Danny Sullivan Group
Procurement Manager

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Procurement Manager - Civil Engineering
Location: National (Hybrid Working Available)
Salary: Competitive + Excellent Benefits
Job Type: Permanent | Full-Time
The Opportunity
Our client, a leading Tier 1 civil engineering contractor, is looking to appoint an experienced Procurement Manager to support the delivery of major infrastructure projects across the Water, Highways and Aviation sectors.
This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing business with a strong pipeline of secured work, including long-term framework agreements across the UK. You'll lead procurement activities across both live projects and tenders, helping to secure best value while building strong relationships with the supply chain.
The Role
As Procurement Manager, you will take ownership of end-to-end subcontract and material procurement across multiple infrastructure projects.
Working closely with commercial, operational and bid teams, you'll develop procurement strategies, manage supplier relationships and ensure procurement activities are delivered safely, commercially and in line with programme requirements.
Current Projects
You'll support the delivery of major UK infrastructure projects across:
- Water and wastewater frameworks
- National Highways projects
- Aviation infrastructure
- Major civil engineering and infrastructure schemes
- Long-term AMP framework projects
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- Lead end-to-end subcontract procurement from strategy through to contract award.
- Procure major materials and specialist subcontract packages.
- Develop procurement strategies for live projects and tender opportunities.
- Prepare and manage procurement schedules.
- Ensure procurement activities are delivered on time and within budget.
- Negotiate commercial terms with suppliers and subcontractors.
- Lead pre-contract meetings and supplier evaluations.
- Build and maintain strong relationships across the supply chain.
- Monitor supplier performance and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
- Support tender submissions through procurement planning and market engagement.
- Ensure compliance with company procurement procedures and governance.
- Promote innovation and sustainable procurement across the supply chain.
Requirements
Essential
- Previous experience as a Procurement Manager or Senior Buyer within civil engineering or infrastructure.
- Strong knowledge of end-to-end subcontract procurement.
- Experience procuring subcontract packages and major construction materials.
- Good commercial awareness with NEC subcontract experience.
- Strong understanding of civil engineering construction methods.
- Excellent negotiation and supplier management skills.
- Experience working with Tier 1 contractors or major infrastructure projects.
- Strong organisational and planning skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.


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Desirable
- MCIPS or working towards CIPS qualification.
- Experience within the water, highways or aviation sectors.
- Knowledge of public sector procurement and framework agreements.
What's on Offer
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package.
- Annual bonus.
- Company car or car allowance.
- Private medical insurance.
- Contributory pension scheme.
- Flexible and hybrid working.
- 25+ days annual leave with the option to purchase additional holiday.
- Ongoing professional development and mentoring.
- Employee share-save scheme.
- Gym membership and cycle-to-work discounts.
- Long-term career progression within a leading Tier 1 infrastructure contractor.
- Opportunity to work on nationally significant infrastructure projects across the UK.
Danny Sullivan Group is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and do not discriminate on the basis of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation. We are committed to ensuring our recruitment process is fair, accessible and inclusive for all.
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