Mechanical Procurement Engineer

Mechanical Procurement Engineer

1. Material Sourcing & Technical Evaluation

• **Review Technical Packages:**
• Analyze project specifications, drawings, Bill of Quantities (BOQ), and material take-offs (MTO) provided by the engineering and estimation teams to fully understand high-rise project requirements.
• **Technical Compliance:**
• Evaluate supplier quotations against project specifications to ensure full compliance.
• Coordinate closely with technical and site teams to address deviations.
• **Material Submittals:**
• Prepare comprehensive Material Submittal packages for consultant and client approval, ensuring all technical datasheets, compliance statements, and test certificates are accurate and included.

2. Vendor Management & Negotiation

• **Sourcing Strategy:**
• Identify, evaluate, and pre-qualify international and local manufacturers/vendors capable of supplying high-performance components required for tower construction (e.g., high-pressure valves, central chilling systems, booster pumps).
• **Commercial Negotiations:**
• Negotiate competitive pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and warranty conditions with suppliers to maximize value and minimize cost overruns.
• **Sub-Contractor Procurement:**
• Float inquiries, evaluate, and finalize sub-contract agreements for specialized mechanical works (e.g., specialized central air conditioning, smoke management systems, facade-cleaning systems).

3. Procurement Planning & Supply Chain Management

• **Procurement Logs:**
• Create, update, and monitor the Mechanical Procurement Trackers and Material Status Logs to track items from initial RFQ (Request for Quotation) through to site delivery.
• **Lead-Time Management:**
• Align procurement schedules with construction and MEP site timelines to prevent delays, prioritizing long-lead items unique to high-rise projects (e.g., cooling towers, water-cooled chillers, and specialized fire pump sets).
• **Logistics Coordination:**
• Coordinate with logistics and stores teams regarding the shipment, customs clearance, delivery, and proper storage of heavy mechanical equipment on site.

4. Quality Control & Post-Order Management

• **Purchase Orders (POs):**
• Issue clear, legally binding Purchase Orders and Sub-Contract agreements detailing all technical and commercial criteria.
• **Inspection & Claims:**
• Coordinate with the QC (Quality Control) team for factory inspections or material receipt inspections on site.
• Manage discrepancies, damages, or warranty claims with vendors promptly.

Education & Certifications

• **Degree:**
• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from a recognized university.
• **Professional Associations:**
• Membership in regional engineering associations (e.g., Society of Engineers) is highly preferred.

Experience

• **Years of Experience:**
• Minimum of 5 to 8 years of dedicated experience in MEP/Mechanical procurement within the construction sector.
• **Project Specifics:**
• Proven track record working on
• high-rise buildings, towers, or complex commercial infrastructure projects
• with a Grade-A or tier-1 general contracting company.

Technical Skills & Competencies

• **High-Rise Systems Expertise:**
• Deep technical knowledge of high-rise mechanical systems, including central HVAC systems (chillers, AHUs, FCUs), high-pressure plumbing/drainage networks, active and passive fire-fighting systems, and smoke extract networks.
• **Market Knowledge:**
• Established relationship network with prominent local and international mechanical equipment suppliers and manufacturers.
• **Local Regulations:**
• Familiarity with regional local authority guidelines, civil defense standards, and green building regulations (e.g., Estidama, LEED, or equivalent sustainable ratings).
• **Software Proficiency:**
• Strong skills in ERP systems (such as SAP, Oracle, or Candy/CCS), MS Office (especially advanced Excel), and general capability to interpret AutoCAD/BIM drawings.

Soft Skills

• **Negotiation & Communication:**
• Excellent commercial negotiation skills with the ability to maintain strong business relationships.
• Professional verbal and written English communication is essential.
• **Problem Solving:**
• Ability to work under high pressure, meeting tight deadlines common to rapid high-rise build schedules.