We are hiring a Procurement Engineer – Electrical with strong experience in MEP or Main Contractor companies, responsible for sourcing, evaluating, and negotiating all electrical and mechanical materials required for UAE construction projects. The ideal candidate will ensure technical compliance, cost optimization, and timely delivery through effective vendor management and coordination with project teams.
About the Role – Procurement for UAE Construction Projects
Core Scope: Electrical materials (cables, switchgear, DBs, panels, lighting, ELV) and mechanical materials (HVAC, pumps, valves, piping, FCUs, AHUs)
Process Ownership: Full procurement cycle from PR review to PO preparation and delivery follow-up
Compliance Focus: DEWA, ADDC, DCD, Etisalat/DU, and relevant mechanical authority standards
Systems: ERP-based procurement documentation using SAP, Oracle, or Zoho
Location Advantage: Dubai – a hub for major MEP and main contractor construction activity
Career Growth & Procurement Impact
Strategic Location: Dubai – center of the UAE’s fast-moving construction and MEP sector
Dual Discipline Expertise: Build procurement expertise across both electrical and mechanical packages
Vendor Network: Develop strong supplier relationships across the UAE construction supply chain
Career Growth: Advance into senior procurement or supply chain leadership within construction and MEP
Position Overview
This Procurement Engineer – Electrical role handles sourcing of electrical and mechanical materials for UAE construction projects, reviewing drawings, BOQs, and specifications to conduct technical bid comparisons. You will issue RFQs, evaluate quotations, negotiate pricing, manage the full procurement cycle from PR to delivery, maintain ERP-based documentation, ensure compliance with DEWA, ADDC, DCD, and Etisalat/DU standards, and coordinate closely with engineering, QS, planning, and site teams to keep procurement aligned with project timelines.
Why This Role Matters: As Procurement Engineer, you directly control cost and delivery outcomes for critical electrical and mechanical materials on UAE construction projects, apply technical evaluation skills across both disciplines rather than a single specialty, build and manage strong vendor relationships that shape project success, ensure compliance with major UAE authorities including DEWA and ADDC, and gain full-cycle procurement ownership from RFQ to delivery in a fast-paced construction environment.
Key Responsibilities
Electrical & Mechanical Material Procurement
- Handle sourcing of electrical items: cables, switchgear, DBs, panels, lighting, and ELV
- Handle sourcing of mechanical items: HVAC equipment, pumps, valves, piping, fittings, FCUs, and AHUs
Technical Evaluation
- Review drawings, BOQs, and specifications for both electrical and mechanical packages
- Conduct technical bid comparisons to ensure compliance and value
RFQ Preparation & Vendor Management
- Issue RFQs and evaluate supplier quotations
- Negotiate pricing and maintain strong supplier relationships across the UAE
Cost Optimization & Full Procurement Cycle
- Achieve competitive pricing through strategic negotiation and market benchmarking
- Manage PR review, RFQ issuance, bid evaluation, PO preparation, and delivery follow-ups
- Coordinate material submittals for both electrical and mechanical disciplines
ERP, Compliance & Coordination
- Maintain procurement logs, comparison sheets, trackers, and schedules using ERP systems
- Ensure materials meet DEWA, ADDC, DCD, Etisalat/DU, and relevant mechanical authority standards
- Collaborate with engineering, QS, planning, and site teams to align procurement with timelines
- Track supplier delivery performance, resolve delays, and ensure quality compliance
Qualifications & Requirements
Industry Experience
- Strong background in MEP contracting, main contractor procurement, and UAE construction projects
Technical Expertise
- Expertise in electrical materials, mechanical materials, and technical evaluation
- Strong vendor negotiation and cost control skills
- Understanding of UAE authority compliance requirements (DEWA, ADDC, DCD, Etisalat/DU)
Systems & Documentation Skills
- Proficiency in ERP systems (SAP/Oracle/Zoho) and procurement documentation
- Experience preparing comparison sheets, trackers, and procurement logs
Essential Skills
- Excellent communication, coordination, and stakeholder management skills
- Ability to work under pressure and deliver within project deadlines
About This UAE Construction Procurement Opportunity
This Procurement Engineer role sits within a fast-moving MEP or main contractor construction environment in Dubai, covering both electrical and mechanical material sourcing for major UAE projects. The position offers full ownership of the procurement cycle, strong exposure to authority compliance processes, and the opportunity to build long-term vendor relationships across the UAE construction supply chain.
Career Excellence: Drive procurement strategy and vendor performance for major electrical and mechanical packages on UAE construction projects.
Who Should Apply?
- MEP Procurement Specialists: With experience across electrical and mechanical material sourcing
- Main Contractor Procurement Engineers: Skilled in RFQ issuance, bid evaluation, and vendor negotiation
- ERP-Proficient Professionals: Experienced with SAP, Oracle, or Zoho procurement modules
- Construction Supply Chain Coordinators: Comfortable managing full procurement cycles under deadlines
- Authority Compliance Specialists: Familiar with DEWA, ADDC, DCD, and Etisalat/DU requirements
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