Senior Procurement Engineer

Role Purpose

Key Responsibilities

• Procurement Execution
• Lead end-to-end procurement execution for assigned major and complex packages, from RFQ issuance through award recommendation and execution support.
• Take ownership of procurement packages, ensuring alignment with approved project schedule, budget, and technical requirements.
• Coordinate and prioritize procurement activities for assigned scopes across multiple projects or large-scale packages.

• Supplier & Subcontractor Management

• Act as the primary procurement interface with key suppliers and subcontractors for assigned packages.
• Support supplier prequalification, assessment, and performance review.
• Proactively manage procurement-related risks and monitor and escalate supplier non-performance.

• Technical & Commercial Evaluation

• Lead technical and commercial evaluations for assigned packages in coordination with engineering and project teams.
• Review and technically and commercially verify evaluation reports prepared by Procurement Engineers.
• Lead commercial negotiations within delegated authority and prepare clear award recommendations.

• Contracting & Documentation

• Prepare and finalize Purchase Orders and Subcontract Agreements for assigned packages in accordance with approved templates and delegated authority
• Ensure contractual clarity and compliance with approved contractual terms related to scope, delivery milestones, warranties, penalties, and payment terms.
• Ensure procurement documentation is complete, accurate, and audit-ready

• Team Support & Coordination

• Guide and technically review the work of Procurement Engineers and junior staff for assigned packages.
• Coordinate closely with engineering, planning, site, QS, contracts, and finance teams.
• Support the resolution of procurement-related issues during execution and close-out in coordination with relevant stakeholders.

Technical Skills & Competencies

• Technical Knowledge
• Strong understanding of construction materials, systems, and subcontract scopes for complex projects.
• Strong ability to assess technical compliance, interfaces, and constructability impacts in coordination with engineering teams.
• Experience with long-lead and specialist items (façade works, specialist finishes, high-spec systems, etc….).

• Commercial & Contractual Skills

• Proven ability to independently manage complex procurement packages within approved procurement procedures and delegated authority.
• Strong commercial judgment and negotiation capability within delegated authority.
• Solid understanding of subcontract and PO contractual conditions and associated risk exposure

• Systems & Professional Competencies

• Advanced proficiency in ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent) and MS Excel.
• Leadership-oriented, execution-focused, and compliance-driven mindset within assigned responsibilities
• Strong coordination, prioritization, and decision-making skills within defined scope and delegated authority.
• High ethical standards and attention to detail.

Preferred Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in architectural engineering or civil engineering.
• 12–15 years of experience in Procurement Engineer role.
• Experience with Grade A main contractors.
• Proven background in complex or mega projects (healthcare, infrastructure, high-rise, industrial).
• Strong familiarity with the Saudi construction market and supply chain