MEP Procurement Manager

Overview

Resourcing Partner - Laing O Rourke/Crown House Technologies

Are you a procurement manager working in the MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing) sector? Do you have subcontractor package procurement experience? Crown House Technologies, Laing O Rourke s in-house MEP Engineering business, is seeking a skilled and passionate Procurement Manager to join our team at either our Worksop or Oldbury based office. We offer an inclusive environment with opportunities for personal and professional growth, flexible working arrangements, and long-term career progression.

Role purpose:
As a Procurement Manager, you ll work with a senior member of the procurement team to lead the delivery of a best-in-class procurement service for projects and business units. You ll collaborate with the supply chain to drive value and efficiency and contribute to exceeding client and stakeholder expectations.

• Lead the implementation of procurement plans, guided by the pillar procurement leader or senior procurement lead.
• Manage project-specific procurement, supply chain, and category trades, ensuring seamless execution and alignment with business goals.
• Provide market intelligence, cost advice, and performance feedback to Central Procurement and Work Winning teams.
• Support and mentor a team of procurement professionals, fostering growth, collaboration, and career development.
• Oversee procurement for subcontractors, materials, plant, and services, ensuring alignment with the Project Procurement Strategy and company values.
• Monitor market trends and, where appropriate, propose innovative procurement strategies to enhance opportunities and minimize risks.
• Champion new methods, materials, products, and systems that offer cost-effective, sustainable solutions.
• Develop a deep understanding of market requirements to support bids, live projects, and ongoing business needs.
• Build strong relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and service providers aligned with company values.

• Strong negotiation skills
• Legal & contracting expertise
• Supply base management
• Risk & opportunity management
• Expertise in Project Procurement Strategy
• Knowledge of procurement best practices
• Supply chain planning & logistics
• Product knowledge

• Proven experience in the construction and MEP industries with understanding of project interfaces
• Track record of supporting work-winning activities and contributing to strategic procurement decisions
• Demonstrated success in implementing procurement strategies that deliver value and foster innovation
• Expertise in relevant products and sectors
• Passion for delivering tangible results through effective procurement practices

CHT is one of the UK s most advanced, and innovative, engineering and business services specialists. Part of the Laing O Rourke Group, with over 200 years of experience, we provide a complete Building Services package including off-site manufacturing and assembly for modular MEICA packages. We are committed to accessibility in recruitment as part of the Disability Confident scheme.

As part of the Disability Confident scheme, we offer the  Offer an interview  scheme to enable access for candidates with long-term health conditions and disabilities. Please let us know prior to interview what adjustments are required, and how we can support you in the workplace. If you need the application form in an alternative format or would like to know more about our recruitment process, please email re

• Seniority level:
  Mid-Senior level
• Employment type:
  
  Full-time
• Job function:
  Purchasing and Supply Chain
• Industries:
  Construction and Engineering Services