Overview

Procurement Manager
This Project & Programme Services team is delivering some of the most important infrastructure programmes across the UK and internationally. With a diverse portfolio of projects in motion at any given time, the environment offers professionals the opportunity to shape their careers in line with their interests and long-term goals.

Collaboration is central to how the team operates. Colleagues are supportive and invested in each other's success, creating an environment where knowledge-sharing and professional development are embedded in the culture.

The organisation promotes flexible, modern working practices, including remote options and policies that support personal priorities. As part of their international footprint, this role will involve fully expensed fortnightly travel to Ireland, providing regular opportunities for direct client engagement and cross-border collaboration.

The Opportunity

They are currently seeking a Procurement Manager to support growth across infrastructure and transportation programmes. This is a key opportunity to be part of a team known for delivering high-quality outcomes in complex and fast-moving environments.

Working with clients across the public and private sectors, the Procurement Manager will play a central role in shaping and executing procurement strategies, supporting major projects and programmes that make a lasting impact on communities and future generations.

Key Responsibilities

• Advise clients on procurement and commercial strategies , either as standalone advice or part of a wider business case.
• Plan, develop, and manage procurement activities for a range of works, goods, and services contracts.
• Develop tender and enquiry packs, manage evaluation plans, and support contract award processes.
• Engage with the market, supply chains, and stakeholders to develop tailored procurement solutions.
• Support collaborative procurement models including Alliances, ECI, and Partnering frameworks.
• Operate within public sector regulations including PCR, UCR, DSPCR and their post-Brexit equivalents.
• Draft and analyse key documents, support procurement governance, and contribute to strategic decisions.
• Collaborate with legal, finance, engineering, and delivery teams across all stages of the procurement lifecycle.

About You

Essential:

• Degree qualified, ideally working towards or holding MRICS, MCIPS, MCIOB or equivalent.
• Demonstrable procurement experience on major or complex programmes in infrastructure, construction, engineering, or related sectors.
• Familiarity with NEC, JCT, and/or FIDIC contracts.
• Proven ability to deliver cost analyses, benchmarking, and strategic market insights.
• Strong communication, stakeholder management, and document drafting skills.
• Experience within client-focused environments, working closely with consultants, contractors, and supply chains.

Desirable:

• Experience with early market engagement, category management, or supply-chain mapping.
• Knowledge of eSourcing or eEvaluation systems, and development of commercial governance procedures.
• Familiarity with public procurement in Competitive Dialogue/Negotiation settings.
• Exposure to commercial management, risk/opportunity management, or project financing.
• A track record of contributing to or leading business development activities in a procurement setting.

Why Join Them?

This is more than a procurement role , it's a chance to be part of shaping infrastructure that matters. With the backing of a collaborative team, access to industry-leading projects, and a strong emphasis on personal development, this opportunity offers both challenge and reward in equal measure