Company Description
When you join AECOM, you become part of a company that is pioneering the future. Our teams around the world are involved in some of the most cutting-edge and innovative projects and programs of our time, addressing the big challenges of today and shaping the built environment for generations to come. We ensure a workplace that encourages growth, flexibility and creativity, as well as a company culture that champions inclusion, diversity and overall employee well-being through programs supported by company leadership. Our core values define who we are, how we act and what we aspire to, which comes down to not only delivering a better world, but working to make amazing happen in each neighborhood, community and city we touch. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in each person's potential, and we'll help you reach yours.
Job Description
Procurement strategy and planning: Develop category strategies (civil works, MEP, equipment, materials, services) aligned to project schedules, budgets, and risk profiles.
- Sourcing and market intelligence: Build and maintain qualified supplier panels; conduct market scans, benchmarking, and should‑cost analyses to drive competitive outcomes.
- Tendering lifecycle: Prepare RFI/RFQ/RFP packs, manage pre‑bid meetings, administer bid cycles, and ensure transparent, audit‑ready processes.
- Bid evaluation: Lead technical–commercial evaluations with engineering, QS, and project controls; run TCO and life‑cycle cost analyses; recommend awards.
- Negotiation and award: Drive structured negotiations to secure price, terms, delivery, warranties, LDs, and performance securities; finalize PO/LOA/contract documentation.
- Contracting and compliance: Draft and administer contracts using relevant forms (e.g., FIDIC/NEC/EPC); ensure adherence to legal, ethical, and company compliance standards.
- Supplier performance management: Set KPIs, chair reviews, resolve under‑performance, and maintain development plans; manage claims, variations, and change orders.
- Cost and risk control: Deliver savings, avoidances, and cash‑flow improvements; maintain risk registers and mitigation plans; support contingency management.
- Expediting and logistics coordination: Track manufacturing, inspections, logistics, and deliveries to meet site needs; interface with site teams to resolve bottlenecks.
- Systems and data governance: Use e‑procurement/ERP tools for requisition-to-pay; maintain clean master data, contracts repository, and audit trails.
- Sustainability and ESG: Embed safety, quality, local content, and sustainable procurement principles; track supplier EHS and ESG compliance.
- Stakeholder engagement: Partner with project directors, construction, design, QS, finance, legal, and HSE to align procurement with project execution.
- Team support and mentorship: Guide junior buyers/engineers in processes, templates, and negotiations; share best practices and lessons learned.
- Reporting: Publish procurement schedules, status dashboards, risk/actions, supplier KPIs, and savings/VA/VE outcomes.
Qualifications
Education: Graduate Engineer (B.E./B.Tech) and/or MBA/Post‑Graduation in Construction Management.
- Experience: Minimum 8 years in procurement within EPC/Construction/Infrastructure or related sectors.
- Domain exposure: Civil, structural, architectural finishes, MEP, plant/equipment, and construction services procurement.
- Contracting knowledge: Working familiarity with FIDIC/NEC/EPC forms, LDs, warranties, indemnities, bonds/guarantees.
- Tools: Proficiency with e‑procurement/ERP suites (e.g., SAP/Ariba, Oracle/Jaggaer or equivalent) and MS Excel/PowerPoint for analytics and reporting.
- Compliance: Strong understanding of ethics, anti‑corruption, and audit requirements in procurement.
Additional Information
At AECOM, we are committed to maintaining a secure and trustworthy recruitment process and take any fraudulent hiring activity seriously.
To support this commitment, all newly hired employees are required to attend an in-person Day 1 onboarding at an AECOM office location as a condition of employment.
About AECOM
AECOM is proud to offer comprehensive benefits to meet the diverse needs of our employees. Depending on your employment status, AECOM benefits may include medical, dental, vision, life, AD&D, disability benefits, paid time off, leaves of absences, voluntary benefits, perks, flexible work options, well-being resources, employee assistance program, business travel insurance, service recognition awards, retirement savings plan, and employee stock purchase plan.
AECOM is the global infrastructure leader, committed to delivering a better world. As a trusted professional services firm powered by deep technical abilities, we solve our clients complex challenges in water, environment, energy, transportation and buildings. Our teams partner with public- and private-sector clients to create innovative, sustainable and resilient solutions throughout the project lifecycle – from advisory, planning, design and engineering to program and construction management. AECOM is a Fortune 500 firm that had revenue of $16.1 billion in fiscal year 2025. Learn more at aecom.com.
What makes AECOM a great place to work
You will be part of a global team that champions your growth and career ambitions. Work on groundbreaking projects - both in your local community and on a global scale - that are transforming our industry and shaping the future. With cutting-edge technology and a network of experts, you'll have the resources to make a real impact. Our award-winning training and development programs are designed to expand your technical expertise and leadership skills, helping you build the career you've always envisioned. Here, you'll find a welcoming workplace built on respect, collaboration and community - where you have the freedom to grow in a world of opportunity.
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe in your potential and are here to help you achieve it. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
ReqID: REF59161S
Business Line: B&P - Buildings & Places
Business Group: DCS
Strategic Business Unit: Europe & India
Career Area: Procurement & Supply Chain
Work Location Model: On-Site
