Vertical Recruitment is supporting an international consultancy with the appointment of an experienced Procurement Manager to work client-side on a major programme of hyperscale data centre developments across the UK and international markets.
All the relevant skills, qualifications and experience that a successful applicant will need are listed in the following description.
This is a senior client-side procurement position, overseeing major construction, MEP, equipment and professional services packages delivered through external project and construction management partners.
You will take ownership of a portfolio of packages from initial procurement strategy and RFP through tender evaluation, governance and final contract award.
The Role
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Manage and oversee procurement packages from RFP through to contract award
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Review procurement strategies, plans and package schedules prepared by PMC/MSC delivery partners
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Review tender documentation before issue, including scope, pricing, evaluation criteria and contractual requirements
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Oversee supplier clarifications, bidder queries and tender close-out
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Review bid levelling, normalisation, commercial analysis and tender evaluations
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Challenge commercial assumptions, qualifications and contract award recommendations
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Assess proposed awards against compliance, value and commercial risk
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Take packages through client governance and approval to signed contract
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Maintain procurement schedules against construction and programme requirements
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Identify and resolve delays with delivery partners, bidders, suppliers and internal stakeholders
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Monitor manufacturing capacity, lead times and delivery risk across long-lead MEP equipment
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Oversee procurement of generators, UPS, switchgear, transformers, cooling equipment and professional services
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About You
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10+ years' experience within construction, engineering procurement or commercial management
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Demonstrable experience personally managing complex tenders from RFP through to award
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Background within a PMC/consultancy, main contractor, hyperscale/colocation operator or similarly complex project environment
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Data centre, mission-critical or other major technically complex project experience
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Strong experience procuring construction, MEP, l...
Procurement Manager in Caton employer: Vertical Recruitment Limited
As a leading international construction and property consultancy, we pride ourselves on fostering a dynamic work culture that values leadership and innovation. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through tailored development programmes and the opportunity to lead a dedicated team in a pivotal role. Located in a thriving region, we offer competitive benefits and a supportive environment that empowers our professionals to excel and make a meaningful impact in the infrastructure sector.
Contact Details:
Vertical Recruitment Limited Recruitment Team
