Procurement Engineer - Electrical

About the role

aasa is looking for a Procurement Engineer for electrical power transmission and distribution projects in the UAE. The role handles day-to-day procurement and subcontracting, working closely with Engineering, Project, Planning, Stores, QS, Commercial and Finance teams.

Key responsibilities

• Review BOQ, drawings, specifications, material requirements and project schedules
• Source suppliers and subcontractors for electrical materials, equipment, installation, cable laying and related works
• Prepare and issue RFQs, obtain technical and commercial quotations, and prepare comparison statements to support price and commercial negotiations
• Coordinate with Engineering and Project teams on technical evaluation and approvals
• Prepare Purchase Orders, Work Orders and subcontract documents
• Follow up with subcontractors on mobilisation, manpower, materials, progress and completion
• Monitor supplier manufacturing, inspection, delivery and material availability
• Maintain procurement and subcontractor records, quotations, POs, work orders and delivery status
• Support the Procurement Manager in cost control and supplier/subcontractor development, and resolve quality, delivery, scope, specification and documentation issues
• Prepare regular procurement and subcontract status reports

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Procurement or Supply Chain
• 6-9 years of experience
• Strong UAE experience in power transmission/distribution projects and subcontract management is mandatory