Job Description

Senior Procurement Manager

Job Location City: Ipswich

Country/Region: United Kingdom

Contract Type: Permanent Contract

Full/Part Time: Full Time

Remote/Onsite: Hybrid

Travel Requirements: Occasional travel

Requisition ID: 1942
Information at a Glance

The Civil Works Alliance

We are recruiting for an experienced procurement professional to join the Civil Works Alliance (CWA) as we take on the crucial task of delivering Sizewell C-a 3.2-gigawatt power station that will generate low-carbon electricity for around 6 million homes and play a vital role in the UK's energy future for at least 60 years.

As part of our Procurement team, you will help us create and deliver best-in-class procurement strategies, ensuring the project's supply chain is robust, innovative, and fully aligned to the highest standards of ethics, sustainability, and value. This is a significant opportunity to be at the centre of a project of national importance, leading operational excellence and building relationships that drive genuine impact for the industry, local communities, and the environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Implementing the Contracting Strategy and Delivery & Contracting Plan as directed by the Procurement Lead
• Meeting Procurement and Supply Chain commitments within the Programme Alliance Agreement
• Leveraging opportunities with peers to mitigate market risk and deliver project-wide efficiencies
• Developing strategic and tactical plans for supply chain resources to support current and forecasted project demands
• Ensuring supply chain performance meets the operational and commercial requirements of the business
• Leading significant negotiations to secure effective commercial outcomes and manage risk
• Supporting procurement and estimating teams with tendering, market analysis, supplier selection, risk assessment and forecasting
• Building, developing, and retaining an inclusive and skilled procurement team to meet CWA's ambitions
• Supporting training, appraisals, retention, and recruitment activities
• Ensuring ethical and consistent procurement, complying with governance, best practice, legislation, and nuclear regulations
• Developing and maintaining a project supplier database linked to Compete For, including market assessments and engagement tracking
• Monitoring markets to identify and propose alternative procurement strategies where required
• Building robust working relationships with suppliers, sub-contractors, and service providers to achieve best value for Sizewell C
• Driving local, diverse, and SME engagement, including assisting in "Meet the Buyer" events and community outreach
• Leading on the implementation of our Sustainable Procurement Plan
• Upholding a relentless focus on "Zero Harm" and safety at every stage

What we are looking for:

• Substantial experience working within the construction industry, with a deep understanding of supply chain and procurement interfaces
• Strong negotiation skills, knowledge of legal and contracting law, supplier relationship management, and risk/opportunity management
• Proven ability to plan and manage procurement resources of varied experience and capability
• Clear communicator, able to deliver robust procurement strategies and make measured, value-focused decisions under pressure
• Demonstrable record of achieving added value through your procurement work

It would be beneficial if you are:

• MCIPS qualified, chartered with a relevant construction institute (CIOB, RICS), or hold an industry-recognised qualification (Diploma, HNC, or degree)
• Experienced in project management, commercial acumen, and social sustainability

At CWA, we are dedicated to building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve and encourages a truly inclusive working environment. If you are ready to help deliver a project that will define the UK's energy landscape for generations, we invite you to click the following link to apply.