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Senior Procurement Manager

Laing O'Rourke

The Role

Overview

Lead procurement strategy and sub‑contract management for justice construction projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • team support
  • supplier management
  • procurement process
  • market intelligence
  • management reporting
  • procurement strategy

Tasks

-To support a team of procurement professionals, including training & development; staff appraisals; retention & reward; and recruitment to provide an effective procurement service for the project. -Develop professional, robust and effective working relationships with suppliers, sub-contractors and service providers, who will provide best value to the project. -To be responsible and accountable for the procurement process of subcontractors, materials, plant and services, in accordance with the project procurement strategy and project commitments. -To provide market intelligence / cost advice / supply chain performance management and feedback -To be accountable for the provision of management information and reports in accordance with project requirements. -Delivering robust procurement strategies.

Requirements

  • procurement
  • construction
  • resource management
  • decision making
  • negotiation
  • communication

What You Bring

-Has delivered demonstrable added value through their procurement activity. -Experience of working within the construction industry or similar and demonstrated knowledge of the interfaces and relationships that exist. -Demonstrates the ability to manage, plan and structure operational procurement resources of mixed experience and capability. -A measured approach to decision making and the ability to ensure best value procurement. -Negotiation skills -Good communication skills (verbal & written).

The Company

About Laing O'Rourke

-Delivering complex, large-scale projects across a variety of sectors. -Combining traditional construction with modern, innovative engineering methods. -Serving clients worldwide in sectors such as infrastructure, buildings, transport, and utilities. -Recognized for high-profile projects like Crossrail in London and the London 2012 Olympics. -Utilizing digital construction technology for enhanced efficiencies and quality. -Exerting expertise across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors. -Bridging the gap between engineering and design in notable projects. -Shaping the future of global infrastructure through a diverse portfolio.

Sector Specialisms

Infrastructure

Rail

Defence

Energy

Utilities

Buildings

Residential

Commercial

Industrial

Transport

Water Resources

Heavy Civil

Marine

Solar

Wind

Nuclear

Security Clearance

-security screening will be performed due to project sensitivity.