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Senior Procurement Manager (Letchmore)

Laing O'Rourke

The Role

Overview

Lead end-to-end sub-contract tendering and procurement for power substations.

Key Responsibilities

  • tender management
  • contract negotiation
  • procurement strategy
  • supplier management
  • performance monitoring
  • compliance

Tasks

-Lead and manage the end-to-end tendering process for sub-contract services, including issuing and reviewing Requests for Proposals (RFPs), evaluating bids, and recommending the best-suited sub-contractors. -Provide regular reports on procurement activities, tender outcomes, and performance metrics to senior management. -Negotiate contracts and terms with selected sub-contractors, ensuring cost-effectiveness, quality, and compliance with project requirements. -Coordinate with project managers to identify project needs, specifications, and scope to ensure the preparation of accurate tender documents. -Develop detailed procurement strategies, ensuring all sub-contractors are selected through a fair, transparent, and compliant tendering process. -Maintain and manage relationships with existing sub-contractors, and explore new opportunities by identifying potential suppliers and contractors through market research. -Monitor sub-contractor performance, ensuring that work is delivered on time, within budget, and meets the required quality standards. -Ensure all procurement activities comply with company policies, legal regulations, and industry standards.

Requirements

  • tendering
  • procurement
  • contract law
  • negotiation
  • analytical
  • qualifications

What You Bring

-Proven experience in managing the tendering process for sub-contract services or similar procurement roles. -Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. -Experience in reviewing, evaluating, and negotiating contracts and tenders. -Ability to manage multiple tenders and sub-contractors while adhering to project deadlines and budgets. -Strong analytical skills with attention to detail and a strategic mindset. -Relevant qualifications in procurement, supply chain management, or business administration are desirable. -Strong knowledge of tendering procedures, contract law, and procurement regulations.

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