Projects Procurement Specialist

• Lead the development, negotiation, and administration of high-value contracts, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory frameworks.
• Provide strategic guidance on FIDIC, NEC, JCT, and bespoke contract forms, ensuring robust risk mitigation strategies.
• Oversee the compliance of contractual documentation, including claims, variations, and dispute resolution processes.
• Ensure compliance with European public procurement directives, local regulations, and international best practices.
• Assist in the development and implementation of contract management policies and procedures to enhance operational efficiency and cost control

• Oversee and execute end-to-end procurement processes for technical goods, services, and large-scale construction projects.
• Assist in the development of procurement strategies that align with business objectives, focusing on value engineering and lifecycle cost analysis.
• Manage supplier pre-qualification, bid evaluation, and contract award processes in compliance with EU procurement rules.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to drive competitive pricing and supplier performance.
• Ensure ethical procurement practices, including sustainable sourcing and adherence to ISO 20400 Sustainable Procurement Standards.

• Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual and procurement risks throughout project lifecycles.
• Maintain compliance with international procurement regulations, including the European Public Procurement Directive (2014/24/EU).
• Manage contract claims, disputes, and litigation processes, liaising with legal teams as necessary.
• Assist in the development of internal governance frameworks for procurement and contract administration.

• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers, contractors, and internal stakeholders.
• Lead negotiations with vendors to ensure favourable commercial terms while maintaining service quality and delivery standards.
• Collaborate with procurement, finance, legal, and project teams to align procurement and contract strategies with broader business objectives.

• Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Quantity Surveying, Construction Law, Engineering, Business, or Procurement & Supply Chain Management.
• Professional certification from recognized institutions would be considered an asset:

• MRICS (Member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors) or FRICS (Fellow of RICS)
• MCIPS (Member of the Chartered Institute of Procurement & Supply) preferred.
• LLM in Construction Law or Procurement Law (considered as a strong asset).
• Minimum 10 years’ experience in contract management and technical procurement, ideally within infrastructure, construction, or large-scale engineering projects.
• Strong knowledge of FIDIC, NEC, JCT, and other international or bespoke contract frameworks.
• Experience working on projects subject to EU public procurement regulations.
• Proven expertise in dispute resolution, claims management, and contract negotiations.
• Proficiency in ERP procurement systems (Microsoft NAV, SAP, Oracle, or similar) and contract management tools.
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and leadership skills.

• Exceptional commercial acumen and contract risk management expertise.
• Strong leadership and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and manage multiple contracts concurrently.
• High-level strategic thinking and decision-making capabilities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.

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