Lead Procurement Manager, Building Envelope Projects

Laing O'Rourke group; United Kingdom; On-site; GBP 55,000 - GBP 75,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to join its Building Envelope team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in leading procurement for major projects, focusing on critical systems like walls, roofs, and windows. Strong estimating and commercial experience, along with understanding the building envelope supply chain, are essential. This position involves significant responsibility for outcomes, supplier management, and ensuring procurement best practices are followed.

Qualifications

• Experience managing high-value tenders and complex contracts.
• Ability to build strong collaborative relationships with suppliers.
• Proven track record in procurement leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities with full accountability for outcomes.
• Influence decisions through commercial and contractual expertise.
• Drive compliance and alignment with business objectives.
• Lead sourcing and selection of strategic supply chain partners.
• Prepare and evaluate high-value tender enquiries.

Skills

Strong procurement experience within construction or engineering

Building envelope/enclosure experience or understanding

Solid commercial and estimating background

Strong negotiation skills

Stakeholder management skills

Communication skills

Job description

A leading construction firm in the UK is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager to join its Building Envelope team. The successful candidate will play a critical role in leading procurement for major projects, focusing on critical systems like walls, roofs, and windows. Strong estimating and commercial experience, along with understanding the building envelope supply chain, are essential. This position involves significant responsibility for outcomes, supplier management, and ensuring procurement best practices are followed.