Requirements
Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, industrial, or related discipline) and 15-18+ years of procurement experience in oil & gas, EPC, or offshore projects are required. Minimum 5 years in a lead procurement engineer or procurement lead role is essential. Professional procurement certifications (CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent) are advantageous.
Description
Job description / Role
Job Type
Full Time
Job Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Nationality
Any Nationality
Salary
Not Specified
Gender
Not Specified
Arabic Fluency
Not Specified
Job Function
Purchasing & Procurement
Company Industry
Construction
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The KBR team of teams delivers future-forward science, technology and engineering solutions and mission-critical services that help governments and companies around the world accomplish their most important objectives, while also helping achieve their sustainability goals. KBR Sustainable Technology Solutions provides holistic and value-added solutions across the entire asset life cycle. These include world-class licensed process technologies, differentiated advisory services, deep technical domain expertise, energy transition solutions, high-end design and engineering capabilities, and smart solutions to optimize planned and operating assets.
KBR Abu Dhabi is currently looking to fill a position of Lead Procurement Engineer for an Offshore Water Injection Project to be based in UAE (Abu Dhabi). As soon as the administrative processes are completed, the candidate will relocate to the Spain office and then return to Abu Dhabi.
Job purpose
The Lead Procurement Engineer is responsible for managing and executing procurement activities for a major offshore water injection project, ensuring timely acquisition of materials, equipment, and services in compliance with project specifications, budget, schedule, and company procurement procedures. The role leads supplier engagement, commercial evaluations, contract negotiations, and coordination with engineering, construction, logistics, and project management teams.
Key responsibilities
Procurement management
Lead procurement activities for major equipment packages and bulk materials related to offshore water injection facilities.
Prepare and implement project procurement plans, sourcing strategies, and purchasing schedules.
Ensure procurement activities align with project milestones and delivery requirements.
Monitor procurement progress and provide regular status reports to project management.
Tendering & supplier management
Prepare RFQs, ITBs, commercial bid evaluations, and recommendation reports.
Coordinate with engineering disciplines to develop technical bid packages.
Conduct supplier prequalification, market assessments, and vendor performance evaluations.
Negotiate commercial terms, pricing, delivery schedules, warranties, and payment conditions.
Contract & commercial administration
Review and negotiate procurement contracts and purchase orders.
Identify and mitigate commercial risks throughout the procurement cycle.
Manage variation orders, claims, and contractual correspondences.
Ensure compliance with project, client, and corporate procurement policies.
Expediting & logistics coordination
Monitor supplier manufacturing progress and delivery schedules.
Coordinate with expediting, inspection, and logistics teams to ensure on-time delivery.
Resolve procurement bottlenecks and supplier performance issues.
Support customs clearance and transportation planning for critical project materials.
Stakeholder coordination
Interface with project management, engineering, QA/QC, construction, and vendors.
Participate in project review meetings and procurement progress reviews.
Support client audits and procurement reporting requirements.
Lead procurement team members and provide mentorship where required.
Key equipment & packages
Procurement experience in one or more of the following is highly desirable:
Water injection pumps
Seawater lift pumps
Filtration packages
Deaeration systems
Chemical injection packages
Pressure vessels
Heat exchangers
Offshore structural materials
Piping, valves, and fittings (PVF)
Electrical equipment
Instrumentation & control systems
Subsea and offshore equipment packages
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, instrumentation, industrial, or related discipline).
Professional procurement certifications (CIPS, CPSM, or equivalent) are advantageous.
Experience
15-18+ years of procurement experience in oil & gas, EPC, or offshore projects.
Minimum 5 years in a lead procurement engineer or procurement lead role.
Proven experience delivering procurement packages for offshore upstream facilities, water injection projects, platforms, FPSOs, or subsea developments.
Strong knowledge of international procurement practices and contract management.
About the Company
We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 28,000 people performing diverse, complex and mission critical roles in 34 countries.
KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.
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