Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Dubai, UAE
Industry: Construction | Mechanical, Electrical & Plumbing
Salary: AED 30,000 – 35,000 (All-Inclusive)
Nationality: Open to All

Job Overview

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager – MEP to lead and manage all procurement activities related to Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing systems across large-scale construction projects. This strategic role is responsible for procurement planning, sourcing, technical and commercial evaluations, contract negotiation, supplier coordination, and delivery management to ensure timely, cost-effective, and compliant project execution.

The Procurement Manager will act as a critical interface between engineering, commercial, logistics, and site execution teams, supporting seamless delivery across multi-zone projects.

Key Accountabilities

Leadership & Culture

• Promote company values, fostering accountability, innovation, and operational excellence.

• Lead performance management initiatives, monitoring team output and addressing challenges proactively.

• Build and maintain a collaborative, inclusive procurement team through effective recruitment, onboarding, and talent development.

Procurement Strategy & Planning

• Develop project-specific MEP procurement strategies aligned with construction sequencing and milestones.

• Coordinate procurement plans to support multi-zone execution and critical path schedules.

• Ensure full alignment between engineering requirements, procurement timelines, and site needs.

Cost Control & Commercial Management

• Optimize project costs through effective sourcing strategies, negotiations, and supplier management.

• Support commercial teams with procurement input on variations, claims, and cost impact analysis.

• Ensure procurement activities remain within approved budgets and contractual frameworks.

Vendor & Supply Chain Management

• Prequalify, evaluate, and manage suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors.

• Issue RFQs, conduct technical and commercial evaluations, and prepare comparative statements.

• Negotiate contracts, issue purchase orders, and manage subcontract agreements.

• Maintain vendor databases and evaluate supplier performance regularly.

Delivery, Quality & Risk Management

• Ensure materials and services meet project specifications, authority requirements, and quality standards.

• Expedite deliveries, monitor lead times, and resolve supplier-related issues proactively.

• Identify procurement risks and implement mitigation strategies, escalating critical issues when required.

• Support procurement audits and ensure accurate close-out documentation.

Compliance & Reporting

• Ensure adherence to company policies, QHSE standards, and confidentiality requirements.

• Maintain accurate procurement documentation, reports, and balanced scorecards.

• Support internal and external audits related to procurement activities.

Candidate Requirements

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering, or Supply Chain Management.

• Professional certifications such as CIPS, PMP, or CSCP are preferred.

Experience

• 6–8 years of relevant procurement experience within the construction industry.

• 2–4 years in a senior or managerial MEP procurement role.

• Experience on large-scale or mega projects (AED 500M+ preferred).

• Proven exposure to UAE authority-compliant sourcing (DEWA, SEWA, DCD).

• Familiarity with FIDIC-based contracts and subcontract management.

Skills & Competencies

Technical & Hard Skills

• Strong understanding of MEP systems and specifications.

• Proficiency in ERP systems such as Oracle or SAP.

• Expertise in procurement planning, vendor evaluation, negotiation, and commercial analysis.

Soft Skills

• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

• Strong analytical, decision-making, and time-management abilities.

• Ability to perform effectively under pressure in fast-paced project environments.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic thinker with a strong operational mindset.

• Ethical, confident negotiator, and effective team leader.

• Proactive, collaborative, and resilient professional.

Salary Package

AED 30,000 – 35,000 per month (inclusive of fixed allowances).

About the Company

FPA is a leading recruitment and HR consulting firm operating across the Middle East and the UK. Founded by industry veterans Aaron Fletcher and Tony Piccolo, FPA brings over 22 years of expertise in executive search, specialist recruitment, and salary benchmarking.