PMC Procurement Manager (SPB)

Role Overview

PMC Procurement Manager (SPB) at Wood PLC, based in Abu Dhabi. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced procurement manager with extensive FEED experience on high-profile Middle East projects, specifically supporting ADNOC clients in offshore oil and gas development.

Company Overview

Wood is a global leader in consulting, engineering and operations for the energy and materials sectors with 33,000 people in around 50 countries. Across EMEA, teams provide solutions and expertise to support a growing client base, focused on combining maintenance and operations with asset management, modifications and engineering services across the energy and materials markets. The company is centered around building partnerships with clients across three regions: UK, Norway, and the Middle East and Africa. Wood forms the Energy & Materials pillar of Sidara, a global partnership uniting leading multidisciplinary engineering, design, and project management companies.

Role Purpose

Establish and execute comprehensive project procurement strategies aligned with project execution schedules and delivery targets. Manage all aspects of vendor selection, contract negotiations, and supplier performance to ensure timely procurement of equipment, materials, and services while maintaining budget control and supporting construction and commissioning requirements.

Key Responsibilities

Strategy & Planning

• Establish project procurement plans and strategies aligned with project execution schedules.
• Develop and implement the overall project procurement strategy.
• Establish procurement execution plans aligned with project schedules.
• Define sourcing strategies for major equipment, materials, and contracts.
• Identify long-lead items and establish procurement priorities.
• Ensure procurement objectives support project delivery milestones.

Sourcing & Vendor Management

• Develop sourcing and contracting approaches for major packages.
• Oversee preparation and issuance of RFQs, RFPs, and tender packages.
• Review tender documents, commercial terms, and procurement procedures.
• Coordinate technical and commercial bid evaluations.
• Lead commercial negotiations with suppliers and contractors.
• Recommend contract awards and purchase order placements.
• Manage vendor prequalification and selection processes.
• Evaluate supplier capability, capacity, and financial stability.
• Maintain approved vendor databases.
• Monitor supplier performance and contractual compliance.
• Resolve supplier-related commercial and delivery issues.

Schedule & Delivery

• Monitor procurement schedules and critical milestones.
• Ensure timely issuance of RFQs, bid evaluations, and contract awards.
• Track long-lead items to avoid project delays.
• Track critical and long-lead equipment deliveries.
• Coordinate with expediting teams to ensure on-time delivery.
• Identify schedule risks and implement recovery actions.

Risk & Cost Management

• Identify procurement risks and mitigation measures.
• Support achievement of project delivery targets.
• Ensure procurement activities support construction and commissioning requirements.
• Ensure procurement is executed within approved budgets.
• Analyze vendor quotations and commercial proposals.
• Optimize costs through competitive sourcing and negotiations.
• Monitor commitments, expenditures, and procurement forecasts.
• Support value engineering and cost reduction initiatives.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in engineering and supply chain.
• Minimum 20 years of experience in procurement role within the oil and gas industry.
• Proven experience working on ADNOC offshore projects or similar Middle East offshore developments is highly preferred.
• Strong experience in detailed design engineering for offshore oil and gas facilities, including topsides, jackets, modules, platforms, and brownfield modifications.
• Sound understanding of international codes and standards, including ISA, IEC, API, NFPA, and relevant ADNOC engineering standards.
• Prior experience within a central engineering or shared services environment is an advantage.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong coordination skills with multidisciplinary engineering teams, vendors, contractors, and clients.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced EPC/EPCM/PMC environment on multi-billion-dollar offshore projects.
• Good communication, technical reporting, and problem-solving skills.

Additional Information

Location

Position is based at the Wood office in Abu Dhabi due to the nature of projects and client expectations.

What We Offer

• Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high-profile clients across the Energy Sector.
• Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: the organization is actively committed to diversity and inclusion across the business.
• Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews to ensure rewards align with market levels.
• Medical Insurance: ensures inpatient and outpatient medical care is available should treatment be required.
• Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance: the company provides Life Assurance cover.
• End of Service Gratuity: in line with UAE Labor Law, all employees are eligible for an End of Service benefit.
• The Employee Share Plan: gives opportunity to purchase Wood shares and receive a match from the company.
• Long Service Award: Wood values commitment and loyalty of employees, celebrating Long Service at 5-year service milestones.
• Commitment to continued professional development: development plans tailored to individual needs and interests.
• Global connections: join experts around the world who are at the leading edge of the industry, shaping the standards of the profession.
• Energy Transition Academy: join a community of experts sharing knowledge and gaining exposure to a variety of existing and emerging energy systems, delivered by experts in their field.

Equal Opportunity

Wood is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All suitably qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment on the basis of objective criteria and without regard to race, color, age, religion, gender, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or other characteristics in accordance with relevant governing laws.