Senior Buyer - M&E/MEP - Rail/Construction/Engineering

Senior Project Buyer - M&E (Rail & Infrastructure) Location: Birmingham / Site (3 days per week) Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 This is an opportunity to step into a pivotal procurement role supporting major rail and infrastructure programmes, working for a specialist subcontractor delivering into Tier 1 clients/programmes. If you have a strong background in M&E / MEP procurement and enjoy operating at the sharp end of complex projects, this role offers real ownership, pace, and influence. You will be directly supporting the delivery of high-value packages where procurement performance has a measurable impact on project success. The Role You will take the lead on procurement across mechanical and electrical packages, ensuring materials, subcontractors, and suppliers are in place to meet demanding programme and commercial targets. Working closely with project and commercial teams, you will play a key role in driving value, managing risk, and keeping delivery on track. Key responsibilities include: • Leading end-to-end procurement of M&E packages across live rail and infrastructure projects • Managing and developing relationships with key suppliers and specialist subcontractors • Negotiating competitive commercial terms and securing best value for projects • Supporting delivery teams with procurement strategy, planning, and cost control • Monitoring supply chain performance and resolving issues to avoid programme delays • Managing variations and ensuring purchase orders reflect live project changes • Ensuring procurement processes are structured, efficient, and aligned to project needs • Working closely with Tier 1 contractors and internal stakeholders to maintain alignment • Identifying opportunities for cost savings and continuous improvement What we're looking for • Experience as a Senior Buyer within M&E / MEP in rail or infrastructure environments • Background working for a subcontractor or delivering into Tier 1 contractors • Strong supplier network across M&E or infrastructure supply chains • Commercially astute with strong negotiation skills • Experience working in fast-paced, project-driven environments • Ability to manage multiple packages and competing deadlines • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills • A proactive, hands-on approach with a focus on delivery This role offers the chance to work on high-profile infrastructure programmes, with real visibility across projects and the opportunity to influence outcomes through strong procurement leadership. If you enjoy working at pace, building supplier relationships, and being close to delivery, this is a role where you can make a tangible impact.