Senior Procurement Engineer
UCC Holding · Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Tailor my CV for this job — freePosition SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Senior / Lead Procurement Engineer with a proven track record in luxury hotel and hospitality projects. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the procurement of construction materials, finishing packages, FF&E, MEP-related items, and subcontractor packages while ensuring compliance with project specifications, budgets, and schedules.Experience in high-end hotel developments, luxury resorts, five-star hospitality projects, or iconic mixed-use developments is mandatory.Key ResponsibilitiesLead and manage the procurement activities for luxury hotel construction projects.Prepare RFQs, evaluate quotations, and conduct commercial and technical comparisons.Source and procure architectural, civil, interior fit-out, and finishing materials.Coordinate with consultants, architects, and project teams to ensure procurement aligns with project requirements.Negotiate pricing, payment terms, delivery schedules, and contractual conditions with suppliers and subcontractors.Develop and maintain relationships with approved vendors and key suppliers.Manage the procurement schedule and ensure timely material delivery to site.Review drawings, specifications, BOQs, and material submittals to identify procurement requirements.Procure high-end finishing materials including marble, stone, woodworks, decorative metals, façade elements, doors, sanitaryware, and luxury interior packages.Monitor market trends, supplier performance, and material availability.Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies and project budgets.Coordinate with contracts, commercial, engineering, and construction teams to resolve procurement-related issues.Manage subcontractor prequalification, tendering, evaluation, and award recommendations.Prepare procurement reports, cost-saving initiatives, and management presentations.Lead procurement teams and mentor junior procurement engineers and buyers.RequirementsBachelor's degree in civil engineering or architecture (Mandatory).Minimum 10-15 years of procurement experience within construction projects.Minimum 5 years of experience in luxury hotel, hospitality, palace, resort, or high-end mixed-use developments.Strong knowledge of construction materials, architectural finishes, and fit-out packages.Experience in procurement of high-value packages and subcontract awards.Proven experience managing suppliers and negotiating contracts.Strong understanding of project specifications, BOQs, and construction methodologies.Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management skills.