Procurement Managers - NEC - Major Projects - Premier Engineering Organisation - £55k-£75k + Exce...

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Job summary

A leading engineering firm in London seeks a Procurement Manager to develop procurement strategies and manage contracts within complex projects. This role offers a unique chance to influence strategy during a high-growth phase. Ideal candidates will have experience in procurement, particularly in construction or infrastructure, and be familiar with NEC contracts. The position allows for hybrid working, enhancing work-life balance.

Benefits

Exceptional benefits

Career progression opportunities

Qualifications

• Proven experience in procurement or contract management in complex environments.
• Exposure to construction or infrastructure sectors.
• Familiarity with NEC or NEC4 contract frameworks is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Craft and execute procurement strategies for project delivery.
• Manage contracts across complex capital projects.
• Build supplier relationships to align with organizational goals.
• Drive procurement activities focused on value creation and performance.
• Engage utility markets to improve procurement operations.
• Monitor supplier performance and ensure compliance.

Skills

Procurement strategy development

Contract management

Supplier relationship management

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Job Description

Procurement Manager - NEC - Major Projects – Premier Engineering Organisation – £65k–£75k + Exceptional Benefits – London (Hybrid Work Available)

For applications, reach out to Adam via [e-mail]

A top-tier engineering and infrastructure leader is undergoing a major business transformation and is actively expanding its commercial team. Multiple opportunities are now open for experienced procurement professionals to take on key roles across a diverse portfolio of strategic initiatives.

Operating across eight specialist areas—including Sustainability, Asset Management, Security, Transport Infrastructure, and Revenue-Focused Programs—this business offers a dynamic and varied project landscape.

This is a unique chance to step into a pivotal position during a high-growth phase, with the freedom to influence procurement strategy and enjoy clear pathways for career progression.

Key Responsibilities:

• Craft and execute progressive procurement strategies to enhance innovation and project delivery
• Support and lead post-award contract management across complex capital projects
• Build and nurture supplier relationships, ensuring alignment with long-term organisational goals
• Drive procurement activity across infrastructure portfolios, with a focus on value creation and performance
• Engage with utility markets to design and apply new commercial approaches within procurement operations
• Monitor and resolve supplier performance issues, embedding continuous improvement and regulatory compliance

Ideal Background:

• Proven experience in procurement or contract management within complex, multi-stakeholder environments
• Exposure to construction, infrastructure, or quantity surveying disciplines
• Familiarity with industry-standard contract frameworks such as NEC or NEC4 is advantageous
• Strong interpersonal skills and stakeholder engagement capability, especially within large or matrix-style organisations

Relevant Terms: Procurement, Infrastructure, Construction, Commercial Strategy, NEC Contracts, Quantity Surveying, Capital Projects, London, Hybrid Roles, Contract Management, Engineering Services