Procurement Manager
2 weeks ago
The purpose of the TasWater Capital Delivery Office (CDO) is to ensure cost-effective and timely delivery of quality capital works projects for TasWater that will meet the needs of TasWater’s business, their stakeholders and the communities of Tasmania for years to come. The TasWater CDO manages the TasWater Capital Works Program from inception to completion including the planning, design, procurement, and delivery phases.
As an alliance we offer many benefits, which include; flexible working arrangements, an opportunity to super charge your career by working on world class projects, a variety of different career paths and opportunities, competitive remuneration packages, relocation assistance, paid parental leave and an inclusive and supportive team culture that celebrates our wins and recognises individual and team achievements.
About the Role
UGL are looking for a Procurement Manager to assist in the delivery of our procurement & commercial commitments for our TasWater CDO projects. This role can be based out of Hobart, Launceston or Devonport, this will be a fixed term contract opportunity.
What will a day in this role look like
- Develop and implement sound strategic, business and improvement plans that address procurement policies, commercial issues and ensure contract compliance with time bars, submissions, notices and the like
- Tender commercial evaluation
- Periodically review materials requirements and investigate sources of supply from both local and overseas markets with focus on value for money
- Determine procurement benchmarks
- Manage contract negotiations with suppliers and subcontractors
- Review subcontract commercial conditions and provide advice as to consistency of terms and conditions with Alliance guidelines
- Investigate and develop supplier agreements to optimize long term price and delivery performance
- Prepare and issue tenders for inventory and panel subcontract items
The following qualifications and experience are highly desired, but if you don’t tick all the boxes you could still be a perfect fit for this role. Please apply, all applications will be considered.
What would we expect you to bring to the team
· Degree or Diploma in, Quantity Surveying, Construction Management or equivalent
· Minimum 2 years’ experience in a Contracts Administration or similar position.
· Experience in the use of AS forms of contract
· Strong communication skills (oral & written) including strong negotiation and influencing
skills and the ability to establish effective working relationships with a variety of people
at different levels both internally and externally.
· Demonstrated ability to work independently to organise and prioritise demands, handle
multiple complex tasks simultaneously, set and meet deadlines and follow-through within
a fast paced environment with multiple and competing demands
· Proficient skills in computers: MS Word, email
· Advanced skills in MS Excel
· Experience of SAP Software / accounting and associated reporting desirable
· Experience in a utilities and/or service industry desirable
What we offer
· Diverse opportunities to grow, back yourself and achieve
· The chance to join a 6,000+ strong organisation owned by the CIMIC Group, one of the world's leading international contractors
· Pathways for you to succeed and the space for you to carve your own journey
· Competitive group remuneration and benefits including: health and wellbeing program with company-funded salary continuance insurance
· Flexible work arrangements - have a chat to us around how this can work for you
· A culture that values diversity and innovation, evolving with market changes and new technologies
What makes you right for UGL
· Genuine concern for safety
· Capacity to flourish in a high-performance environment
· An innovative mindset and a willingness to challenge the norm
· A belief that success and value are driven by real teams where everyone has a role to play
About Us
UGL Pty Limited is a leading provider of end-to-end engineering, construction and maintenance services. We are active across rail and transport, communications and technology systems, oil and gas, power, renewables and resources, water and defence markets. UGL partners with some of the world’s largest blue-chip companies and government agencies, private enterprises and public institutions. We are a member of the CIMIC Group of companies.
As a diversified services organisation, UGL appreciates the diversity and richness of its people, and seeks to create inclusive environments that promote your talent and skills
