Procurement Officer

Job Summary:

The Procurement Officer will support EPC project execution by managing end-to-end procurement activities, ensuring timely sourcing, cost efficiency, and compliance with project and contractual requirements.

Job Description

• Procurement of construction material, equipment, hardware, services, etc for EPC project / tender
• Liaise with end users to prepare document for Request for Quotation (RFQ) or Open Tender
• Source potential tenderers/subcontractors and send out invitation for RFQs
• Coordinate queries and clarifications between tenderers and users during RFQ stage
• Price comparison and reviewing of compliance sheet
• Coordinate post-tender interviews between tenderers, construction team, QS team and contracts team.
• Price and terms negotiation
• Prepare and process purchase request/ tender recommendation / variation orders/ site instructions
• Compile and prepare subcontract
• Assist QS manager and contracts manager with matters relevant to Sub-Contract, Works Order and Purchase Order.
• Expediting delivery of Goods and Services, Manage supplier delay
• Assist contracts team in administration of subcontracts
• Handle payment claim received from vendors, process and issue payment certification
• Handle commercial issues with vendors
• Coordination with engineering and site team as well as external vendors
• Any other adhoc tasks assigned by QS Manager / Contracts Manager

Requirements

• Diploma or Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related disciplines.
• Minimum 3 years of procurement experience in construction or EPC projects.
• Preferably with experience in water & wastewater or waste-to-energy industries.
• Knowledge of mechanical works (e.g., fabrication, piping) is an advantage.
• Strong understanding of procurement processes, purchasing practices, and contract administration.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings and specifications.
• Good knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and industry practices.
• Excellent coordination, negotiation, and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint).