Manager - Civil Infra Projects

Civil Procurement Manager – Buildings & Engineering Projects

Profile Summary

Seasoned Procurement Professional with extensive experience in Civil, Building, and Engineering Capex procurement, specializing in RCC structures, PEB works, PIR panels, industrial buildings, and infrastructure projects. Proven expertise in end-to-end sourcing, civil consultant finalization, contract negotiation, cost optimization, vendor development, and procurement governance across large-scale project environments.

Strong track record in driving PR to PO efficiency, contractor negotiations, techno-commercial evaluations, working capital optimization, and compliance adherence, while ensuring alignment with engineering, consultants, and project execution teams.

Core Competencies

• End-to-end Procurement for Civil & Infrastructure Projects including Buildings (Industrial), RCC & Structural Works, PEB, Civil Finishing, External Development (Roads, Hardscape), Utility Networks (Water, Sewer, Stormwater), ETP and Associated Infrastructure
• PEB Structures, PIR Panels & FG and Industrial Sheds Procurement
• Engineering Capex (Plant & Machinery integrated with civil scope)
• Civil Consultant Finalization & Scope Alignment
• Contracting Strategy (Item Rate / Lumpsum / EPC Contracts)
• BOQ Evaluation, Cost Benchmarking & Value Engineering
• Market Analysis & Price Intelligence (Civil & Commodity Inputs)
• Vendor & Contractor Development
• Strategic Sourcing & Commercial Negotiation
• PR to PO Cycle Optimization (SAP MM)
• Contract Risk Assessment & Legal Clause Structuring
• Compliance & Audit Readiness (SHINE, Supplier Code)
• Working Capital Optimization
• Stakeholder Management (Projects / Engineering / Consultants / Plant Teams)
• Cost Savings & Spend Analytics
• Energy & Utility Procurement (Solar PPAs, diesel, boiler feedstock – husk, briquettes)
  
  

Professional Experience

Civil & Project Procurement (Buildings & Infrastructure)

• Managed procurement for industrial buildings, warehouses, breweries, and large infrastructure projects
• Led sourcing for RCC works, structural steel, PEB structures, roofing systems, PIR panels, and finishing packages
• Evaluated BOQs, IFC drawings, design inputs, and technical specifications in coordination with engineering and consultants
• Finalized civil contractors, EPC players, and specialized vendors through structured techno-commercial evaluations
• Ensured full alignment of RFQ, BOQ, drawings, and execution scope prior to commercial closure
  
  

Civil Consultant Finalization & Cost Strategy

• Led finalization of civil consultants (PMC, QS, design consultants) based on capability, commercials, and project requirements
• Defined and validated consultant scope including BOQ preparation, cost management, certification, and project monitoring
• Conducted cost benchmarking across projects and locations to ensure competitive pricing
• Performed market analysis of key inputs (cement, steel, PEB, roofing, insulation panels) to guide negotiation strategy
• Drove value engineering initiatives to optimize overall project costs without impacting quality
  
  

Procurement Excellence

• Established procurement through long-term contracts, ARC agreements, and rate contracts
• Reduced dependency on spot purchasing and improved procurement discipline
• Improved PR to PO cycle time through cross-functional alignment and planning
• Strengthened procurement governance and process adherence across projects
  
  

Vendor & Contractor Management

• Developed and managed a strong base of civil contractors, PEB vendors, consultants, and engineering suppliers
• Implemented structured vendor performance management (quality, timeline adherence, cost control)
• Conducted periodic reviews and ensured on-time project execution
• Strengthened vendor ecosystem for multi-location and large-scale project execution
  
  

Contract & Commercial Management

• Specialized in civil contracting models:
• Item rate (BOQ-based)
• Lump sum / turnkey
• EPC / package-based contracts
• Drafted and finalized commercial terms and key legal clauses, including:
• Payment terms & milestones
• LD (Liquidated Damages) clauses
• Variation & change order provisions
• Performance guarantees / retention clauses
• Risk allocation & liability clauses
• Ensured contracts are finalized prior to PO issuance with clear inclusions/exclusions
• Managed commercial negotiations, variation orders, and contractor claims effectively
  

Procurement Operations & Compliance

• Ensured accurate PO creation aligned with PR structure (SAP MM)
• Managed open PO tracking, delivery schedules, and project milestones
• Conducted vendor due diligence through SHINE platform, ensuring compliance closure
• Ensured adherence to Heineken Supplier Code (Version 4) and audit requirements
  
  

Financial Performance & Working Capital

• Delivered consistent cost savings through strategic sourcing and negotiation
• Performed should-cost analysis and benchmarking for civil packages
• Enforced payment terms to drive working capital improvement:
• MSME: ≤45 days
• Non-MSME: ≤120 days
• Ensured structured validation and tracking of savings
  

P2P & Stakeholder Management

• Collaborated closely with project teams, consultants, and site engineers for execution alignment
• Managed GRN follow-ups, certifications, and invoice processing linked to project progress
• Provided project-wise procurement insights and cost tracking reports
• Maintained strong stakeholder engagement with minimal escalations and high service levels
  
  

Key Achievements

• Successfully led procurement for large-scale civil and industrial infrastructure projects
• Finalized and managed civil consultants and EPC contractors across multiple projects
• Delivered significant cost savings through benchmarking and value engineering
• Strengthened contracting frameworks with robust legal and commercial terms
• Built a strong vendor and consultant ecosystem for RCC, PEB, and infra execution
• Ensured audit-ready procurement practices and full compliance adherence
  
  

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• PR to PO Lead Time Reduction
• Project Cost Savings (%)
• Cost Benchmarking Accuracy vs Market
• Vendor & Contractor Performance Ratings
• Contract Spend Coverage (%)
• BOQ vs Actual Cost Variance
• PO Accuracy (Zero Error Rate)
• Compliance Closure (100%)
• Working Capital Improvement
  
  

Tools & Systems

• SAP MM (PR, PO, GRN, Service Entry, Vendor Management)
• MRP / Planning Tools
• BOQ Analysis & Costing Tools
• Procurement Analytics & Reporting

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