Lead Procurement Engineer

About the Role

UCC Holding is seeking a Lead Procurement Engineer to manage and coordinate procurement activities for high-rise building construction projects in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves overseeing material sourcing, technical evaluations, supplier negotiations, and procurement planning to ensure timely delivery of materials in accordance with project specifications, budget, and quality requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate procurement activities for construction materials, equipment, and technical packages.
• Review project specifications, drawings, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), and material requirements to develop effective procurement strategies.
• Prepare procurement schedules and ensure timely purchasing and delivery in line with project milestones.
• Identify, evaluate, and prequalify suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors.
• Obtain and evaluate quotations, prepare bid comparisons, and negotiate competitive prices and commercial terms.
• Coordinate with technical, engineering, QA/QC, commercial, and construction teams to ensure compliance with project requirements.
• Review technical submittals, material specifications, and supplier documentation before purchase order placement.
• Manage purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and procurement documentation in accordance with company procedures.
• Monitor supplier performance, manufacturing progress, delivery schedules, and material inspection requirements.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining quality standards and project specifications.
• Follow up on long-lead items and critical materials to avoid delays in project execution.
• Resolve procurement-related issues, including material shortages, delivery delays, and supplier performance concerns.
• Maintain procurement records, prepare periodic reports, and update management on procurement status.
• Ensure compliance with company procurement policies, project requirements, and applicable quality standards.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Minimum of 15 years of experience in procurement within the building construction industry.
• Proven experience in construction procurement with a main contractor.
• Previous experience in high-rise building construction, luxury hotels, hospitality projects, or large-scale developments is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, technical specifications, BOQs, and procurement processes.
• Experience in supplier evaluation, commercial negotiations, cost analysis, and contract administration.

Skills and Abilities

• Ability to review technical documents and coordinate effectively with multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in MS Office and ERP procurement systems; SAP experience is an advantage.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, organizational, and communication skills.

Location

This position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

Application Process

Candidates meeting the specified requirements are encouraged to apply.