Senior Procurement Engineer (Civil, Electrical, and Mechanical)

Role Overview

Procurement Planning & Strategy

• Develop and implement procurement strategies covering civil, electrical, and mechanical material and equipment categories.
• Review project specifications, BOQs, and drawings to define procurement requirements across all disciplines.
• Prepare procurement schedules aligned with the overall project timeline and critical path activities.
• Forecast material and equipment needs to avoid shortages or delays across civil, electrical, and mechanical scopes.

Vendor Sourcing & Evaluation

• Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers and subcontractors for civil materials, electrical equipment, and mechanical equipment.
• Maintain and expand an approved vendor list across all three disciplines.
• Conduct supplier audits and performance evaluations to ensure quality, reliability, and compliance.

Tender Management & Negotiation

• Prepare and issue RFQs/RFPs for civil, electrical, and mechanical packages.
• Conduct technical and commercial bid evaluations and comparison sheets.
• Lead negotiations on pricing, payment terms, and delivery schedules.
• Coordinate with engineering and project teams to clarify technical requirements during tendering.

Contract Administration & Compliance

• Draft, review, and administer purchase orders and subcontracts across all disciplines.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, project contractual requirements, and Saudi regulatory standards.
• Monitor vendor compliance with SCE requirements and relevant Saudi building codes where applicable.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and documentation for audit purposes.

Quality Assurance & Inspection

• Coordinate with QA/QC teams to verify materials and equipment meet approved specifications prior to delivery.
• Arrange factory acceptance tests (FAT) and material inspections for electrical and mechanical equipment.
• Address non-conformances with suppliers and drive timely corrective actions.

Logistics & Delivery Coordination

• Coordinate delivery schedules with site teams to align with construction sequencing across disciplines.
• Track shipments and expedite critical materials and equipment to prevent project delays.
• Resolve discrepancies related to delivery, quantity, or quality upon receipt.

Cost Control & Reporting

• Monitor procurement budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities across civil, electrical, and mechanical packages.
• Prepare regular procurement status reports, cost trackers, and variance analysis for project management.
• Support value engineering initiatives to optimize cost without compromising quality.

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Liaise closely with project managers, site engineers, and design teams to align procurement activities with project needs.
• Coordinate with finance and accounts payable on invoicing, payment processing, and budget reconciliation.
• Act as the primary point of contact for procurement-related matters across all three disciplines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Electrical, or Mechanical Engineering, or a related field (required).
• Minimum 6-9 years of procurement experience in construction/infrastructure projects with exposure to civil, electrical, and mechanical categories (required).
• Fluency in English is a must.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, electrical equipment, and mechanical systems specifications.
• Proficiency in ERP/procurement systems (e.g., Oracle, SAP) and MS Excel.
• SCE membership is a plus.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills.