Snr. Procurement Specialist

Requisition ID: 282446 

• Relocation Authorized: National - Single 
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project 
• Work Location: Riyadh 

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New Murabba Project Infrastructure” which will be built around the concept of sustainability, featuring green areas and walking and cycling paths that will enhance the quality of life by promoting healthy, active lifestyles and community activities. It will also feature an iconic museum, a technology and design university, a multipurpose immersive theater, and more than 80 entertainment and culture venues. 

The project will be situated at the intersection of King Salman and King Khalid roads to the North West of Riyadh, over an area of 19 square kilometers, to accommodate hundreds of thousands of residents. The project will offer more than 25 million sqm of floor area, featuring more than 104,000 residential units, 9,000 hotel rooms, and more than 980,000 sqm of retail space, as well as 1.4 million sqm of office space, 620,000 sqm of leisure assets, and 1.8 million sqm of space dedicated to community facilities.

The New Murabba project will offer a unique living, working and entertainment experience within a 15-minute walking radius and will have its own internal transport system. It will be approximately 20-minutes' drive from the airport.

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Bechtel are providing Project Management Consultancy Services on the New Murabba Project in Riyadh, the home of the Mukaab.

The advertised role is for an exciting position on a fast paced and challenging project, working in multi-disciplinary teams on Riyadh’s ambitious vision for a new, modern downtown. Powered by technology of the future and inspired by Saudi Arabia’s rich traditions and culture, this mega project is one of the world’s leading and most ambitious construction projects.

The successful candidate will collaborate with experts in their fields and be supported by senior colleagues providing a fertile environment for progression, growth, and advancement.

The Specialist will procure simple to moderate contract packages.

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Subcontract Management

• Implements the Supply Chain Assignment Schedule which records the Project’s agreed assignment of various subcontract management tasks and the Standard Work Process Procedures applicable to Subcontract Management
• Manages assigned subcontracts maintaining a continual review of progress and providing management with information regarding projected financial or technical difficulties 
• Coordinates with designated staff on operational activities affecting contractual rights and obligations, subcontract performance,  and other major matters 
• Manages less complex contract changes by negotiating with customer personnel and obtaining settlement 
• Communicates information programs to ensure mutual understanding of subcontract terms and conditions
• Prepares periodic status reports for management 

Subcontract Formation 

• Conforms and ensures subcontract execution 
• Directs negotiation in the commitment of subcontracts 
• Prepares bidders’ lists and pre-qualifies bidders 
• Forms bid request packages and issues bid request packages to approved bidders 
• Coordinates bidders’ questions and answers to those questions 
• Receives bids and evaluates bids commercially 
• Prepares Commercial Bid Summary and recommendations 
• Recommends and secures approvals in accordance with established procedures 
• Prepares subcontract documents for execution 
• Prepares and organizes assigned meetings, such as pre-bid, bid clarification and pre-award meetings, for the purpose of ensuring complete understanding and agreement between Bechtel, the customer and contractor on all contractual matters 
• After reviewing plan and agenda with supervisor, conducts meeting and prepares and issues meeting notes delineating important statements, required actions and schedules 

• Requires bachelor's degree (or equivalent)
• 5+ years of relevant work experience (for Specialist). 10+ years of relevant work experience (for Snr. Specialist)
• Experience of working in the Construction or Engineering industry

• Working knowledge of contract pricing structures, contract law, contract drafting, tendering procedures & requirements
• Ability to review contracts and documents for accuracy and compliance, identifying potential issues.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effectively interacting with clients, contractors, and stakeholders.
• Knowledge of when to engage legal, commercial, and functional support
• Understanding of project management principles and practices to oversee contract execution against project timelines
• Strong organizational skills to manage multiple contracts and ensure documentation is thorough and accessible.
• Knowledge of engineering/construction industry contracting practices, applicable government and commercial regulations and practices, and policies, procedures, and work practices

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