HQ Procurement Manager
Birdcage Walk, Central London (with hybrid working)

We are now looking for a Procurement Manager to join us on a full-time basis for a 12-month fixed-term contract. You will lead the development of our procurement framework while supporting the delivery of our high-profile HQ Programme.

About our HQ Programme

The HQ Programme is leading the work to define and deliver the Institution’s future headquarters. This includes the proposed sale of the current headquarters, defining the vision and requirements for a future HQ, and managing the transition to new premises.

The Programme Team will work across the Institution and with specialist advisers to deliver this high-profile, complex programme in support of the Institution’s long-term ambitions.

The Role

As an HQ Procurement Manager, you will lead and improve procurement activities across the Institution, ensuring effective governance, commercial value and successful supplier appointments.

Specifically, you will develop and implement procurement policies, procedures and controls, reviewing key suppliers and expenditure, while also leading negotiations to secure best value and drive commercial improvements.

Alongside this, you will lead the procurement of suppliers for the HQ Programme, working with the Programme Manager and specialists to develop requirements and manage supplier selection. You will oversee the process through to contract award and supplier mobilisation, ensuring transparent decisions and effective handovers.

Additionally, you will:

- Establish and maintain the corporate contracts register
- Maintain procurement plans and advise on routes and timescales
- Provide procurement guidance and training to colleagues
- Maintain accurate procurement records and audit trails
- Advise on contract variations, extensions and additional services
- Ensure procurement activities reflect organisational policies

About You

To be considered as an HQ Procurement Manager, you will need:

- Proven experience of leading competitive procurements through to contract award
- CIPS Level 5 or 6, or equivalent procurement experience
- Experience of developing procurement policies, procedures and controls
- Experience of maintaining compliant procurement records
- Strong commercial negotiation skills
- Strong organisational and stakeholder management skills
- Strong communication skills
- The ability to manage concurrent procurements to agreed timescales

Other organisations may call this role Procurement Lead, Senior Procurement Officer, Senior Procurement Specialist, Procurement Business Partner, Procurement and Contracts Manager, Purchasing Manager, Strategic Procurement Manager, Commercial Procurement Manager, Sourcing Manager, or Procurement Project Manager.

The Salary and Benefits

- Salary of circa £55,000 per annum
- 26 days’ holiday per annum plus bank holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday
- Benefits, including stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance and private health cover
- A range of other wellbeing benefits

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced procurement professional to join our respected institution.

You will have the chance to make your mark on a high-profile HQ Programme, applying your expertise to a complex, significant project while strengthening your professional credentials and gaining valuable experience that will help further your career.

Application

If you are ready to take on the role of Procurement Manager at IMechE and play a key role in delivering our HQ Programme, please apply via the button shown. The closing date for applications is Monday 23 November 2026.

This is a time-sensitive vacancy, with an opportunity for the successful candidate to start in January 2027.

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications. We therefore encourage early applications.

Whilst we appreciate the interest of all applicants, we are unfortunately unable to respond to each applicant individually. If you have not heard from us within 28 days of submitting your application, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

About IMechE

With over 110,000 members in 140 countries, the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) has been at the heart of the mechanical engineering profession since 1847. We strive to improve the world through engineering by developing engineers, promoting engineering, informing opinion and encouraging innovation.

This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Webrecruit and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

HQ Programme Coordinator
Birdcage Walk, Central London (with hybrid working)

About the Role

We are now looking for a Programme Coordinator to join our HQ Programme on a full-time basis for a fixed-term contract of 12 months.

About our HQ Programme

The HQ Programme is leading the work to define and deliver the Institution’s future headquarters. This includes the proposed sale of the current headquarters, defining the vision and requirements for a future HQ, and managing the transition to new premises.

The Programme Team will work across the Institution and with specialist advisers to deliver this high-profile, complex programme in support of the Institution’s long-term ambitions.

The Role

As our HQ Programme Coordinator, you will provide administrative and coordination support to ensure the smooth running of our HQ Programme.

Working closely with the Programme Director and Programme Manager, you will organise meetings, prepare reports and maintain programme schedules, ensuring key information, actions and decisions are accurately recorded and followed up.

You will also maintain programme and contract records, support supplier administration and ensure documentation is organised, up to date and accessible for governance and audit purposes.

Additionally, you will:

- Prepare meeting agendas, papers, minutes and action logs
- Track reporting deadlines and follow up on project updates
- Maintain programme registers, including risks, issues and changes
- Coordinate supplier meetings, onboarding and contract close-out
- Collate information for invoice reviews and procurement activities
- Maintain PMO templates and procedures, identifying improvements

The role will involve occasional travel to other IMechE sites, which may require overnight stays.

About You

To be considered as a HQ Programme Coordinator, you will need:

- Proven experience of providing coordination or administrative support in a programme, project, governance or comparable environment
- Experience of preparing accurate minutes, action logs, reports, presentations and formal records
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and SharePoint or equivalent document-management tools
- Strong organisational skills and the ability to prioritise tasks, manage multiple deadlines, meetings and information requests
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, and confidence working with senior stakeholders, colleagues and suppliers
- Strong attention to detail and a disciplined approach to document control, version control and record keeping
- The ability to work independently and collaboratively with others as and when required

Other organisations may call this role Project Coordinator, Programme Coordinator, PMO Administrator, Project Support Officer, Programme Support Officer, Project Administrator, or Project Management Office Coordinator.

