Procurement Manager (Estates) Job at Coventry, University of Warwick Full Time

The Role

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to join our Estates Office team at the University of Warwick — a top 10 UK university ranked 74th globally. You will lead end-to-end procurement of capital construction projects across the University’s Estates portfolio, including new build, refurbishment, and M&E works, managing spend of up to circa £10M p.a.

Working closely with Estates colleagues and project teams, you will develop and implement category strategies, run competitive tender processes (SQ/PQQ, ITT, evaluation, and contract award), and manage NEC, JCT and consultancy frameworks — all in compliance with the Procurement Act 2023 and public sector regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and deliver procurement strategies for construction, refurbishment, M&E works, and works-related professional services.
• Lead full cradle-to-grave procurement processes including SQ/PQQ, ITT, evaluation, and contract award.
• Appoint and manage consultancy frameworks (architects, engineers, quantity surveyors, project managers).
• Negotiate and manage contracts, ensuring value for money and effective supplier performance.
• Champion best procurement practice and support stakeholders across the Estates Office.
• Ensure compliance with public sector regulations and relevant funding conditions (e.g. UKRI, OfS).

About You

• Demonstrable experience delivering cradle-to-grave procurement for construction projects, including SQ/PQQ, ITT, evaluation, and contract award.
• Familiar with NEC, JCT or other standard forms of works contract.
• Strong negotiation and contract management skills with sound commercial awareness.
• Knowledge of public sector procurement regulations (Procurement Act 2023 / PCR 2015).
• MCIPS qualified or working towards it (or equivalent experience).
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.

Why Warwick?

• Grade FA6 with a £5,000 p.a. non-pensionable market supplement.
• Hybrid working — up to 40% remote after induction.
• Generous annual leave and access to outstanding campus facilities.
• Active CPD support and access to professional sector networks.