Senior Technical Engineer Procurement Department

About the Role

شركة مرامر للمقاولات is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Engineer to join its Procurement Department in Riyadh. This full-time role requires a strong technical engineering background combined with hands-on procurement experience within the construction and contracting industry, specifically for finishing and fit-out projects. The successful candidate will be instrumental in ensuring the timely procurement of compliant materials and services.

Role Overview

The Senior Technical Engineer will be responsible for evaluating technical requirements, reviewing engineering drawings and specifications, and managing the technical aspects of procurement. This position involves close coordination with project and engineering teams to ensure all procurement activities align with project needs and quality standards. The role also includes managing suppliers, evaluating technical and commercial offers, and recommending cost-effective solutions without compromising quality.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and coordinate technical procurement activities for construction, finishing, and fit-out projects.
• Review engineering drawings, Bills of Quantities (BOQs), technical specifications, and material requirements before initiating procurement.
• Handle the complete procurement cycle, including supplier sourcing, Requests for Quotation (RFQs), technical and commercial evaluation, negotiations, and purchase order coordination.
• Identify, evaluate, and prequalify suppliers and subcontractors based on technical compliance, quality, cost, and delivery capabilities.
• Evaluate construction and finishing materials to ensure compliance with approved specifications, drawings, and project requirements.
• Review technical material submittals, samples, and product specifications, and coordinate consultant approvals.
• Coordinate with Engineering, Design, Project Management, and Site teams to ensure procurement requirements are properly defined and delivered on time.
• Review structural, architectural, and related technical requirements, identifying design or construction constraints that may affect procurement and execution.
• Recommend alternative materials and value-engineering solutions to optimize cost while maintaining technical standards and quality.
• Monitor procurement schedules, material approvals, purchase orders, and supplier delivery commitments.
• Resolve material shortages, supplier delays, technical discrepancies, and procurement-related project issues.
• Coordinate material inspections and testing with relevant project and quality teams.
• Prepare procurement status reports and update stakeholders on material requirements, approvals, and delivery progress.
• Ensure compliance with company procedures, project specifications, quality standards, and HSE requirements.

Qualifications and Experience

• A minimum of 5 to 10 years of experience in technical engineering and procurement.
• Demonstrated practical experience in completed finishing and fit-out projects, preferably within Saudi Arabia.
• Strong technical engineering background combined with hands-on procurement experience in the construction and contracting industry.
• Ability to manage suppliers, evaluate technical and commercial offers, and recommend cost-effective solutions.

Location and Work Type

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.