Senior Technical Procurement

Clough is seeking an experienced Senior Technical Procurement Specialist to join the Bidding Energy & Resources Team in Sydney! In this role, you will effectively be responsible for driving our bid phase procurement processes and ensure technical excellence, delivering the basis for successful proposals within budget and timeline constraints. As an experienced Technical Procurement professional, you will be responsible for coordinating and planning the procurement process during the proposal phase of a broad range of Energy and Resources projects. The role will involve developing a comprehensive Make or Buy Strategy and ensuring seamless cross-coordination among the various functions involved in the RFQ (Request for Quotation) process. Your goal is to achieve technically and economically robust outputs for our tenders and proposals. Who we are We are a pioneering project delivery company. We harness our people’s innovative thinking through engineering and construction solutions that deliver a sustainable future today. We deliver high performing assets for the energy, resources, and infrastructure industries underpinned by a dedication to innovation, sustainability, and getting the job done safely and efficiently. Our diverse workforce of over 1,000 people across Australia and Asia Pacific is committed to providing exceptional solutions that benefit our business, clients, and communities. Together with our parent company, Webuild, we are delivering some of Australia’s largest projects. Who you are Courageous. Innovative. Passionate. Creative. These are just a few words that describe you. Your focus will include: Reporting during the bid study to the Bid Director, you will be responsible for:

• Working together with the Bid Director and the SteerCo to make or buy execution strategy (Works Self-Performed and Subcontracted)
• Coordinating the preparation of packages to go to market, with input from Construction (methods, planning), Design, estimating (BOQs in line with the estimate structure), and Plant & Equipment inputs
• Coordinating with the Procurement Manager and submitting the Work Packages to Vendors
• Offering clarifications to suppliers after the issuance of the RFQs and assessing the compliance of the offers once they are received, with the support of the relevant departments
• Following the technical alignment of the offers by consulting the team where needed and communicating to the Procurement team the technical validation of the offers received
• Supporting the Estimating Team with deplugging the selected offers, upon Procurement Team’s recommendations

Minimum Requirements:

• Minimum 5+ years experience in the delivery of energy, resources, or similar construction projects
• Proficiency in project management tools and software
• Capable of hands-on management of major equipment packages
• Demonstrated understanding of commercial terms and conditions and ability to negotiate same

We have created an environment that brings out the best in our people. Clough’s people enjoy industry-leading benefits such as:

• Flexible and remote work options to manage work and lifestyle commitments.
• Exposure to a range of iconic projects and industries.
• Ongoing training for career progression.
• Industry-leading paid parental leave program from the day you join.
• Excellent end of trip facilities and free gym onsite.
• Mental health and wellbeing programs.
• Employee assistance program for employees and their families.
• Special offers on private health insurance, salary packaging, banking, travel, groceries, and more.
• Salary continuance insurance (criteria applies).
• A supportive team culture and environment.

We’re building a diverse workforce At Clough, we are committed to building a workforce that reflects the communities in which we work and live, fostering an inclusive environment that accepts every person, embraces their strengths and differences, and provides opportunities for all to achieve their full potential. We are a certified Employer of Choice for Gender Equality by WGEA, a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for All Women, a signatory of the Veterans’ Employment Commitment, a partner of Pride in Diversity as LGBTQIA+ allies, and an active member of CEOs for Gender Equity and Champions for Change Coalition. Apply now to join us! Once we receive your application, it will be reviewed for shortlisting. Should your application be shortlisted, we will contact you for interviewing. Please note: Clough reserves the right to commence the shortlisting process for this role immediately and the right to remove the advertisement before the closing date. Agency submissions will not be considered for this position. Working with Clough provides you with access to challenging projects and career opportunities, along with access to professional development through our various internal and external training programs. #J-18808-Ljbffr