Job description
Role Overview
PMC Lead Procurement Engineer at Wood PLC. The Lead Procurement Engineer is responsible for leading all procurement-related activities within a PMC organization for offshore oil & gas or renewable energy projects.
Company Overview
Wood's Oil, Gas & New Energies business is built on a strong legacy of delivering large and complex projects for national and international energy companies across the globe. Wood is the market-leading provider of integrated and innovative solutions in oil and gas upstream and midstream, onshore and offshore, gas to liquids, and decarbonization and electrification markets. The business is characterized by experienced teams, a proven delivery model, and a strong reputation for steady and predictable delivery.
Role Purpose
To lead all procurement activities within the PMC team for ADNOC projects, ensuring compliance with ADNOC standards, project timelines, budget constraints, and contractual requirements. The role ensures strategic sourcing, contractor and vendor selection, and effective coordination between ADNOC, EPC contractors, and suppliers.
Key Responsibilities
Strategy & Planning
- Develop and implement project procurement strategies aligned with ADNOC guidelines.
- Prepare Procurement Plans, Vendor Lists, and long-lead item strategies.
- Identify procurement risks and mitigation plans.
- Support early engagement for critical and long-lead equipment.
Vendor Management & Prequalification
- Manage prequalification of vendors in line with ADNOC approved vendor lists (AVL).
- Monitor EPC contractor procurement performance.
- Ensure adherence to approved vendor lists and project specifications.
- Manage supplier performance, expediting, and delivery schedules.
Procurement Execution
- Oversee preparation of ITTs (Invitation to Tender), RFQs, and bid evaluation reports.
- Lead technical and commercial bid clarifications.
- Participate in contract negotiations and award recommendations.
Compliance & Governance
- Ensure compliance with ADNOC Group Procurement Policies and ICV (In-Country Value) requirements.
- Ensure compliance with ADNOC HSE, QA/QC, and ethical procurement standards.
- Ensure transparency and audit readiness.
- Implement anti-corruption and procurement governance policies.
Cost & Budget Management
- Ensure procurement activities remain within approved budgets.
- Track cost savings initiatives and value engineering opportunities.
- Review and validate variation orders related to procurement.
Dispute Resolution
- Resolve procurement-related disputes and claims.
Reporting & Coordination
- Provide procurement status reports to ADNOC and project management.
- Coordinate with Engineering, Construction, QA/QC, and Finance teams.
- Participate in progress meetings with ADNOC stakeholders.
Qualifications & Experience
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or related field.
- Minimum 20+ years of experience within the oil & gas sector.
- Minimum 10 years in Procurement Management.
Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of ADNOC procurement systems (SAP, ARIBA preferred).
- Strong contract negotiation skills.
- Familiarity with ICV compliance requirements.
- Risk assessment and supply chain management.
- Commercial and contractual awareness (FIDIC knowledge preferred).
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Excellent technical team and interpersonal skills.
Additional Information
- Meaningful and interesting projects delivered to high-profile clients across the Energy Sector.
- Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion.
- Competitive remuneration package with regular reviews.
- Medical Insurance covering inpatient and outpatient care.
- Group Life and Personal Accident Insurance.
- End of Service Gratuity in line with UAE Labor Law.
- Employee Share Plan offering the opportunity to purchase Wood shares with company match.
- Long Service Award recognizing commitment and loyalty at 5-year service milestones.
- Commitment to continued professional development with tailored development plans.
- Global connections with experts at the leading edge of the industry.
- Energy Transition Academy providing access to a community of experts sharing knowledge on existing and emerging energy systems.