MEP Procurement Engineer – Procurement & Supply Chain

City, Birmingham
W. G. Yates & Sons Construction Company
MEP Procurement Engineer – Procurement & Supply Chain

Location: Hybrid

Reports To: Director of Procurement

Position Summary

The MEP Procurement Engineer – Procurement & Supply Chain is responsible for leading the planning, sourcing, procurement, and delivery management of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) equipment and materials for complex commercial and industrial construction projects. This role combines technical MEP project oversight with strategic supply chain leadership-ensuring cost effective purchasing, contract compliance, accurate scheduling, supplier accountability, and seamless integration with project teams from design through installation.

The ideal candidate is both technically fluent in MEP systems and highly experienced in commercial negotiations, contract management, supplier development, and project execution. This individual will help drive Yates Construction’s evolving procurement as a service model by improving value, reducing risk, and strengthening market position through innovative and reliable MEP sourcing strategies.

Key Responsibilities Project Management & MEP Coordination

• Lead procurement execution for all MEP scopes, aligning purchasing strategies with project schedules, engineering deliverables, and construction milestones.
• Coordinate closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure equipment aligns with design intent, specifications, single line diagrams, and construction documents.
• Evaluate construction drawings and site conditions to identify value engineering opportunities and mitigate potential delivery or installation issues.
• Manage complex delivery schedules, logistics constraints, and sequencing requirements to prevent delays and maintain project continuity.

Procurement Management & Strategic Sourcing

• Develop, implement, and oversee procurement plans for MEP systems-including vendor selection, RFPs, bid leveling, commercial negotiations, and purchase order award.
• Ensure timely acquisition of materials and equipment within budget and specification requirements.
• Perform market research, benchmarking, cost modeling, and competitive analyses to support sourcing strategies and supplier selection.
• Build and maintain a robust network of MEP suppliers and subcontractors while driving continuous improvement and high performance partnerships.
• Collaborate with legal teams to draft, review, and manage contracts, ensuring compliance with company policies, commercial terms, warranty requirements, and project needs.
• Lead supplier negotiations covering price, payment terms, delivery schedules, quality standards, and risk allocation.
• Identify, analyze, and mitigate risks across the MEP supply chain, including long lead equipment exposure, commodity volatility, and supplier performance issues.

Supplier Management & Performance Tracking

• Act as the primary point of contact for commercial and delivery related issues with MEP suppliers and OEMs.
• Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, quality metrics, on time delivery, and contract adherence-driving corrective actions where necessary.
• Maintain strong working relationships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers, promoting transparency and effective communication.
• Conduct cost benefit analyses, total cost of ownership reviews, and sourcing scenario assessments.
• Support budget development, track spend and forecast procurement savings and financial impacts for MEP equipment categories.
• Collaborate on financial system workflows, invoice accuracy, and procurement reporting tools for visibility and governance.

Technical & Industry Knowledge

• Maintain a strong understanding of MEP systems, industry standards (IEC, DIN, NEC, UMC, UPC), and emerging technologies.
• Stay informed about market trends, competitive landscapes, sustainable materials, factory capabilities, and supply chain innovations.
• Apply technical fluency to evaluate specifications, construction details, submittals, and design alternatives.

Qualifications Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
• Advanced degree preferred.

Experience

• 7-10+ years of experience in MEP procurement, supply chain management, or MEP project management within industrial or commercial construction.
• Proven track record of managing large scale MEP equipment packages, long lead items, and supplier negotiations.
• Experience in contract management and coordination with legal teams.
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and commercial acumen.
• Ability to interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and MEP design documents.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills with high emotional intelligence.
• Proficiency in procurement tools, ERP systems, and reporting software (Microsoft Office, SQL, PowerBI preferred).
• Ability to work independently, multitask, and adapt in fast paced, evolving environments.

Overall Value of the Role

This role is central to ensuring Yates Construction delivers high quality MEP systems on time, within budget, and with minimized risk. By combining strong technical understanding with advanced procurement leadership, the MEP Procurement Engineer – Procurement & Supply Chain directly influences project success, client satisfaction, and organizational profitability.

Yates Construction provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal and state law requirements.

Yates complies with applicable state and local laws governing non discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities.

Yates performs heavy construction and building work throughout the United States and relocation is sometimes required for continuous employment opportunities.