Construction Category Manager

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This role will be home-based with visits to client sites (mainly based in the South).The RoleAs a Construction Sourcing Specialist, you'll be at the heart of delivering complex sourcing projects across the construction category, working with Government Departments, Local Authorities, and Public Sector Agencies. You'll act as a trusted advisor, driving commercial value, regulatory compliance, and innovative procurement strategies.This is a client-facing, hybrid role where you'll collaborate with internal teams—including legal, commercial, and operations—to deliver best-in-class procurement services that align with client goals.Key ResponsibilitiesLead high-value, complex construction procurement projectsAdvise on routes to market, contracting models (JCT, NEC), and tendering strategiesConduct market research and supplier analysis to inform sourcing decisionsBuild strong relationships with senior stakeholders and key suppliersNegotiate favourable commercial terms, ensuring best practice and complianceSupport delivery of social value and sustainability objectives through procurementCollaborate with internal teams across legal, finance, operations, and implementationWhat we are looking forSolid understanding of the construction industry - e.g. Quantity Surveyor, PM, EA or CA backgroundFamiliar with standard forms of building contracts (particularly JCT)Knowledge of Public Contracts Regulations 2015 and the Procurement Act 2023Strong stakeholder engagement, negotiation and supplier management skillsPassion for delivering value, innovation, and continuous improvementSkills and experienceEducated to degree levelExperience working with or within public sector Contracting AuthoritiesMCIPS, RICS or relevant professional qualification (desirable)About ConstelliaConstellia - Neutral Vendor solutions for Goods, Services, Technology and Works. Established in 2007, Constellia is one of Britain's fastest-growing private companies and a leading Neutral Vendor Managed Service Provider in the UK. We manage over £300 million of spend across 200+ public and private sector organisations. We are also the UK's only neutral vendor, enabling public sector and utility clients access to the procurement of goods, works, services, and technology #J-18808-Ljbffr
Location:
Guildford, England, United Kingdom
Job Type:
FullTime

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