Associate Director - Procurement at Turner & Townsend in Edinburgh, United Kingdom | Kablio

Role

Description

procurement

bid management

client relations

team leadership

service development

business development

Lead and support business development and marketing of the Contract Services team’s service proposition.
Engage on and influence large scale flagship projects,
Lead and support the development of the procurement services provided by Turner & Townsend.
Provide specialist procurement strategy advice to Public and Private sector clients.
Lead and develop an outstanding team of specialist procurement and other consultants.
Lead and develop a team to achieve successful outcomes for our clients.
Create new and innovative service offerings to the Market,
Leading strategic major procurement projects or programmes for Public and Private sector clients.
Managing client relationships and related commission outputs and deliverables.
Lead and manage end to end procurement services on major projects or programmes.
Support the delivery of both team and wider business targets.
Lead on bid preparation and proposal documentation and support the work winning capability of the contract services division.

Requirements

mcips

degree

security clearance

nec

public procurement

tendering

Able to build strong, professional client relationships and proactively identify and resolve client’s issues.
Ability to lead and develop key strategies and documentation for major procurement projects that complies with Public Sector Regulations or equivalent.
Able to manage work/business development/career development activities.
Encouraging and empathetic whilst also fair and consistent when supporting individuals.
Excellent attention to detail.
Have achieved, working towards or willing to work towards MCIPs accreditation.
Preferably possess degree related to construction, civil engineering, quantity surveying, law or procurement.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage a wide range of stakeholders and develop ongoing relationships
Adaptable and taking personal responsibility to succeed.
Able to develop Supplier Relationship Management strategies and activities.
Cross sector experience with a strong public procurement background is highly desirable,
Collaborative and with the ability to develop/manage a team and individuals efficiently to achieve desired outcomes.
Preferably possess experience working in Defence, Utilities, Infrastructure (roads, rail etc) sectors
Able to develop Supply Chain Intelligence strategies and analysis.
Experience of developing and using various forms of contracts with particular focus on NEC and JCT.
Confident, independent and trustworthy, able to influence individuals at all levels.
Experience in and/or knowledge of regulated procurement, in particular Public Contract Regulations 2015 with an awareness of the Green Paper and potential changes to the public procurement regime.
A strong background in tender preparation, development and management ideally including negotiation.
(SC) Security Clearance – currently valid or could be reinstated
Excellent communication skills, adaptable, with a determination to succeed.
Able to develop supplier evaluation and commercial principles and modelling strategies.
Able to manage and supervise the delivery of others for a successful outcome.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1946 Established

Year Founded

Marks the beginning of the company's operations.

£1.2B Turnover

Global Turnover in 2023

Significant financial growth compared to the previous year.

64% Real Estate

Revenue Breakdown

The majority share of revenue comes from the real estate sector.

37% Net Revenue

Net Revenue Growth

Net revenue increased significantly in 2023.

Operates across various sectors, including real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources, providing comprehensive services such as construction consultancy, asset and facilities management, and environmental consultancy.
Expertise spans advisory, cost and commercial management, digital solutions, and program management, enabling them to handle complex capital projects and drive transformative change for their clients.
With over 10,000 employees in 48 countries, the company leverages local knowledge and global expertise to deliver tailored solutions for each project.

Culture + Values

89%

Employee Pride

A strong majority of employees feel proud to be part of the organization.

7.9/10

Employee Engagement

Reflects a solid level of engagement among employees, based on internal surveys.

Loves a challenge: Tackles complex projects and overcomes challenges.
Stronger together: Teamwork and collaboration drive exceptional results.
Bring out the best: Develops and empowers employees to reach their full potential.

Environment + Sustainability

90% GHG Reduction

Net-Zero Commitment

Aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040 as part of their net-zero strategy.

80% Supply Chain Emissions

Sustainability Focus

80% of their emissions come from the supply chain, targeting a 170,643 tCO2E reduction by 2030.

