Procurement Specialist - Construction

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Career Choices Dewis Gyrfa Ltd in Liverpool is seeking a Procurement Specialist on a temporary basis to support Capital Projects tenders. This 3-month contract may extend for another 3 months.

You will lead tender exercises for construction, capital works and infrastructure, ensuring best value and PA23 compliance. Working with senior stakeholders, you will manage procurement across works, estates and related services, provide commercial advice, and support contract management and supplier

Qualifications

• Experience in UK public sector procurement and capital projects.
• Knowledge of the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23) and related legislation.
• Experience managing complex procurement projects from strategy to award.

Responsibilities

• Lead tender exercises for construction, capital works, refurbishment and infrastructure.
• Ensure value for money and procurement best practice.
• Manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders and provide procurement advice.
• Support contract management activities and supplier performance reviews.

Skills

Procurement expertise

Stakeholder management

Contract management

Negotiation

PA23 compliance

Job description

£42,000 to £45,000 per year,3 month contract

Contract Type:

Contract

Hours:

Full time

Disability Confident:

No

Closing Date:

23/08/2026

About this job

Your new company A reputable public services organisation in Liverpool is seeking a driven and motivated Procurement Specialist to join their team on a temporary basis to support with their Capital Projects tenders.

They are looking for support for an initial 3 month period with the view to extend an additional 3 months thereafter.

Your new role As the Procurement Specialist, you will be the category expert when it comes to Capital Projects / Works spend across the organisation.

You will lead tender exercises for exciting new construction projects and strive to deliver optimal value for money and procurement best practice.

Working closely with senior stakeholders, you will lead and support procurement exercises across construction, capital works, refurbishment, infrastructure and associated services, ensuring compliance with PA23 and relevant legislation.

You will manage relationships with key stakeholders both internally and externally, and will provide commercial and procurement advice to them.

You will support contract management activities and supplier performance reviews.

What you'll need to succeed Previous experience working within a UK public sector procurement environment.

Proven track record procuring within Works, Construction, Capital Projects, Infrastructure or Estates-related categories.

Strong knowledge and practical application of the Procurement Act 2023 (PA23). Experience managing complex procurement projects from strategy through to contract award.

Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

What you'll get in return Pay rate equivalent to £42-44K per annum (£22.50-
25.22 per hour). Opportunity to work on high-profile capital projects that make a tangible impact on local communities.

Collaborative and supportive working environment.

Liverpool-based role, with hybrid working - 3 days in the office 3-6 month contract with an immediate requirement for support.