Procurement Engineer

Almuftah Group; Qatar; On-site; QAR 180,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Almuftah Group is seeking a Procurement Engineer – Civil & MEP to manage procurement for Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing and MEP works in Qatar. You will coordinate with Project, Estimation, Engineering, Planning, Commercial, Finance, Stores and QA/QC teams and with suppliers and subcontractors.

The role requires reviewing drawings and BOQs, issuing RFQs, evaluating quotes, and preparing procurement recommendations while ensuring timely delivery at competitive prices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 3–7 years procurement experience in construction/contracting, focusing on Civil and MEP works.
• Experience procuring construction materials, MEP equipment, and subcontract services.
• Knowledge of Qatar/GCC material markets preferred.
• Familiarity with BOQs, specs, and approvals.
• ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP; MS Office proficiency.
• Qatar driving licence is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Review BOQs, specs, drawings and project requirements to identify procurement needs.
• Prepare and issue RFQs/RFPs to suppliers and subcontractors.
• Obtain and evaluate technical and commercial quotations.
• Prepare technical & commercial comparisons and procurement recommendations.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules and warranties.
• Process POs, LPOs and Subcontract Agreements as applicable.
• Ensure procurement aligns with project schedules and delivery dates.
• Coordinate with Engineering/Project teams for compliance with specs.
• Coordinate with suppliers for approvals, samples, and documents.
• Track manufacturing, inspection, dispatch and delivery; provide status reports.
• Maintain supplier database; identify cost-effective alternatives.
• Ensure procurement follows budgets, company procedures, and approvals.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Analytical ability

Planning and organization

Attention to detail

Working under pressure

Team coordination

Stakeholder management

Integrity and confidentiality

Follow-up and tracking

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering

Tools

Oracle

SAP

Job description

The Procurement Engineer – Civil & MEP is responsible for managing the procurement of construction materials, equipment, subcontract services, and technical requirements for Civil, Mechanical, Electrical, HVAC, Plumbing, and MEP works. The role ensures timely procurement at competitive prices while meeting approved specifications, project schedules, quality standards, and contractual requirements.

The position will coordinate closely with Project, Estimation, Engineering, Planning, Commercial, Finance, Stores, and QA/QC teams, as well as suppliers and subcontractors.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Review approved BOQs, specifications, drawings, material submittals, and project requirements to identify procurement requirements.
• Prepare and issue RFQs/RFPs to approved and potential suppliers/subcontractors.
• Obtain, evaluate, and compare technical and commercial quotations.
• Prepare Technical & Commercial Comparison (T&C) and procurement recommendations for approval.
• Negotiate prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and other commercial conditions.
• Prepare and process Purchase Requisitions, Purchase Orders, LPOs, and Subcontract Agreements as applicable.
• Ensure procurement activities are aligned with project procurement schedules and required delivery dates.
• Coordinate with Engineering/Project teams to ensure materials comply with approved specifications and applicable standards.
• Coordinate with suppliers for material approvals, technical submissions, samples, drawings, and compliance documents.
• Follow up with suppliers/subcontractors for manufacturing, inspection, dispatch, and delivery.
• Monitor procurement status and provide regular Procurement Status Reports / Expediting Reports.
• Coordinate with Stores and Project teams for material receiving, inspection, and documentation.
• Identify alternative materials, suppliers, and cost-effective solutions without compromising quality or project requirements.
• Maintain an updated database of suppliers, subcontractors, prices, lead times, and procurement history.
• Ensure procurement is carried out in accordance with company procedures, approved budgets, and delegated authority.

Accountabilities

• Timely procurement: Ensure required materials and services are procured and delivered in line with project schedules.
• Cost control: Achieve competitive pricing and support project cost and margin objectives.
• Quality compliance: Ensure purchased materials and equipment meet approved specifications, standards, and project requirements.
• Supplier performance: Monitor supplier/subcontractor delivery, quality, responsiveness, and contractual compliance.
• Procurement documentation: Maintain complete and accurate RFQs, quotations, comparisons, approvals, POs, delivery records, and related documentation.
• Expediting: Proactively identify and resolve procurement and delivery delays.
• Budget compliance: Ensure procurement commitments remain within approved project budgets and purchase approvals.
• Compliance: Follow company procurement procedures and applicable Qatar/client requirements.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Mechanical, Electrical Engineering, or related Engineering discipline.
• 3–7 years of procurement experience in construction/contracting, preferably covering Civil and MEP works.
• Experience in procurement of construction materials, MEP equipment, specialist services, and subcontract works.
• Knowledge of suppliers and construction material markets in Qatar/GCC is preferred.
• Good understanding of BOQs, specifications, drawings, material approvals, and construction requirements.
• Experience with ERP/procurement systems such as Oracle, SAP, or equivalent is preferred.
• Good knowledge of MS Excel, Word, and other MS Office applications.
• Valid Qatar driving licence is an advantage

Technical Competencies

• Civil & MEP material knowledge
• Procurement and subcontracting processes
• BOQ and specification review
• Supplier evaluation and sourcing
• Cost comparison and negotiation
• Procurement planning and expediting
• Contract and commercial awareness
• Quality and specification compliance
• ERP / procurement systems

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong negotiation and communication skills
• Analytical and problem-solving ability
• Planning and organizational skills
• Commercial awareness
• Attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines
• Teamwork and coordination
• Proactive approach to resolving issues
• Integrity and confidentiality
• Strong follow-up and stakeholder management skills

Other Responsibilities

• Support the Estimation/Tendering team with supplier budgetary quotations and market rate information.
• Assist in identifying approved/local suppliers and developing new sources of supply.
• Support project teams in resolving material availability and technical procurement issues.
• Participate in supplier/subcontractor negotiations and performance evaluations.
• Maintain confidentiality of company pricing, supplier information, and commercial data.
• Support audits and provide procurement records as required.
• Perform other procurement-related duties assigned by management.