170k+ CO2 Reduction

Ambitious Climate Target

Seeks to reduce 170,643 tCO2E from the supply chain by 2030.

2017 Global Compact Member

Sustainable Development Leader

Joined the United Nations Global Compact in 2017, aligning with sustainable development goals.

Uses the TCFD framework to manage climate risks and opportunities.
Sustainability is embedded into major projects and programs.
Focuses on making assets resilient to climate change through sustainable procurement strategies.
Aligns environmental policy with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Strives for transparency in measuring and monitoring performance.
Provides ESG services to help clients achieve net-zero.

Inclusion & Diversity

33.7% Female

Global Representation

The company has 33.7% female colleagues globally.

8.6 Global Score

Acceptance Factor

Employees rate acceptance of all backgrounds at 8.6/10 globally.

40% Target by 2025

Gender Diversity Goal

Aim to achieve 40% female representation globally by 2025.

81% Survey Rate

Engagement Feedback

81% of employees participate in quarterly inclusion surveys.

An environment where diverse perspectives are acknowledged and celebrated, enabling individuals from various backgrounds to thrive.
A comprehensive diversity and inclusion roadmap was initiated in 2018.
A diversity base-lining initiative was implemented to better understand workforce makeup and identify areas for improvement.
Diverse perspectives are seen as crucial for driving innovative and creative solutions to transform performance in a green, inclusive, and productive world.
Reverse mentoring programs facilitates discussions between employee network groups and senior management to address inclusivity barriers.
Quarterly anonymous employee engagement surveys gather feedback on engagement drivers, including D&I.
A supplier diversity program encourages the use of diverse firms, including minority-owned, women-owned, and other underrepresented businesses, promoting vendor competition, competitive advantage, and positive economic impact on local communities.

Articles

Spotlight on Inclusivity

Carbon Reduction Plan 2023

Our Story

Role

Description

procurement

bid management

client relations

team leadership

service development

business development

Lead and support business development and marketing of the Contract Services team’s service proposition.
Engage on and influence large scale flagship projects,
Lead and support the development of the procurement services provided by Turner & Townsend.
Provide specialist procurement strategy advice to Public and Private sector clients.
Lead and develop an outstanding team of specialist procurement and other consultants.
Lead and develop a team to achieve successful outcomes for our clients.
Create new and innovative service offerings to the Market,
Leading strategic major procurement projects or programmes for Public and Private sector clients.
Managing client relationships and related commission outputs and deliverables.
Lead and manage end to end procurement services on major projects or programmes.
Support the delivery of both team and wider business targets.
Lead on bid preparation and proposal documentation and support the work winning capability of the contract services division.

Requirements

mcips

degree

security clearance

nec

public procurement

tendering

Able to build strong, professional client relationships and proactively identify and resolve client’s issues.
Ability to lead and develop key strategies and documentation for major procurement projects that complies with Public Sector Regulations or equivalent.
Able to manage work/business development/career development activities.
Encouraging and empathetic whilst also fair and consistent when supporting individuals.
Excellent attention to detail.
Have achieved, working towards or willing to work towards MCIPs accreditation.
Preferably possess degree related to construction, civil engineering, quantity surveying, law or procurement.
Excellent interpersonal skills with the ability to manage a wide range of stakeholders and develop ongoing relationships
Adaptable and taking personal responsibility to succeed.
Able to develop Supplier Relationship Management strategies and activities.
Cross sector experience with a strong public procurement background is highly desirable,
Collaborative and with the ability to develop/manage a team and individuals efficiently to achieve desired outcomes.
Preferably possess experience working in Defence, Utilities, Infrastructure (roads, rail etc) sectors
Able to develop Supply Chain Intelligence strategies and analysis.
Experience of developing and using various forms of contracts with particular focus on NEC and JCT.
Confident, independent and trustworthy, able to influence individuals at all levels.
Experience in and/or knowledge of regulated procurement, in particular Public Contract Regulations 2015 with an awareness of the Green Paper and potential changes to the public procurement regime.
A strong background in tender preparation, development and management ideally including negotiation.
(SC) Security Clearance – currently valid or could be reinstated
Excellent communication skills, adaptable, with a determination to succeed.
Able to develop supplier evaluation and commercial principles and modelling strategies.
Able to manage and supervise the delivery of others for a successful outcome.

