Job description

Be engaged in EPCM or PMC Contracts as a lead function for the set-up and delivery of project procurement services.

Prepare project-tailored procurement strategies and cooperate with the Proposal and/or Project Teams in their effective presentations to Clients.

During the proposal stages, define the Procurement team necessary to deliver project procurement requirements by estimating the efforts required and determining the staff required (number, experience, qualifications, tasks and responsibilities).

Prepare reliable procurement related document list and procurement schedules, on the basis of acquired experience, which will make part of the Project Master Document Register and Schedule.

Contribute to the definition of project procurement budget in accordance to the level of project definition and periodically update the same in the relevant procurement reports.

Lead Project procurement services including (i) tender management; prequalification, preparation of tender documents, tender clarification and evaluation, negotiation and award, (ii) post award vendor management including coordination with engineering and construction team, logistics, expediting and delivery management.

Develop procurement management and administration procedures and maintain an overview of practices to ensure compliance.

Identify suitable training for procurement personnel, establish achievable KPIs for each member of the team.

Support the Business Development Team to source suitable vendors and oversee Vendor database on ILF’s SharePoint portal.

Engage with Finance discipline to ensure obligations w.r.t insurance and guarantees are properly assessed.

Support internal disciplines and external clients by providing guidance on procurement matters.

Safeguard our clients by collaborating with project teams through an “early-warning” system to identify potential claims, propose strategies to mitigate/negate claims, be actively involved in meetings.

Manage different types of Contracts including Lump Sum, Cost Plus, Time and Material, Unit Pricing, etc.

In collaboration with the project teams, compile changes (variations/amendments and the like) for Client approval.

Familiar with the EPC Cost Estimation (CAPEX) process in accordance with AACE International standards.

Prepare the relevant Job Descriptions to hire the resources who are not available and cooperate with the HR team for interviewing and staffing.

Application Requirements:

Have strong commercial awareness and experience.

Have proven experience in negotiations & vendor management.

Have strong communication, negotiation and presentation skills.

Have good understanding of the Engineering, Procurement and Construction processes.

Have experience in dispute resolution.

Have analytical and decisive with high initiative.

Be a quick-learner, good team player as well possess the aptitude to work well independently.

Have excellent interpersonal skills.

Be proficient in MS Office applications.

Have at least 15 years of experience in Procurement & Subcontract management.

Have minimum 5-10 years of experience in EPC Contractors’ Procurement Teams in a Managerial role.

Have experience in cost estimation is preferential.

Have at least 5 years of managerial experience.

Bachelor’s Degree in Quantity Surveyor / Engineering / Law / Business / Contracts or related Studies.

If you have any questions concerning your application, please do not hesitate to contact:

ILF Consulting Engineers – Abu Dhabi
Mr. Own AlMohd
Al Reem Island, Sky Tower,
Unit 36-01, 36th Floor
Abu Dhabi, PO Box 73250

Phone: +971 (2) 6 50 – 0701
Fax: +971 (2) 6 58 – 6298

eMail: own.almohd@ilf.com