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
Only candidates based in UK and eligible to work in UK are allowed