As a 2027 Graduate joining STRABAG UK on the HARP Project as a Procurement Graduate, you will be working on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes.
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Your contribution to our company
The Haweswater Aqueduct Resilience Programme (HARP) is a £3 billion infrastructure project led by United Utilities to upgrade the 110-kilometre Haweswater Aqueduct in the North West of England. STRABAG UK are leading the full design and construction scope of the project.
The aqueduct was originally built between 1933 and 1955; the project will be replacing six aging underground tunnel sections (totalling over 50km) to secure long-term clean drinking water supply to 2.5 million people across Cumbria, Lancashire, and Greater Manchester.
Key Responsibilities
Assist the Procurement team in supporting the sourcing and procurement of goods, materials and services required for the delivery of HARP.
Support the preparation and management of procurement documentation, including requests for quotations, tender packages, reports, price lists and purchase orders.
Assist with supplier engagement, helping to gather information, compare quotations and support the evaluation, sourcing and accreditation of suppliers.
Help monitor procurement activities, delivery schedules, and order progress to ensure project requirements are met.
Work collaboratively with different teams across the project to understand procurement requirements and support project needs.
Support the team in putting HARP Confidentiality Undertakings in place with the supply chain.
Maintain and monitor Supplier performance evaluation.
Review requisitions in order to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications.
Compare prices, specifications, and delivery dates to determine the best bid among potential suppliers.
Monitor and evaluate Supplier / Order performance with the HARP project team.
Support the HARP project with the Supply Chain Sustainability / Build Clean targets.
What matters to us
Attention to detail and a methodical approach to work with good organisation and time management.
A relevant Master's/Bachelor's degree.
Strong analytical skills.
Good communication and influencing skills.
Ability to work in a team.
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