Procurement Specialist

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Senior Procurement Advisor (Capital Projects and Infrastructure) - Business Consulting

Location: Dublin 2, Ireland (hybrid/mostly remote with occasional client office visits when required)

Available for Work Visa Sponsorship: Yes

Business Area: UKI Business Consulting

Contract Type: Full-Time – Permanent

The team and the opportunity

To continue the successful growth of our Capital Projects & Infrastructure team within their Consulting practice, they are looking for experienced, motivated Senior Procurement Advisors with prior experience in large scale public procurements, to join our team. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in advising and overseeing the procurement activities for Construction and Infrastructure projects, managing Procurement and Commercial Risks, and maximising project success.

Their Capital Projects and Infrastructure team sits within their Consulting business and is committed to delivering exceptional Client Services across a range of sectors including Energy, Utilities, Transport, Housing, and Healthcare.

Their ambition is to become the Trusted Advisor for their clients in the procurement, Construction, and Operational phases of Capital programmes by leveraging: Their people and their extensive industry experience, Existing partnerships and relationships, Their global experience across the Capital project lifecycle

Your key responsibilities

The ideal candidate will have relevant technical qualifications, and strong interest in Commercial and Procurement matters as they relate to Public Procurement and Capital Projects & Infrastructure.

Senior Procurement Advisors will be required to work closely with other members of their team and Clients to advise on Procurement Strategy and procurement execution across a number of major Capital projects.

Work directly with infrastructure clients to provide best in class advice, guidance, and specialist procurement knowledge to ensure that competitive processes are aligned with the capacity and capability of the market, are comprehensive, and are fully compliant with Irish and EU public procurement rules, guidelines, and regulations as applicable.

Support all aspects of procurement for their Capital Projects & Infrastructure Clients including the development and implementation of the procurement strategies, identifying procurement needs, developing procurement plans, managing a variety of competitive processes, reviewing supplier performance and negotiation of contracts

Conduct Market Analysis to asses, capacity and capability of contracting organisations and the supply market to meets the needs of the buying organization

Build and maintain positive and effective relationships, providing in-depth professional advice on procurement and sourcing strategies, the application of relevant policies, guidelines, and legislation

Collaborate with project teams to develop contract management plans aligned with project objectives, timelines, and budget constraints.

Co-ordinate the contract formation process, including reviewing, and negotiating contracts with our client's contractors and vendors.

Identify, assess, and mitigate contractual risks, working closely with Project Stakeholders to proactively address issues and minimise disruption

Internal Responsibilities

Assisting in Client Account Management activities such as recruitment for the project team, managing financial aspects of client engagements, and quality and risk management.

Building valued relationships with clients and colleagues to assist in generating new business

Providing a supporting role in presentations and proposals for elements of medium to high complex projects to prospective and existing clients.

Communicating effectively with Senior Management and working to build, manage and motivate high-performing teams.

Understanding all our service offerings and actively identifying opportunities to better serve clients.

Building strong internal relationships within Consulting and across other service lines.

Supporting team development activities, including:

- Coaching, and mentoring activities

- Conducting performance reviews and contributing to performance feedback

- Contributing to people initiatives including recruiting, retaining, and training activities

- Maintaining an educational programme to continually develop technical skills

- Understanding, following, and communicating workplace policies and procedures

Skills and attributes for success:

3rd level educational qualification in Engineering, Construction, Quantity Surveying, Procurement, Law, or a related field

Confident and commercially minded with at least 10 years broad previous professional experience gained in an equivalent role

Suitable experience in Public Procurement, Contract Management and/or administration (in the Construction sector)

Industry exposure to and knowledge of significant Capital Investment projects with experience of project delivery under the Public Procurement regime

Experience of working in a multi-disciplined team and demonstrate the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently

Working knowledge of the industry and market conditions

Initiative and decision-making skills to prioritise tasks and drive results

Strong negotiation and conflict resolution skills

Previous experience of applying stringent compliance standards in a procurement function while managing the execution and documentation of tender processes

Be able to identify and meet targets and savings through optimising Procurement strategies

Ideally, you will also have

Experience in consulting or similar client facing role

Previous Public Procurement experience inf the Construction sector

Knowledge of UK, Irish & EU Public Procurement rules and guidelines

Multidisciplinary experience including Project Management, Contract Management and Procurement.

Thorough understanding of public procurement principles and practices, including Contract Administration, Risk Management, Change Management and Dispute Resolution.

Strong organisational skills and attention to detail, with the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities in a fast-paced environment.

What working for our client offers

A competitive remuneration package. Comprehensive Total Rewards package includes support for flexible working and career development, and flexibility to select benefits that suit your needs, covering holidays, health and well-being, insurance, savings and a wide range of discounts, offers and promotions. Plus, they offer: Support and coaching from some of the most engaging colleagues around. Opportunities to develop new skills and progress your career. The freedom and flexibility to handle your role in a way that's right for you

All of their employees are given a benefits package which they can tailor to suit their individual preferences. Their range of benefits include: Pension, Maternity & Paternity leave, Discounted health insurance, Bike to work Scheme, Web Doctor - Free unlimited online GP consultations for you and your family, Recognition Awards, The purchase of additional Annual Leave, Cash incentives for referrals, Hybrid Working, Work Mobile, Free Gym membership, TECH MBA paid by employer. Travel Pass and Wellness rooms Available in some offices

They are committed to being an inclusive employer and are happy to consider flexible working arrangements. They strive to achieve the right balance for their people, enabling us to deliver excellent client service whilst allowing you to build your career without sacrificing your personal priorities. While their client-facing professionals can be required to travel regularly, and at times be based at client sites, their flexible working arrangements can help you to achieve a lifestyle balance.

When you join them you will be supported to ensure that you are enhancing your skills from day one.

Continuous learning, where you can develop the mindset and skills to navigate whatever comes next.

As you grow and develop here, you'll discover opportunities to help customise your career journey, so that it's as unique as you are - success is defined by you, they will provide the tools and flexibility, so you can make a meaningful impact, your way.

Transformative leadership, we will give you the insights, coaching and confidence to be the leader the world needs.

Diverse and inclusive culture, you will be embraced for who you are and empowered to use your voice to help others find theirs.

They have embraced Hybrid working at adding greater flexibility and autonomy to the roles of their employees.

Interested? Please send a copy of your CV to hello@enexa-partners.com

Seniority level

• Seniority levelMid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment typeFull-time

Job function

• Job functionProject Management, Engineering, and Supply Chain
• IndustriesCivil Engineering, Engineering Services, and Construction

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