Procurement Engineer - Construction

About the role

An experienced Procurement Engineer is sought for construction projects in Abu Dhabi. The role covers procurement activities, vendor coordination and material supply, ensuring timely delivery, compliance with project specifications, cost optimisation and alignment with project schedules and authority requirements.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement plans and schedules for materials, equipment and services, aligned with project requirements, timelines and budgets, and identify long-lead items and critical materials.
• Source, evaluate and qualify vendors, suppliers and subcontractors; prepare and issue RFQs, RFPs and purchase orders; negotiate terms, prices and delivery schedules; monitor supplier performance and contractual compliance.
• Review technical specifications, datasheets and submittals, and coordinate with engineering, QA/QC and site teams for material approvals.
• Ensure compliance with project standards, ISO requirements and Abu Dhabi authority regulations.
• Monitor material delivery, storage and site use, maintain tracking logs and delivery schedules, and coordinate with site teams to avoid delays.
• Prepare purchase orders, procurement reports and vendor performance records, support audits, inspections and project close-out, and help with handover and as-built material records.
• Monitor procurement budgets, cost savings and variation orders, support QS/Commercial teams with material take-offs and cost analysis, and take part in tender evaluation and supplier selection.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Civil, Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or Supply Chain/Procurement.
• 10 years of procurement experience in construction projects, with strong experience on Abu Dhabi/UAE projects.
• Exposure to residential, commercial, infrastructure or mixed-use projects.
• Preferred: experience with main contractors or MEP contractors in Abu Dhabi, familiarity with project contract types and commercial aspects, and a proven record of cost-effective procurement and timely delivery.

Required skills

• Knowledge of construction materials, MEP equipment and construction standards.
• Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle), MS Office and procurement software.
• Understanding of Abu Dhabi authority regulations and approvals.
• Strong negotiation, communication, organisational, analytical and problem-solving skills.