Senior Procurement Specialist

Summary

Join AtkinsRéalis as a Senior Procurement Specialist in Abu Dhabi, UAE, and play a key role in supporting the growth and delivery of strategic procurement across high-profile mixed-use development programs. Lead procurement activities across multiple workstreams, ensuring alignment with client expectations and industry best practices. Contribute to the evolution of procurement processes and support capability development within the procurement function. Work closely with clients in Riyadh, the supply chain, and internal stakeholders to drive the success of multi-billion-dollar programs shaping the future of urban development. Manage the full procurement lifecycle for contractors, consultants, and specialist suppliers. Act as a procurement advisor to client teams, delivering expertise in commercial structuring, procurement planning, and operational execution.

Requirements

• Minimum of 8 years of experience in the procurement profession
• Experience of developing and implementing functional change programmes / business improvement initiatives
• Experience of managing teams. Preferably both local and remote locations
• Demonstrable track record of delivery and driving operational excellence in commercial and procurement in large programmes (infrastructure and/or built environment)
• Experience on PIF projects / procurement governance requirements
• Experience of working in a client focused environment, working closely with key stakeholders, colleagues and other consultants to build and maintain relationships
• Ability to effectively respond to client opportunities
• Proven experience in end-to-end procurement processes, from inception through to implementation; with the ability to engage and collaborate with all levels of stakeholders internally and externally
• Degree qualified. Relevant construction, business or engineering related discipline

Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of procurement strategies across major capital programmes
• Work in alignment with the procurement leadership to shape strategic sourcing decisions and frameworks
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure procurement solutions are scalable and value-driven
• Manage the full procurement lifecycle for contractors, consultants, and specialist suppliers – from long/shortlisting and prequalification to Request for Proposal (RFP) issuance, tendering, and contract award
• Administer technical evaluations, tender clarification sessions, and post-tender negotiations
• Draft and present award recommendation reports for internal and client approval
• Support the creation, rollout, and enforcement of standardised procurement procedures, templates, and workflows
• Monitor compliance across teams and provide guidance on continuous improvement opportunities
• Oversee procurement of key packages while ensuring teams adhere to centralised internal / Client policies and performance metrics
• Conduct local and international market research to evaluate supply chain capacity, risks, and opportunities
• Engage with insurance and legal teams to ensure contract alignment with project and regulatory requirements
• Act as a procurement advisor to client teams, delivering expertise in commercial structuring, procurement planning, and operational execution
• Develop trusted relationships with internal and external stakeholders across multiple levels and functions
• Promote collaborative behaviours and knowledge sharing within cross-regional procurement teams
• Manage procurement trackers and progress dashboards to monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPI) delivery and procurement status
• Lead procurement team performance evaluations and reporting in coordination with the procurement leadership

Preferred Qualifications

• Professional chartered membership with CIPS, RICS or equivalent
• Experience on the Middle East infrastructure and/or build environment market
• Experience in project management

Benefits

• Tax-free salary
• Comprehensive life insurance coverage
• Premium medical insurance coverage for you and your dependents
• Generous annual leave balance
• Remote work opportunities outside of country
• Flexible/hybrid work solutions
• Company gratuity scheme
• Discretionary bonus program
• Annual flight contribution
• Relocation assistance
• Transportation & housing allowances: Available for remote work locations
• Employee Wellbeing Program: 24/7 access to specialists in finance, legal matters, family care, as well as personal health, fitness, and nutrition consulting