Assistant Purchasing Agent

Grunley Construction Company Inc; Rockville (MD); On-site; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Grunley Construction Company Inc in Rockville, MD is seeking an Assistant Purchasing Agent to support the Purchasing Department in procuring subcontractors and professional services for our diverse construction projects. The role reports to the Purchasing Manager and requires understanding of contracts, costs, scheduling, estimating, and general construction operations.

Bachelor's degree preferred and experience with Procore; strong negotiation and collaboration skills are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field or proven experience in construction procurement.
• Experience with Procore is preferred.
• Estimating or purchasing experience is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist Purchasing Department in procuring subcontractors and professional services for construction projects.
• Support procurement processes for required trades across company projects.
• Collaborate with project teams and vendors to ensure timely deliveries.

Skills

Team building

Interpersonal skills

Problem-solving

Negotiation

Decision making

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Procore

Job description

Grunley Construction is a leading general contractor specializing in high-profile commercial, institutional, and government projects in the DMV. With a reputation for excellence, innovation, and integrity, we deliver complex construction projects that meet the highest standards of quality and safety. Our team is committed to fostering collaboration and continuous improvement, ensuring that every project exceeds client expectations. Join us and be part of a company that values professional growth, teamwork, and making a lasting impact on the communities we serve.

The Assistant Purchasing Agent is responsible for assisting the Purchasing Department in procuring subcontractors and professional services related to necessary construction trades able to perform construction duties on all company projects.

Reports to: Purchasing Manager

Required Experience:

• Contracts, Costs, Scheduling, & Estimating.
• Construction means and methods.
• General knowledge of the overall operations of a general contracting company.

Preferred Education/Experience:

• Bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Experience with Procore.
• Estimating or purchasing experience.

Preferred Skills:

• Mustpossess strong team building, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong ability to make a decision.
• Strong negotiation abilities.
• Ability to understand complex problems and to collaborate and explore alternative solutions.
• Ability to make decisions which have moderate impact on immediate work unit.

Must be a US Citizen.