Procurement Project Manager

Mace combines construction expertise with consultancy to unlock potential in every person or project and redefine the boundaries of ambition. Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey.

We are looking to appoint a Senior Procurement Project Manager to join our Defence team in Reading and lead the procurement of a Construction Partner for a major multibillion pound programme delivering multiple new build facilities. This is a pivotal role requiring strong leadership, commercial awareness and a deep understanding of complex construction procurement, ensuring the successful delivery of a robust, compliant and high‑performing procurement process within a dynamic and highly regulated environment.

Note: Due to the security requirements of the role, candidates must be eligible to obtain and maintain UK security clearance.

You’ll be responsible for:

• Managing the end to end procurement of a Construction Partner for a multi‑billion pound programme.
• Managing and coordinating a multidisciplinary team (project, commercial and contract specialists)
• Developing and delivering the sourcing strategy and core procurement documentation (Scope, ITP, ISIT, contracts)
• Driving the procurement programme, ensuring all milestones and deliverables are achieved.
• Chairing procurement meetings and ensuring clear actions, ownership and delivery tracking.
• Managing the full tender process, including clarifications, evaluation and moderation of submissions.
• Managing post‑tender engagement and supporting contractor selection and award.
• Ensuring alignment of procurement activities with the overall business case and delivery model.
• Managing procurement risks, including maintaining the risk register and mitigation strategies.
• Providing regular progress updates, including risks, issues and escalation where required.
• Reviewing and assuring the quality and consistency of procurement documentation across the team.
• Working closely with commercial teams to support robust financial and contractual evaluation.

You’ll need to have:

• Proven experience leading complex procurement on large construction or infrastructure programmes.
• Strong understanding of construction delivery and design integration within major projects.
• Experience of public and/or private sector procurement and complex delivery models.
• Strong knowledge of NEC4 ECC contracts and commercial principles.
• Excellent stakeholder management, leadership and communication skills.
• SC clearance (or eligibility) with the ability to operate in a secure, confidential environment.

What’s on offer:

• Car allowance.
• Hybrid working.
• Medical health cover.
• Life insurance.
• Income protection insurance.
• Pension scheme.
• Discretionary annual salary reviews.
• Family friendly policies.
• 22 days annual leave + 2 Mace days + 3 days Christmas shutdown + 1 additional day leave for every 2 years of service + Bank holidays.

Our values

Safety first - Going home safe and well: We champion a safe, diverse and inclusive working environment, understanding the importance of wellbeing in every team.

Client focus - Deliver on our promise: We own the quality of deliverables, strategic outcomes and build long term relationships with our clients.

Integrity - Always do the right thing: We influence positive outcomes within our industry, while always aligning with our compliance obligations.

Create opportunity - For our people to excel: We champion a continuous improvement culture throughout all activities, inspiring our people and teams to develop. 

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable with-in the role.

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