UCC Holding

Procurement Engineer

Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaPosted today

Salary
AED 12k–18k a month· est.
Job type
Full time
Level
Senior
Field
Construction & Engineering
Work mode
On site

About the role

Job Summary: We are seeking an experienced Procurement Engineer to manage the procurement of materials, equipment, and subcontract packages for large-scale construction projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for sourcing, supplier evaluation, technical and commercial bid analysis, contract negotiation, and ensuring timely delivery of materials in line with project schedules and budget requirements. Key Responsibilities: • Manage the procurement process for construction materials, equipment, and subcontract works. • Review project specifications, drawings, BOQs, and material requirements. • Prepare and issue RFQs/RFPs to approved vendors and subcontractors. • Conduct technical and commercial bid evaluations. • Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and contractual conditions. • Prepare comparison statements and procurement recommendations for management approval. • Coordinate with engineering, planning, commercial, and site teams to ensure procurement requirements are met. • Expedite the delivery of materials and equipment to meet project schedules. • Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong vendor relationships. • Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and project requirements. • Track procurement status and prepare periodic procurement reports. • Identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering and strategic sourcing. • Resolve supply chain and delivery issues that may impact project progress. • Support subcontractor prequalification and vendor registration activities. Requirements: • Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or architectural engineering. • Minimum 7-10 years of procurement experience in construction projects. • Experience with Tier-1 Main Contractors is preferred. • Strong knowledge of procurement procedures, contract administration, and supply chain management. • Experience procuring construction materials, MEP equipment, finishing materials, and subcontract packages. • Good understanding of technical specifications and construction methodologies. • Proficiency in ERP systems, SAP, Oracle, and MS Office applications. • Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in civil engineering or architectural engineering. Minimum 7-10 years of procurement experience in construction projects. Experience with Tier-1 Main Contractors is preferred. Strong knowledge of procurement procedures, contract administration, and supply chain management. Experience procuring construction materials, MEP equipment, finishing materials, and subcontract packages. Good understanding of technical specifications and construction methodologies. Proficiency in ERP systems, SAP, Oracle, and MS Office applications. Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

Manage the procurement process for construction materials, equipment, and subcontract works. Review project specifications, drawings, BOQs, and material requirements. Prepare and issue RFQs/RFPs to approved vendors and subcontractors. Conduct technical and commercial bid evaluations. Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, payment terms, and contractual conditions. Prepare comparison statements and procurement recommendations for management approval. Coordinate with engineering, planning, commercial, and site teams to ensure procurement requirements are met. Expedite the delivery of materials and equipment to meet project schedules. Monitor supplier performance and maintain strong vendor relationships. Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and project requirements. Track procurement status and prepare periodic procurement reports. Identify cost-saving opportunities through value engineering and strategic sourcing. Resolve supply chain and delivery issues that may impact project progress. Support subcontractor prequalification and vendor registration activities.

Skills

  • procurement
  • vendor management
  • RFQ
  • RFP
  • bid evaluation
  • contract negotiation
  • supply chain management
  • ERP systems
  • SAP
  • Oracle
  • MS Office
  • negotiation
  • planning coordination
  • material sourcing
  • vendor relationship management

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