Procurement Engineer – Civil & Architectural

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Engineer – Civil to support the sourcing and procurement of materials, equipment, and services for construction projects.

The successful candidate will review technical requirements, evaluate suppliers and quotations, coordinate material approvals, and monitor deliveries. The role requires strong engineering knowledge and procurement experience to ensure purchases meet project specifications, quality standards, budgets, and delivery schedules.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Review and Supplier Evaluation

• Review project drawings, specifications, bills of quantities, and material requirements to identify suitable procurement solutions.
• Evaluate suppliers’ technical capabilities, product quality, production capacity, and ability to meet project requirements.
• Support supplier prequalification and coordinate technical assessments with Engineering and QA/QC teams.
• Review supplier proposals, technical submissions, material samples, and compliance statements, identifying deviations requiring clarification.

RFQs and Bid Evaluation

• Prepare Requests for Quotation (RFQs) and Invitations to Bid (ITBs), incorporating approved drawings, specifications, quantities, and delivery requirements.
• Obtain and evaluate supplier quotations for technical compliance, quality, delivery, and commercial suitability.
• Prepare technical bid evaluations and comparison statements, clearly identifying exclusions, deviations, and outstanding clarifications.
• Recommend technically acceptable suppliers and suitable alternatives to the Procurement Manager.

Negotiation and Purchase Order Coordination

• Conduct technical clarification meetings with suppliers to resolve discrepancies in specifications, materials, and performance requirements.
• Support negotiations on pricing, delivery schedules, warranties, performance guarantees, and after-sales support.
• Verify that purchase orders contain accurate descriptions, specifications, quantities, quality requirements, and agreed delivery terms.
• Review supplier shop drawings, technical data sheets, and material submittals, coordinating the required approvals before supply.

Engineering and Site Coordination

• Coordinate with project engineers, site teams, consultants, and QA/QC personnel to confirm material suitability and approval status.
• Resolve material-related technical queries and support the assessment of proposed alternatives.
• Follow up on non-compliant materials and coordinate corrective action, replacement, or re-sourcing.
• Align procurement activities with construction priorities and project schedules.

Delivery and Quality Assurance

• Monitor supplier production, order progress, and delivery commitments, particularly for long-lead materials.
• Coordinate with suppliers, logistics personnel, and site stores to ensure timely delivery in the required condition.
• Identify potential delays early and implement expediting measures to minimize disruption to site operations.
• Verify the availability of required quality certificates, test reports, warranties, and inspection documentation.
• Coordinate with QA/QC teams to ensure procured materials comply with approved specifications, applicable codes, and project standards.

Supplier Performance and Documentation

• Monitor supplier performance in technical compliance, delivery reliability, responsiveness, and after-sales support.
• Escalate persistent supplier deficiencies and recommend corrective measures.
• Maintain procurement registers, technical evaluations, compliance matrices, submittals, approvals, and correspondence.
• Prepare procurement status reports highlighting pending approvals, delivery risks, and outstanding actions.
• Ensure procurement records are complete, traceable, and ready for audit.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Civil Engineering, Architectural Engineering, or another relevant engineering discipline.
• A postgraduate qualification in Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or Business Administration is preferred.
• Minimum 6 years of relevant procurement or technical engineering experience , preferably within construction, EPC, or contracting companies.
• Demonstrated experience handling procurement activities for large-scale, multidisciplinary construction projects.
• Strong technical knowledge of civil construction materials, specifications, installation requirements, and quality documentation.
• Experience preparing RFQs, evaluating technical bids, coordinating material approvals, and expediting deliveries.
• Good understanding of the procurement lifecycle, strategic sourcing, contract administration, and supplier performance management.

Required Skills

• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, specifications, bills of quantities, and technical data sheets.
• Strong analytical, technical evaluation, negotiation, and problem-solving skills.
• Effective coordination with suppliers, consultants, engineering teams, and site personnel.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Word, and procurement reporting tools.
• Working knowledge of ERP or procurement management systems is an advantage.
• Good command of written and spoken English.
• Strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple procurement priorities and deadlines.

Working Conditions

The position is primarily office-based, with site visits for technical coordination, material verification, and issue resolution. Compliance with site safety procedures and PPE requirements is mandatory.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Work Location: In person