Senior Procurement Engineer
UCC Holding · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Apply & track with Apply EdgeProcurement Engineer – Luxury Hotel ConstructionLocation: Riyadh, Saudi ArabiaWe are seeking a high-caliber Procurement Engineer with a Civil or Architectural Engineering background and proven experience in luxury hotel construction with a major main contractor.The ideal candidate combines strong technical understanding, commercial awareness, SAP expertise, negotiation skills, and resilience, with the ability to manage procurement in a demanding, fast-track project environment.Key ResponsibilitiesManage end-to-end procurement of construction materials, architectural finishes, MEP-related items, specialist packages, and services.Review technical specifications, drawings, BOQs, and material requirements to ensure procurement meets project requirements.Source, technically evaluate, negotiate, and manage suppliers and subcontractors.Prepare and evaluate technical/commercial comparisons and support supplier selection.Coordinate closely with Engineering, Construction, Commercial, QA/QC, Planning, Logistics, and Finance teams.Proactively manage long-lead and critical materials to protect project milestones.Utilize SAP/ERP for PRs, RFQs, POs, procurement tracking, and reporting.Identify cost-saving opportunities while maintaining required quality and specifications.Resolve supplier and procurement issues quickly and effectively.Ideal CandidateCivil Engineer or Architectural Engineer – mandatory.5–8+ years of procurement experience with a major main contractor.Proven experience in luxury hotels, 5-star hospitality, high-end residential, or similarly high-specification projects.Strong understanding of architectural finishes, construction materials, specialist works, and project requirements.Strong hands-on SAP experience is essential.Excellent technical, commercial, negotiation, and analytical skills.Smart, proactive, resilient, and highly accountable.Excellent communication and stakeholder-management skills.Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple critical procurement packages.Strong English communication skills; Arabic is an advantage.