure programmes, shaping the economy and the built environment.
* Working within multi-sector teams on a high-profile project
* Opportunity to develop leadership skills and play a key role in project delivery and team development.
* Looking for someone with a client-focused mindset and confidence in managing complex stakeholder environments who can contribute to business growth through relationship building, supporting work winning, and mentoring junior team members; take ownership of project procurement from market engagement to contract award, ensuring alignment with client objectives and compliance with Public Contracts Regulations.

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise Required:
* Ideally MRICS, MCIPS, or equivalent professional chartership.
* 5+ years' experience leading multiple procurements of large-scale civil infrastructure or construction projects.
* Strong understanding of public sector procurement, delivery models, routes to market, and contract strategies.
* Familiarity with standard form contracts including NEC and FIDIC.
* Skilled in market engagement, supplier analysis, and commercial risk assessment.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, and presentation skills.
* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and deliver to tight deadlines and budgets.
* Confident in delegating effectively, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
* Client-focused approach, dedicated to building strong relationships and exceeding expectations.

Company Culture & Values:
* Collaborative, innovative, and supportive work environment.
* Tailored development opportunities. Strong commitment to career development, lifelong learning, and professional growth.
* Active champion of social mobility, diversity, equity, and inclusion, with initiatives designed to create an inclusive and supportive culture.
* Clear focus on ESG commitments.

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