The Procurement & Material Engineer will be responsible for supporting the procurement of construction materials, equipment, and related services in accordance with project specifications, approved budgets, and project schedules. The role includes sourcing suppliers, obtaining and evaluating quotations, coordinating material approvals, issuing Purchase Orders, and following up on deliveries.
Key Responsibilities
- Review project BOQ, drawings, specifications, material schedules, and Material Requisitions (MR/PR) to understand procurement requirements.
- Prepare and issue Requests for Quotation (RFQs) to approved and potential suppliers/subcontractors.
- Obtain quotations and prepare technical and commercial comparison sheets for evaluation and approval.
- Coordinate with Technical, Engineering, QA/QC, and Project teams to ensure proposed materials comply with project specifications and requirements.
- Assist in preparing and following up Material Submittals, samples, technical data sheets, certificates, and other documents required for consultant/client approval.
- Source and identify suitable suppliers and alternative materials while maintaining the required technical specifications and quality standards.
- Negotiate with suppliers regarding prices, payment terms, delivery schedules, warranties, and other commercial conditions under the supervision of senior procurement staff.
- Prepare Purchase Orders (POs) and ensure all required approvals and supporting documents are completed.
- Follow up with suppliers regarding material approvals, production, availability, and delivery schedules.
- Coordinate with Site, Logistics, and Warehouse teams to ensure materials are delivered according to project requirements.
- Monitor procurement and material delivery schedules and highlight any potential delays that may impact project activities.
- Coordinate with Finance and Accounts regarding supplier invoices, payment documentation, and related matters.
- Maintain updated procurement logs, material tracking sheets, supplier databases, quotations, Purchase Orders, and other procurement records.
- Assist in supplier evaluation and development of new suppliers and subcontractors.
- Support the Procurement Manager and senior procurement team in day-to-day procurement activities and reporting.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor’s Degree in Civil, Architecture, or a related Engineering discipline.
- 0-4 years of experience in procurement, material engineering, or a related role, preferably within the construction/contracting industry.
- Fresh graduates with a strong engineering background and interest in procurement are encouraged to apply.
- Basic understanding of construction materials, drawings, BOQ, specifications, and material approval procedures.
- Familiarity with procurement processes including RFQ, quotation evaluation, comparison sheets, Purchase Orders, and delivery follow-up.
- Knowledge of ERP/procurement systems such as Oracle is an advantage.
- Good knowledge of Microsoft Office, particularly Excel.
Required Skills
- Good technical and analytical skills.
- Good communication, coordination, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to read and understand engineering drawings and specifications.
- Strong organizational and follow-up skills.
- Attention to detail and accuracy in procurement documentation.
- Ability to coordinate with suppliers and different project departments.
- Ability to handle multiple procurement requirements and work within project deadlines.
- Good written and spoken English.
Arabic language skills are an advantage.