About the role
A leading master developer in Abu Dhabi is looking for a Director, Procurement to lead the procurement and contracts function for large-scale, master-planned communities and real estate developments. You will set the procurement strategy, secure best value and manage supply risk across consultants, contractors and suppliers, from early design through construction and handover.
Responsibilities
- Define and lead the procurement strategy for development, infrastructure and construction packages
- Lead tendering and award for design consultants, infrastructure and main contractors, and specialist suppliers
- Develop procurement plans aligned with project programmes, budgets and cash flow
- Negotiate and finalise contracts (FIDIC and bespoke forms), commercial terms and variations
- Manage the approved vendor and contractor database, including prequalification and performance evaluation
- Drive cost savings, value engineering and long-term framework agreements
- Ensure compliance with company policies, delegation of authority, governance and Abu Dhabi regulations
- Manage supply chain risk, including market volatility, material availability and contractor capacity
- Work closely with Development, Project, Finance, Legal and Commercial teams
- Report to senior management on procurement performance, savings and pipeline
- Build, lead and develop a high-performing procurement team
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management, Business or a related field (Master’s or MBA preferred)
- [15+] years in procurement and contracts, including [5+] years in a senior leadership role
- Proven experience in procurement within a master developer, in Abu Dhabi
- Strong experience procuring infrastructure and large-scale construction packages
- Deep knowledge of contract forms, tendering and commercial negotiation
- Strong understanding of the Abu Dhabi market, supplier landscape and regulations
- Excellent leadership, stakeholder management and negotiation skills
- CIPS, RICS or equivalent professional qualification is an advantage
