Responsibilities – Subcontract Procurement

Lead and manage procurement of subcontract packages to ensure professional execution and adherence to the SCS Procurement Plan. Manage relationships with all stakeholders (internal and external) involved in the procurement process, ensuring a professional, open and collaborative approach. Oversee application of the procurement and supply chain process by the procurement teams, ensuring inclusiveness and diversity of thought to select the best for project decisions/solutions and obtain value for money. Represent the procurement department at project meetings, presenting information as required. Contribute and support all management communication (Dashboards, Board Reports, Portal, News, etc.). Co‑ordination, control and management of procurement activities through the procurement schedule to ensure continuity of the works and programme. Provide effective communication to report procurement progress to key stakeholders and the project control requirements. Contribute to developing individuals within the procurement team, providing tailored training as appropriate.

Responsibilities – Supply Chain Management

Develop and deliver Supply Chain Sustainability to leave a sustainable legacy through the implementation of sustainable, ethical, social value and inclusivity improvements across the SCS supply chain. Deliver and further develop on existing frameworks to evaluate and meaningfully engage with subcontractors to improve their performance of environmental sustainability and social value. Investigate opportunities for improvement in the systems and platforms used for sustainability management in the supply chain and collaborate with relevant industry groups. Oversight and management of Supply Chain Performance through support to the Supply Chain Manager, Performance. Oversight and management of Supply Chain Assurance through support to the Supply Chain Manager, Assurance.

Qualifications

Proven track record of delivery as a supply chain or procurement leader. Experience of building strong relationships with customers/clients at a senior level.\ven collaborative behaviours and experience of delivering an inclusive culture. Experience of developing and delivering a responsible procurement strategy aligned to the principles of ISO 20400 sustainable procurement principles. Good knowledge and practical experience of developing, implementing, maintaining and improving supplier relationships, performance and sustainability assurance. Strong interpersonal skills and robust appreciation of relationship management. Achieved or working towards MCIPS accreditation. Self‑motivated with the ability to work proactively using own initiative. Business acumen and good understanding of the construction market. Minimum job criteria and person specification met (demonstrated in application and pre‑interview stage).

Diversity & Inclusion HS2 – working with Skanska, Costain and STRABAG. We closely monitor job applications to ensure an inclusive recruitment process. Candidates are required to complete a diversity form as part of their application so we can monitor and improve our approach to diversity. All responses are anonymous and data will not be shared with other parties. All data will be held securely, as stated within the Data Protection Act 2018 and UK GDPR, and will be reported to HS2. Project & Benefits The role will work on the HS2 project – the UK's new high speed rail network that connects 8 of the UK's 10 biggest cities with fast, reliable and frequent high speed services. Skanska | Costain | STRABAG (SCS JV) delivers the HS2 London Tunnels Contract covering twin‑bored tunnels, SCL tunnels, shaft sinking, bridge demolition and reconstruction, services diversions, earthworks and construction of site compounds. The successful candidate will join a team that offers opportunities for additional responsibility, participation in our EDI Champions programme, and community engagement such as STEM ambassadorship. Salary: Competitive with an excellent benefits package. #J-18808-Ljbffr