* Senior Procurement Manager - Category Manager - Construction and Engineering
* North London - Hybrid Working
About Our Client
The hiring organisation is a well-established business which is growing. It operates by focusing on delivering high-quality services and innovative solutions in the procurement and supply chain sector
Job Description
As a Procurement Manager/ Senior Category Manager - Construction & Engineering Services
* Lead end‑to‑end procurement activity: market engagement, sourcing strategy, tendering, evaluation, contracting and supplier management.
* Set construction category strategies aligned to our infrastructure plan and master schedule.
* Run robust supplier selections and negotiations, ensuring risks are identified and mitigated in contracts.
* Partner with PMs and QSs to structure procurement packages, lots and timelines.
* Source M&E services, civils, terminal refurbishments and specialist trades (including enabling works).
* Manage NEC, JCT and other standard‑form contracts and support commercial negotiations.
* Ensure contract governance: risk allocation, cost tracking, change control and programme management.
* Provide procurement input to feasibility, cost planning and gateway reviews.
* Monitor supplier KPIs to secure value for money, quality, safety and programme milestones.
* Advise ELT/SLT with market insights, risk analysis and options.
* Deliver clear reporting on procurement progress, commercial performance and supplier KPIs.
* Support head‑office functions with spend analytics and commercial insights.
The Successful Applicant
A successful Senior Procurement Specialist NEC Construction & Engineering Services professional should have:
* Strong knowledge end to end procurement's and must have experience of of NEC contracts and procurement processes within a complex environment.
* Proven experience managing end to end procurement for large construction and engineering projects.
* Extensive construction procurement experience, ideally in regulated/safety‑critical sectors (e.g., aviation, utilities, rail).
* Proven delivery of large‑scale capital projects with project teams, consultants and contractors.
* Strong knowledge of NEC/JCT and other construction contract models (e.g., framework agreements, design & build).
* Experience managing complex sourcing and contract performance frameworks.
* Excellent stakeholder skills with the ability to influence at ELT/SLT level.
* Strategic thinker with commercial acumen and strong negotiation capability.
* MCIPS qualified (or working towards).
What's on Offer
* Competitive salary + bonus
* Comprehensive benefits package to support your needs.
* Opportunity to work with a medium-sized company in the property industry.
* Role based in North London, offering a stable and permanent position.
* Chance to contribute to impactful construction and engineering projects.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career and excel in Procurement within Construction & Engineering Services, we encourage you to apply today
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