Develop and execute procurement strategies to optimize cost, quality, and delivery timelines.
Manage the competitive bidding process for critical vendors, design-build and general contractors, including preparing and issuing Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Qualifications (RFQs), and Invitations to Bid (ITBs).
Evaluate bids, ensuring alignment with project specifications, budgets, and timelines.
Conduct bid analysis, assess contractor qualifications, and recommend selections based on cost, quality, experience, and compliance with project requirements.
Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with vendors, design-build firms, and general contractors to secure favorable agreements.
Administer contracts, including drafting, reviewing, and executing contract documents, ensuring compliance with legal, regulatory, and organizational requirements.
Monitor contract performance, track deliverables, manage change orders, and resolve disputes or claims with suppliers and contractors.
Ensure proper documentation, record-keeping, and reporting for all contracts, including adherence to audit and compliance standards.
Manage supplier and contractor relationships, ensuring performance meets contractual standards and project deliverables.
Monitor market trends, pricing, and supply chain risks to inform sourcing, bidding, and contract decisions.
Collaborate with internal departments (e.g., project management, engineering, finance, legal) to forecast demand, define project scopes, and ensure supply chain continuity.
Ensure compliance with organizational policies, legal requirements, ethical sourcing standards, and construction-specific regulations.
Analyze procurement, bidding, and contract data to identify cost-saving opportunities and improve processes.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, business administration, construction management, or a related field (advanced degree or certifications like CPSM, CIPS, PMP, or CCM preferred).
8+ years of experience working on capital projects for procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management, with at least 2 years managing competitive bidding processes for design-build or general contractors and contract administration
Strong negotiation, analytical, contract drafting, and vendor/contractor management skills.
In-depth knowledge of contract management, competitive bidding, market analysis, and construction industry standards.
Familiarity with contract law, risk management, and dispute resolution processes.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with stakeholders, including architects, engineers, contractors, and legal teams.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Must have effective verbal, reading, and written communication skills in the English language

Benefits

Medical, dental, vision insurance and 401k with employer matching
Paid time off and paid holidays (including 2 floating holidays)
Disability Insurance as well as Life/AD&D Insurance
FSA (Flexible Spending Account) and HSA (Health Savings Account)
Tuition reimbursement
Casual work attire

Applicant Tracking System Keywords

Tip: use these terms in your resume and cover letter to boost ATS matches.

Hard Skills & Tools

procurement strategiescompetitive biddingRequests for Proposals (RFPs)Requests for Qualifications (RFQs)Invitations to Bid (ITBs)contract negotiationcontract administrationmarket analysisdata analysiscost-saving opportunities

Soft Skills

negotiationanalytical skillsvendor managementinterpersonal skillscommunication skillscollaborationtime managementproblem-solvingadaptabilityattention to detail

Certifications

CPSMCIPSPMPCCM