Company Description

Six Construct, a subsidiary of the BESIX Group, is the largest Belgian construction company operating in the Middle East. The company combines the efforts of a highly skilled workforce, along with strategic planning and innovative use of technology to overcome the most complex business challenges. Six Construct is a multi-services company that operates in the construction of commercial and residential buildings, sport and leisure facilities, infrastructure and marine-related projects. The company currently employs a workforce of approximately 4,000 in the Middle East, and a total of 10,000 worldwide.

Job Description

What You’ll Drive

Procurement Strategy & Governance

Implement and continuously refine the centralized procurement framework across the region.Maintain the highest ethical standards and ensure procurement integrity in all dealings.Ensure compliance with BESIX procurement policies, contractual standards, and governance rules.

Digital Procurement Systems

Work within digital procurement platforms and lead further system enhancements and integration (Felix or other / Candy / 4PS).Standardize workflows, approval systems, templates, and reporting.Train project teams and ensure full adoption across all business units.

Project Support & Operations Integration

Manage weekly project visits by proc. team to review procurement status with project teams.Facilitate procurement planning sessions and risk reviews.Ensure procurement schedules are aligned with overall project programs and critical path activities.Act as a bridge between site operations, Tender, Engineering, Commercial, as part of Shared Services.

Sourcing, Tendering & Negotiation

Lead sourcing strategies for high-value and strategic packages.Conduct competitive bidding, commercial evaluations, and final negotiations.Ensure best-value procurement with optimal pricing, warranties, delivery schedules, and contractual protection.

Framework Agreements & Brussels Coordination

Set up framework agreements with key vendors and subcontractors.Align with Brussels Procurement for global procurement leverage.Identify and implement bulk procurement opportunities (e.g., rebar, steel, MEP materials).

Vendor Management & Supplier Relations

Develop, maintain, and score the vendor database for prequalification, performance, and risk.Organize supplier engagement events and capability workshops.Monitor regional market trends, cost inflation, and supply chain risks.

Reporting & Dashboards

Prepare the monthly procurement dashboard for each project.Track procurement progress, risks, savings, delays, and supplier performance.Present regional procurement insights to management every month.

HR & People Leadership Responsibilities

Team Development

Develop and expand a capable procurement team for Middle East.Define job roles, skills matrix, and succession plan.

Staff KPIs & Performance

Set clear KPIs for all procurement staff.Hold weekly check-in meetings to track progress, bottlenecks, and development needs.Conduct annual and mid-year performance evaluations.Coach and mentor team members to grow procurement maturity and professionalism.

Shared Services Culture

Embed Shared Services values of collaboration, transparency, and service excellence.Promote cross-functional teamwork with TEC, DED/BED, COM, and Operations.

Qualifications

You’re a Great Fit If You Have

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Quantity Surveying, Supply Chain, Procurement, or Business

Experience

20+ years of procurement experience within the combined design, construction, EPC, or infrastructure sectorExperience in a senior or corporate procurement leadership roleStrong exposure to large-scale projects, multinational suppliers, and subcontracting environments

Technical & Professional Skills

Strong understanding of construction contracts, procurement routes, and commercial termsProven expertise in negotiation, supplier management, and cost controlKnowledge of FIDIC-based contracts and regional construction practicesKnowledge of Tax, Letter of Credit

Additional Information

Six Construct is guided by our core values of respect, excellence, co-creation, passion, and unity. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, secure, and motivated to reach their full potential.