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 16,000 in the Middle East, and a total of 19,000 worldwide.
Job Description
The Procurement Engineer Electrical is responsible for managing the endtoend procurement cycle for all electrical systems and packages, ensuring full alignment with project specifications, BESIX procurement strategies, budgetary requirements, and approved project schedules.
The role focuses on RFQ/RFP preparation, technical and commercial evaluation, supplier coordination, compliance checks, and timely delivery of materials and systems. Close collaboration with Material Engineers, suppliers, Engineering, Planning, Commercial, and Site teams is essential to ensure technical accuracy, cost control, and ontime project execution.
- Execute the procurement of electrical systems and materials, including:
- LV / MV switchgear
- Transformers, generators, and UPS systems
- Lighting systems
- Cables, containment, earthing, and lightning protection
- Prepare RFQs or RFPs with accurate scope, drawings, specifications, BOQs, and draft contract documents.
- Coordinate with the Material Engineer on:
- Material submittals
- PQ (PreQualification) documents
- Technical compliance matrices
- Prepare due diligence reports on new vendors and subcontractors.
- Float enquiries to approved vendors and subcontractors.
- Perform technocommercial evaluations and prepare comparison sheets.
- Conduct technical and commercial clarifications with suppliers.
- Support negotiations on pricing, delivery terms, and technical compliance.
- Prepare procurement recommendations and award documentation.
- Issue Contracts, POs, and LOIs in line with approvals and the authority matrix.
- Maintain procurement logs and longlead item trackers.
- Ensure full compliance with BESIX procurement procedures.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering
- Knowledge of local authority requirements (DEWA / ADDC / SEWA / Kahramaa as applicable)
- Minimum 710 years experience in electrical procurement within largescale construction projects (preferably Tier1 contractors).
- Strong understanding of FIDIC contracts, EPC procurement processes, and supplychain governance.
- Experience managing longlead and missioncritical electrical systems for highrise, hospital, infrastructure, or industrial projects.
- Familiarity with ERP and eprocurement systems (SAP/Oracle/JDE or equivalent).
- Ability to manage procurement risks, cost deviations, and valueengineering initiatives.
- Strong communication skills with the ability to coordinate crossfunctionally with Engineering, Planning, QA/QC, and Commercial.
- Demonstrated ability to operate under tight deadlines while maintaining quality and compliance.
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.
