Operations Director - Procurement (Construction Project Evaluation Lead)

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Within our consult business, we harness our unique combination of leading-edge practical expertise and project delivery consultancy to unlock the potential in every project.

Our values shape the way we consult and define the people we want to join us on our journey, they are :

Safety first - Going home safe and well

Client focus - Deliver on our promise

Integrity - Always do the right thing

Create opportunity - For our people to excel

The E-Evaluation Lead is responsible for overseeing the development, implementation and management of the electronic evaluation processes and systems within MetroLink. The role holder manages the E-evaluation tool and provides leadership and direction on all matters relating to the evaluation process. The E-Evaluation Lead assists the Procurement Leaders and Head of Procurement Operations in the preparation of detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders, fostering collaboration with internal and external partners to align evaluation activities.

You’ll be responsible for :

Act as the point of contact for all e-Evaluation processes and work closely with the Procurement Leaders, Procurement Operations Manager, and other designated evaluators to provide e-Evaluation expertise / assistance on a day to day basis.

Assist the Head of Procurement Operations with developing evaluation controls and maintain information processes and systems including development of a MetroLink Commercial policy and guidance ensuring the timely maintenance thereof

Ensure the Evaluation Team produce consistent and compliant documents and processes in accordance with best practice, the Utilities regulations, EU Procurement Directives and other Statutes

Assess and agree with the Procurement Leaders the evaluation criteria requirements for evaluation scoring

Assist and co-ordinate with delivery teams’ activities, meeting key dates and deliver progress reports in accordance with the reporting calendar

Assist the Procurement Leaders with managing the Evaluation Team’s work output and input to the scoring process to secure robust results

Lead and work with e-Evaluation software Support Team to maintain the system and appropriate skill levels of the designated users

Participate in meetings to discuss procurement progress, short listing and tender awards when required; and provide accurate and timely evaluation reports when required

Assist the Head of Procurement Operations with defining, establishing and maintaining consistent and measurable professional standards necessary for the effective performance of procurement processes across MetroLink.

Prepare detailed reports and presentations to communicate findings and recommendations to stakeholders.

Identify opportunities for improving evaluation processes and tools, ensuring they remain current and effective.

Provide training and support to staff on e-evaluation tools and methodologies.

Develop and oversee the implementation of electronic evaluation systems and processes. This includes providing a centre of best practice for procurement activity.

Use evaluation findings to inform and improve future strategies, policies, or practices.

Cooperate with MetroLink colleagues in all matters relating to health and safety, always following safe working procedures.

Act as a role model for MetroLink’s vision and values, behaving in ways that align with MetroLink Ways of Working, and encouraging and supporting others to do the same.

Take necessary care to properly protect the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of corporate information, preventing unauthorised disclosure, modification, or destruction, and never knowingly putting MetroLink information or information systems at risk.

Perform additional tasks, activities or other duties as may be required or assigned as part of the role.

You’ll need to have :

Experience providing strategic leadership and direction in e-evaluation within a large and complex organisation.

Experience leading and managing e-evaluation teams and guiding high value strategic procurement and evaluation activities at a senior level.

Ability to work within multi-disciplinary functions and teams while ensuring that all procurement related tasks are conducted in a timely and accurate manner.

Ability to operate and execute effectively in a dynamic environment with multiple priorities and engaging deadlines.

Ability to drive team participation and high performance.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong analytical ability.

Strong team leadership skills with an ability to influence to drive effective design decision making.

Strong ability to multitask, prioritise, and work well under pressure to meet established deadlines.

Well-developed interpersonal and communication skills along with high personal motivation and energy.

Ability to develop long term relationships with all team members and effectively balance people and processes.

You’ll also have :

Minimum Level 8 degree (or equivalent) in relevant subject area e.g., engineering, supply chain, procurement, quantity surveying, business, or related disciple

Level 9 Masters in relevant field would be advantageous (or equivalent masters)

Member of Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply or equivalent would be desirable.

Mace is an inclusive employer and welcomes interest from a diverse range of candidates. Even if you feel you do not fulfil all of the criteria, please apply as you may still be the best candidate for this role or another role within our organisation.

We are also open to discussing part-time, flexible, and hybrid working options if suitable within the role.

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