PMO

PMO / Procurement Specialist (Utilities & Infrastructure)
Overview

A leading consultancy supporting large-scale infrastructure and utilities programmes is seeking an experienced PMO / Procurement Specialist to join a project delivery environment focused on major capital programmes.

This position sits within a programme support and procurement function responsible for coordinating sourcing activities, managing tender documentation and supporting structured procurement processes across complex infrastructure projects.

The role would suit a professional with experience in utilities, engineering or infrastructure environments who is comfortable working across procurement governance, supplier engagement and documentation management.

Key Responsibilities

Support procurement and sourcing activities across infrastructure and utilities programmes

Gather and document procurement requirements from internal stakeholders

Develop tender documentation including Invitations to Tender (ITT) and associated supporting materials

Coordinate tender timelines and procurement milestones

Support the delivery of sourcing exercises including framework mini-competitions and low value procurement events

Manage tender documentation, records and procurement documentation control

Engage with internal and external legal teams to ensure contractual compliance during procurement processes

Support contract negotiation activities with suppliers where required

Maintain procurement records and support reporting on sourcing activity

Conduct post-tender reviews and contribute to continuous improvement within sourcing processes

Work collaboratively with supplier management, contract management and category management teams

Requirements

Experience working within procurement, sourcing or supply chain roles

Exposure to structured procurement processes such as ITT, RFP, RFQ, RFI or similar tendering frameworks

Experience working within utilities, infrastructure, engineering or public sector environments

Understanding of end-to-end procurement processes and sourcing methodologies

Experience supporting supplier identification, tender evaluation and selection processes

Ability to gather and challenge stakeholder requirements

Strong documentation and administrative accuracy

Experience working with procurement platforms (e.g. Ariba, Coupa, Jaggaer, Tradeshift or similar) is beneficial

Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Office 365)

Qualifications

Degree in business, supply chain, engineering or related discipline (preferred)

Procurement certifications such as CIPS are advantageous

Additional Requirements

Experience within utilities sectors such as energy, gas, water or infrastructure is highly desirable