Procurement Manager

Dragados UK & Ireland is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to support the delivery of major healthcare construction projects.

Reporting into the Procurement Lead you will be responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process for subcontractors, suppliers, consultants, plant, materials, and associated services. You will work closely with Commercial, Engineering, Construction, and Project teams to develop procurement strategies, manage tendering activities, negotiate contracts, and ensure the timely and cost-effective delivery of project requirements.

This is an excellent opportunity for a procurement professional with experience in large-scale construction, infrastructure, or healthcare projects who is passionate about supply chain management, stakeholder engagement, and delivering value through strategic procurement.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manage and deliver procurement in compliance with Procurement Procedures; Works Information WI 700 and the project Procurement Management Plan.
• Lead and manage the performance of the procurement team by implementing SMART targets and drive continuous improvement.
• Coordinate and plan the effective and efficient procurement of subcontracts, sub-consultancies, materials, equipment and any associated services.
• Establish procurement best practice including category management and use of global suppliers if appropriate to enhance competitiveness.
• Procure at the most competitive rates, within agreed financial controls and in accordance with the agreed procedures.
• Establish and maintain the Tender Event Schedule which meets the requirements of WI700.
• Ensure that Providers' capability and competence are assessed against the project's required standards and policies.
• Negotiate and place contracts in liaison with the Commercial Manager, Procurement Manager, Construction Manager and Package Manager.
• Liaise with the Engineering and Construction teams on specification and technical matters.
• Overall accountability for negotiation and placing of contracts in liaison with the Commercial Manager, Construction Manager and Package Manager.
• Develop long term relationships with strategically important suppliers.
• Lead the development of strategies for the management of the Providers performance risk to enhance the delivery of business objectives.

Technical skills and Competencies:

• Excellent communication in English (written and verbal), management and organisational skills
• Proven ability to perform effectively under pressure and consistently meet deadlines
• Degree-qualified (or equivalent) in construction, commercial management, or a related discipline
• Proven understanding of EU and UK procurement legislation, with a particular focus on responsible procurement practices
• In-depth knowledge of the full suite of NEC3 Contracts.
• Extensive experience in procurement for large-scale, complex projects
• Highly organised, with a structured and methodical approach to work

Qualifications, Certifications and Experience:

• Establishing and monitoring the procurement process on a similar size project in Healthcare
• Assessment of subcontractors and supplier's ability to perform
• Proven ability to manage teams, ensuring complete success to dedicated tasks.
• Experience in the maintenance of a diverse supply base.
• Experience in the development, implementation, management and updating of procedures.
• Have gained or working towards CIPS (Chartered Institute of Purchase and Supply) or professional experience
• IT literate, knowledge of COINS would be beneficial. (CompeteFor)
• Excellent presentation skills.
• A good working knowledge of Health & Safety Regulations, Construction (Design and Management)

Dragados Values:

• Excellence: Promoting innovation, development, training, and continuous improvement to achieve the highest quality of project delivery.
• Integrity: Acting ethically and transparently. Demanding the best standards of integrity from its employees, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
• Trust: Nurturing positive relationships at all levels of the organisation, with our clients and supply chain by developing strong and long term relationships based on mutual trust.
• Sustainability: Commitment to sustainable development to make an efficient and ethically responsible contribution to society and the environment.
• Profitability: Ensuring our profitability as well as contributing value to the communities in which we operate as part of our sustainability agenda.

Dragados is committed to act based on Equality, Diversity and Inclusion principles. Equal opportunities, non-discrimination and respect for human rights are basic principles contained in the Dragados Code of Conduct that apply to all Dragados employees.