Procurement Senior Associate

Gardiner & Theobald is an independent construction and property consultancy committed to providing world class service to our clients. Our dedicated team of over 1,500 people delivers Cost Management, Project Management and Specialist Consultancy services from a network of UK, Irish and US offices bound by a common purpose - to build a better tomorrow. We define our success by the value we create for our clients, the fulfilling careers we build for our people and our contribution to the communities we work in. Our own long-term business performance aligns profit with purpose, taking social and environmental responsibility for our actions and the legacy we leave behind. People are central to our mission. Rewarding individuals based on their unique abilities, talent and hard work, we believe in the quality of experiences and investing in a collaborative culture where all can thrive. Our Procurement and Contract Management team operates at the heart of project delivery, providing commercial insight and strategic input across a broad range of sectors. We are at the forefront of delivering commercial excellence across complex, high-value programmes. From shaping early market engagement to driving contract performance, we work across high-value, high-impact projects in a variety of sectors—helping clients deliver value, manage risk, providing strategic advice, shaping procurement strategies, and ensuring world class contract delivery. We are looking for a Senior Associate to take a leadership role within our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity for a highly capable and experienced commercial professional to lead by example—delivering complex client work, guiding project teams, and being a trusted and accountable professional to clients at senior levels. You will combine hands-on delivery with strategic oversight—owning key accounts, mentoring junior team members, and helping shape the future of our Procurement offering. You’ll be seen as a go-to figure both inside and outside the organisation, ensuring we consistently deliver quality, innovation and a world class service. What You Will Do As a Procurement Senior Associate, you will lead procurement and contract management delivery across complex portfolios and strategic frameworks. You will provide subject matter expertise, drive excellence in delivery, and hold a visible leadership role in front of clients and stakeholders. You will be expected to take ownership of key client relationships, provide oversight across multiple commissions, and support business development and service growth. Key Responsibilities Client Delivery & Strategic Procurement Lead end-to-end procurement delivery across complex and high-value projects and frameworks. Shape and implement procurement strategies—tailored to client needs, policy environments, and commercial objectives. Provide senior-level commercial advice on regulatory compliance, risk allocation, and market…