Interim Procurement Manager - Construction

Are you an experienced procurement professional with expertise in construction and capital projects? We are seeking a Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing and category management across a diverse construction portfolio. You'll support key construction projects, shape procurement strategy, drive value for money, and ensure compliant, sustainable procurement practices.

Client Details

This public sector organisation is a well-established entity dedicated to delivering essential services to the community. As a medium-sized organisation, it operates with a clear focus on procurement excellence and compliance within the construction industry.

Description

Key responsibilities for the Interim Procurement Manager include:

• Lead the development and delivery of procurement strategies across construction, capital projects, and wider capital programme spend.
• Manage end-to-end procurement activity, including market engagement, tendering, evaluation, contract award, and contract management.
• Partner with stakeholders to support the successful delivery of infrastructure, regeneration, property, leisure, and community-based projects.
• Provide commercial and procurement expertise on major capital investments, ensuring compliance, value for money, and effective risk management.
• Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships to drive performance, innovation, social value, and sustainability outcomes.
• Support the procurement of works, services, and consultancy contracts associated with construction and capital programmes.
• Identify opportunities for efficiencies, cost savings, and continuous improvement across the category portfolio.
• Ensure procurement activity aligns with organisational objectives, governance requirements, and public sector procurement regulations.

Profile

A successful Interim Procurement Manager should have:

• Significant experience in procurement, category management, or strategic sourcing within the construction sector.
• Strong knowledge of public sector procurement legislation and best practice.
• Experience managing complex tenders and high-value contracts.
• Excellent stakeholder management, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• The ability to balance commercial objectives with service delivery requirements.
• Ideally, a professional procurement qualification (CIPS Level 4 or above) or equivalent experience.

Job Offer

• A daily rate of between 450 - 550 per day inside IR35.
• Opportunity to work in a public sector organisation with a focus on construction procurement.
• Interim position.
• Chance to contribute to impactful projects within a supportive environment.