Benefits

Information not given or found

Training + Development

Information not given or found

Interview process

Information not given or found

Visa Sponsorship

Information not given or found

Security clearance

Information not given or found

Company

Overview

1946 Established

Year Founded

Marks the beginning of the company's operations.

£1.2B Turnover

Global Turnover in 2023

Significant financial growth compared to the previous year.

64% Real Estate

Revenue Breakdown

The majority share of revenue comes from the real estate sector.

37% Net Revenue

Net Revenue Growth

Net revenue increased significantly in 2023.

Operates across various sectors, including real estate, infrastructure, and natural resources, providing comprehensive services such as construction consultancy, asset and facilities management, and environmental consultancy.
Expertise spans advisory, cost and commercial management, digital solutions, and program management, enabling them to handle complex capital projects and drive transformative change for their clients.
With over 10,000 employees in 48 countries, the company leverages local knowledge and global expertise to deliver tailored solutions for each project.

Culture + Values

89%

Employee Pride

A strong majority of employees feel proud to be part of the organization.

7.9/10

Employee Engagement

Reflects a solid level of engagement among employees, based on internal surveys.

Loves a challenge: Tackles complex projects and overcomes challenges.
Stronger together: Teamwork and collaboration drive exceptional results.
Bring out the best: Develops and empowers employees to reach their full potential.

Environment + Sustainability

90% GHG Reduction

Net-Zero Commitment

Aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 90% by 2040 as part of their net-zero strategy.

80% Supply Chain Emissions

Sustainability Focus

80% of their emissions come from the supply chain, targeting a 170,643 tCO2E reduction by 2030.

170k+ CO2 Reduction

Ambitious Climate Target

Seeks to reduce 170,643 tCO2E from the supply chain by 2030.

2017 Global Compact Member

Sustainable Development Leader

Joined the United Nations Global Compact in 2017, aligning with sustainable development goals.

Uses the TCFD framework to manage climate risks and opportunities.
Sustainability is embedded into major projects and programs.
Focuses on making assets resilient to climate change through sustainable procurement strategies.
Aligns environmental policy with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Strives for transparency in measuring and monitoring performance.
Provides ESG services to help clients achieve net-zero.

Inclusion & Diversity

33.7% Female

Global Representation

The company has 33.7% female colleagues globally.

8.6 Global Score

Acceptance Factor

Employees rate acceptance of all backgrounds at 8.6/10 globally.

40% Target by 2025

Gender Diversity Goal

Aim to achieve 40% female representation globally by 2025.

81% Survey Rate

Engagement Feedback

81% of employees participate in quarterly inclusion surveys.

An environment where diverse perspectives are acknowledged and celebrated, enabling individuals from various backgrounds to thrive.
A comprehensive diversity and inclusion roadmap was initiated in 2018.
A diversity base-lining initiative was implemented to better understand workforce makeup and identify areas for improvement.
Diverse perspectives are seen as crucial for driving innovative and creative solutions to transform performance in a green, inclusive, and productive world.
Reverse mentoring programs facilitates discussions between employee network groups and senior management to address inclusivity barriers.
Quarterly anonymous employee engagement surveys gather feedback on engagement drivers, including D&I.
A supplier diversity program encourages the use of diverse firms, including minority-owned, women-owned, and other underrepresented businesses, promoting vendor competition, competitive advantage, and positive economic impact on local communities.

Articles

Spotlight on Inclusivity

Carbon Reduction Plan 2023

Our Story