Procurement Manager
Location: London, UK (with involvement in a major Data Centre project in Norway)
Salary: £80k - £100k + package
About the Company
Our client is a well-established construction consultancy delivering complex capital projects across Europe, with a strong focus on the fast-growing data centre sector. They are recognised for their commercial and procurement expertise and work with some of the world’s largest technology organisations to deliver mission-critical infrastructure.
Opportunity
Our client is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join their London office, supporting the delivery of a major data centre development in Norway. This role will take ownership of the procurement strategy across multiple project phases, including pre-planning, LLE/OFCI procurement, and construction/contractor procurement.
This is a key position within the project team, responsible for developing procurement strategies, managing tender processes, and ensuring that all procurement activities align with project timelines, budgets, and client expectations.
Key Responsibilities
* Lead procurement strategy and delivery across all phases of the project lifecycle
* Manage Pre-Planning procurement, including early contractor and consultant engagement
* Lead LLE (Long Lead Equipment) and OFCI (Owner Furnished Contractor Installed) procurement packages
* Manage procurement of construction contractors and key subcontract packages
* Prepare and manage tender documentation, RFPs, and evaluation processes
* Conduct commercial negotiations and contract awards with suppliers and contractors
* Work closely with project management, commercial, and technical teams to align procurement with project delivery
* Monitor market conditions and supplier performance to mitigate project risk
* Ensure procurement activities comply with project governance and client requirements
* Provide regular procurement reporting to internal and client stakeholders
Key Requirements
* Proven experience in procurement within construction, infrastructure, or mission-critical projects
* Experience working on data centre projects or other complex large-scale developments is highly desirable
* Strong understanding of construction procurement strategies and contract management
* Experience managing LLE/OFCI procurement packages
* Strong commercial awareness and negotiation skills
* Ability to manage multiple procurement packages simultaneously
* Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
* Experience working in international project environments is beneficia