Procurement Manager - Construction (High-rise)

Job Description

We Are Hiring: Procurement Manager – Construction

Contractor-side experience is mandatory (consultancy background alone is not suitable)

Location: UAE

We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager with a strong background in construction and contracting to join a dynamic team delivering major high-rise building projects.

The ideal candidate must have solid experience working with contractors (not consultants) and a proven track record in managing procurement for civil consultancies, structural works, and enabling works across complex construction projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and implement procurement strategies for civil consultancies, structural works, and enabling works
• Manage end-to-end procurement processes including tendering, vendor evaluation, contract negotiations, and commercial control
• Coordinate with project management, engineering, design, legal, and finance teams to ensure smooth procurement execution
• Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and consultants
• Drive cost optimization through market analysis, value engineering, and strategic negotiations
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, legal requirements, and project timelines
• Support estimation, budgeting, feasibility analysis, and procurement planning

Requirements:

• Bachelor's Degree in Civil Engineering or related field
• Minimum 7+ years of experience as Procurement Manager / Category Manager or similar role
• Mandatory experience in high-rise building projects
• Strong contracting and construction background is essential
• Proven experience in estimation, tendering, and procurement
• Experience dealing directly with clients and consultants
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills
• Resilient personality with the ability to perform under pressure
• Contractor-side experience is mandatory (consultancy background alone is not suitable)