The Salary and Benefits

- Salary of circa £31,000 per annum, depending on experience
- 26 days’ holiday per annum plus Bank Holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday
- Benefits, including stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance and private health cover
- Continuous training and career development
- A range of wellbeing benefits to encourage a healthy work-life balance

This is a great opportunity for an organised and detail-oriented administrator or coordinator from a project, programme or governance background to join our established and respected organisation.

Working on a high-profile programme, you will gain valuable experience, as well as continuous training and development, enabling you to strengthen your skills, build your professional experience and take the next step in your career.

Application

If you are ready to take on the role of Programme Coordinator at IMechE and play a key role in delivering our HQ Programme, please apply via the button shown. The closing date for applications is Monday 23 November 2026.

This is a time-sensitive vacancy, with an opportunity for the successful candidate to start in January 2027. 

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications. We therefore encourage early applications.

Whilst we appreciate the interest of all applicants, we are unfortunately unable to respond to each applicant individually. If you have not heard from us within 28 days of submitting your application, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

About IMechE

With over 110,000 members in 140 countries, the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) has been at the heart of the mechanical engineering profession since 1847. We strive to improve the world through engineering by developing engineers, promoting engineering, informing opinion and encouraging.

This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Webrecruit and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business, and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.

Project Manager - Formula Student (10-month contract)
Birdcage Walk, Central London (with hybrid working)

We are now looking for a Project Manager to join us on a full-time basis for a fixed-term contract of approximately 10 months.

About Formula Student

Formula Student is Europe's longest-running educational engineering competition, challenging university teams to design, build and race a single-seat racing car. Recognised across the engineering and motorsport sectors, it equips future engineers with the practical experience, technical expertise and professional skills needed to thrive in industry.

The Role

As Project Manager, you will lead the delivery and development of our flagship student competition, Formula Student.

You will oversee the planning and delivery of competition events, including the annual week-long live event at Silverstone, managing logistics, suppliers, budgets and on-site operations and providing a high-quality experience for competitors, judges and volunteers.

Working with staff, volunteers, universities, sponsors and industry partners, you will manage key relationships and co-ordinate activities to achieve programme objectives.

You will also drive the competition’s ongoing development, identifying opportunities to improve participant experience, strengthen partnerships and support long-term sustainability.

Additionally, you will:

- Develop annual business plans, budgets and project schedules
- Monitor performance, milestones and programme targets
- Identify and manage operational, financial and safety risks
- Develop sponsorship and funding opportunities
- Maintain effective governance and reporting processes

About You

To be considered as a Project Manager, you will need:

- Extensive live events experience
- Significant experience leading complex programmes or large-scale events involving multiple stakeholder groups
- Experience handling budgets (£1m+) to achieve targets and maximise value
- Experience managing strategic relationships with senior external stakeholders
- Experience influencing and managing volunteer or matrix teams
- Experience managing programme risks, budgets and governance processes
- Strong commercial awareness, including sponsorship and partnership management
- The willingness to undertake regular travel as required, with frequent overnight stays

Other organisations may call this role Programme Manager, Events Project Manager, Events Manager, Event Operations Manager, Event Delivery Manager, Event Logistics Manager, Live Events Manager, Competition Manager, or Project Delivery Manager.

The Salary and Benefits

- Salary of circa £52,000 per annum, depending on experience
- 26 days’ holiday per annum plus bank holidays
- An extra day off for your birthday
- Benefits, including a stakeholder pension scheme, life assurance and private health cover
- A range of other wellbeing benefits

This is an exceptional opportunity for an experienced live events professional with a strong track record of leading complex programmes and managing multiple stakeholder groups to join our internationally respected organisation.

You will have the chance to take the lead on Formula Student, working at the centre of this high-profile programme that gives future engineers practical experience and helps prepare them for careers across engineering and motorsport.

Application

So, if you want to take ownership of an esteemed flagship competition and help shape an experience that supports the next generation of engineers, please apply via the button shown. The closing date for applications is Monday 23 November 2026.

This is a time-sensitive vacancy; therefore, we reserve the right to close this vacancy before the advertised closing date should we receive a sufficient number of suitable applications. We therefore encourage early applications.

Whilst we appreciate the interest of all applicants, we are unfortunately unable to respond to each applicant individually. If you have not heard from us within 28 days of submitting your application, you should assume that you have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

About IMechE

With over 110,000 members in 140 countries, the Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) has been at the heart of the mechanical engineering profession since 1847. We strive to improve the world through engineering by developing engineers, promoting engineering, informing opinion and encouraging innovation.

This vacancy is being advertised by Webrecruit. The services advertised by Webrecruit are those of an Employment Agency.

Webrecruit and the Institution of Mechanical Engineers are equal opportunities employers, value diversity and are strongly committed to providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and all applicants for employment. Equal opportunities are the only acceptable way to conduct business and we believe that the more inclusive our environments are, the better our work will be.