Capital & Infrastructure Category Manager

• Commercial Procurement & Market Engagement: Lead and support competitive procurement processes for construction works, professional services and specialist suppliers, advising on procurement routes, evaluation models, risk allocation and commercial terms.
• Project & Stakeholder Coordination: Work closely with project sponsors, technical advisers, Finance and Legal to align procurement activities with project budgets, programme timelines, funding, approvals and mobilisation requirements.
• Commercial Risk & Supplier Management: Provide commercial advice on costs, value engineering, contingencies, variations, claims and change control, while supporting contractor mobilisation, performance reviews and supplier assurance.
• Governance & Best Practice: Maintain robust procurement governance records, provide recommendations for approval, monitor market and supply-chain risks, and embed health and safety, sustainability, accessibility and whole-life value into procurement strategies.
• Procurement & Contracting Strategies: Develop project-specific procurement and contracting strategies for enabling works, main works, estate development and infrastructure programmes.

• Experience in procurement or commercial management within construction, infrastructure, estates or major projects.
• Experience in tendering, contract negotiation, award, mobilisation and commercial management.
• Strong understanding of procurement strategies, contracting, commercial risk and project cost management.
• A relevant qualification, such as MCIPS or MRICS, or equivalent professional experience.
• Strong communication, analytical and Microsoft Office skills, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong commitment to health and safety, with the ability to promote safe working practices and comply with relevant policies and procedures.

We’re ZSL, an international conservation charity. Through our unrivalled animal experts in our two zoos (London Zoo and Whipsnade Zoo), the work of our pioneering scientists, our dedicated conservationists, our purpose is to inspire, inform and empower people to stop wild animals going extinct. Our vision is a world where wildlife thrives and we’re working every day to achieve this. From investigating the health threats facing animals, to helping people and wildlife live alongside each other, we are committed to bringing wildlife back from the brink of extinction.  

What We Offer? 

Alongside the opportunity to do purpose-driven work that helps create a world where wildlife thrives, you'll enjoy a range of benefits, including: 

• Up to 12% contributory pension
• Flexible working options
• 25 days' annual leave plus UK bank holidays, increasing with service
• Enhanced family-friendly policies
• Life assurance from day one (for eligible employees)
• 24/7 Employee Assistance Programme and wellbeing support
• Access to our staff Equality Networks
• Complimentary London Zoo and Whipsnade Zoo tickets, plus retail discounts
• Cycle2Work scheme and interest-free season ticket loans (for eligible London-based employees)