At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead complex procurement for a major infrastructure programme, influencing long-term outcomes.
- Company: Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to impactful national projects.
- Benefits: Competitive salary, private medical cover, double-matched pension, and annual bonuses.
- Other info: Collaborative environment focused on leadership and professional growth.
- Why this job: Make a real difference in UK infrastructure while advancing your career.
- Qualifications: Experience with NEC contracts and strong procurement skills required.
The predicted salary is between 53550 - 65450 £ per year.
We are seeking a Senior Procurement Specialist to play a key role in delivering a major, multi-billion-pound infrastructure construction programme of national significance. This is a high-impact opportunity to lead complex procurement activity across large-scale capital projects, working in a fast-paced, collaborative environment where your work will directly influence long-term infrastructure outcomes.
The Role
You will take ownership of a portfolio of procurement projects, leading strategy development, supplier selection, and commercial negotiations across a complex delivery programme. Key responsibilities include:
- Leading end-to-end procurement activity across major infrastructure or capital projects
- Developing and executing category and sourcing strategies aligned to programme objectives
- Managing supplier selection processes and leading commercial negotiations
- Building strong relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
- Ensuring robust governance, compliance, and audit-ready documentation
- Using market intelligence and data insights to identify risks, opportunities, and value improvements
- Supporting post-award contract management activities in collaboration with commercial teams
- Mentoring junior team members and promoting procurement best practice
Key Requirements
To be successful in this role, you will bring:
- Strong experience in infrastructure or capital project procurement environments
- Proven experience working with NEC contracts (NEC3 and/or NEC4 is essential)
- Demonstrable experience delivering procurements under regulated frameworks, including at least one of: Public Contracts Regulations 2015 (PCR2015), Utilities Contracts Regulations 2016 (UCR2016), Procurement Act 2023 (PA23)
- Experience developing and delivering procurement and category strategies
- Strong commercial acumen with excellent negotiation and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to manage multiple complex procurement activities simultaneously
- Solid understanding of governance, compliance, and risk management in regulated environments
Why Apply?
- Opportunity to work on a flagship UK infrastructure programme with long-term national impact
- High visibility role with the ability to influence strategic procurement decisions
- Collaborative and forward-thinking environment
- Strong focus on career development, leadership, and progression
- Competitive salary, bonus, and comprehensive benefits package
If you are an experienced procurement professional with a background in major projects, NEC contracts and regulated procurement, we would love to hear from you.
Salary and Package: £55,000-£64,000 with a strong benefits package that includes individual private medical cover, double-matched pension scheme, and annual bonus scheme.
Senior Procurement Specialist (NEC3/4 - Construction) employer: Butler Ross
Butler Ross is an excellent employer, offering a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation in the public sector. With a strong emphasis on employee growth, you will have access to ongoing training and development opportunities, alongside a competitive salary and benefits package. The hybrid working model allows for flexibility, making it an ideal place for professionals seeking meaningful and rewarding employment while maintaining a healthy work-life balance.
