.About The Role About this opportunity As a part of the Procurement team assigned to the data centre construction project, you will support a full range of related services. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Services and OFCI equipment procurement & contracting strategy development Strategic Sourcing Development of pricing mechanisms Optioning and cost benefit analysis Cost forecasting Preparing contract documents and drafting terms and conditions Collating invitation to tender packages Development of selection and evaluation criteria Managing tender clarifications / returns and down selection process Negotiation and award of contracts Oversight of subcontracting arrangements and procurement planning Business case and stakeholder management support Contract oversight Ensure contract compliance and oversee assurance process Draft and issue project correspondence on behalf of the client Contract management Claims preparation and assessment Change control and variation management Subcontracting strategy, oversight & approvals Pro-active commercial risk management Lead Project meetings as appropriate As a Gleeds team member, you will have access to: Opportunities to develop and grow your career Employee Assistance Programme Flexible working arrangements About You Who we're looking for: Experience, Knowledge and Key Skills Technical knowledge relating to Procurement, Cost, Supply Chain, and Commercial Management - ideally both pre- and post- contract. Experience in construction industry. Direct experience in data center construction is a plus. Previous experience of providing sourcing, procurement and contracts management support to large scale construction programs and projects. Should have knowledge of international construction industry standards and practices. Excellent communication skills - both oral and written. Methodical way of thinking and approach to work. Excellent problem solving, negotiating, financial and numeracy skills Sound ICT skills, with a high proficiency in MS Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Ability to work as part of a team. Fluency in English. Knowledge of Portuguese is a plus. Qualifications Engineering degree or technical education in construction-related field About Us About us Gleeds is a place to be part of something bigger. We take pride in our diverse and supportive culture that empowers you to make a difference while creating connections with brilliant people – colleagues and clients alike. Enjoy doing work that shapes our collective future, while steering your own journey in a trusting environment. Benefit from our rich heritage and global opportunities as you construct a career with purpose. With over 75 offices across the globe, you'll become part of a truly global team that isn't restricted by borders. We welcome new perspectives and ideas but above all, we believe that quality relationships sit at the heart of good business