Construction Commodity Manager

Siemens Energy

Raleigh (NC)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 130,000

Full time

27 hours ago

Be an early applicant

Get more replies from employers

Send a job-specific resume in minutes.

Benefits offered by this job

Career growth opportunities

Health and wellness benefits

Paid time off & holidays

401(k) with company match

Family building benefits

Parental leave

Job summary

Siemens Energy is seeking a procurement and estimating professional to support high-voltage substation projects in the United States. You will manage RFQs, solicit bids, negotiate terms, and coordinate with engineering and project teams to align technical requirements with commercial goals.

The role emphasizes developing supplier relationships nationwide, driving cost competitiveness, and improving project value through market awareness and effective negotiation strategies.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent in a related field.
3-5 years in project management, estimating, purchasing, or procurement in construction.
General construction experience; knowledge of electrical systems in high-voltage substations preferred.
Strong communication, negotiation and organizational skills with cross-functional collaboration.
Self-motivated, solutions-oriented with continuous improvement mindset.
Authorized to work in the United States without current or future visa sponsorship.

Responsibilities

Solicit competitive quotations from subcontractors and suppliers to support proposals and construction projects for high-voltage substation scopes.
Negotiate pricing, scope, schedules, and contract terms to meet project requirements.
Review RFQ packages from engineering to verify completeness and coordinate with internal teams to close gaps before release.
Collaborate with engineering, project management, subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, and vendors to develop accurate cost estimates.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers across the United States for current and future opportunities.
Monitor market conditions, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement supplier-driven improvements to enhance project competitiveness.

Skills

Quotations & RFQ management

Negotiation

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Organizational skills

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business or related field

3-5 years in project management, estimating, purchasing or procurement

Tools

Job description

A Snapshot of Your Day

Your day begins by receiving a Request for Quotation (RFQ) from the engineering team and reviewing it to ensure all required documents are complete, accurate, and ready for release. Once validated, you issue the RFQ to pre-qualified subcontractors and suppliers while coordinating with internal stakeholders to support proposal development. Throughout the day, you evaluate incoming bids, negotiate pricing, scope, and commercial terms, and collaborate with engineering and project teams to ensure technical requirements and project objectives are aligned. You also build and maintain strong supplier relationships while identifying opportunities to improve competitiveness and reduce costs across high-voltage substation construction projects.

How You'll Make An Impact

Solicit competitive quotations from subcontractors and suppliers to support proposals and construction projects for high-voltage substation scopes.
Negotiate pricing, scope, schedules, and contract terms to achieve the best commercial outcomes while maintaining project requirements.
Review RFQ packages from engineering to verify completeness and coordinate with internal teams to resolve any gaps before release.
Collaborate with engineering, project management, subcontractors, equipment manufacturers, and vendors to develop accurate and competitive cost estimates.
Develop and maintain strong relationships with subcontractors and suppliers across the United States to support current and future business opportunities.
Monitor market conditions, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement supplier-driven improvements that enhance project competitiveness and company value.

What You Bring

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
3-5 years of experience in project management, estimating, purchasing, or procurement within the construction industry.
General construction experience required; knowledge of electrical systems and components used in high-voltage substation construction is preferred.
Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills with the ability to influence and collaborate across cross-functional teams.
Self-motivated and solutions-oriented with a continuous improvement mindset and the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external partners.
Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the United States without need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization. Siemens Energy employees with current visa sponsorship may be eligible for internal transfers.

About The Team

Grid Technologies

Our Grid Technology division enables a reliable, sustainable, and digital grid. The power grid is the backbone of the energy transition. Siemens Energy offers a leading portfolio and solutions in HVDC transmission, grid stabilization and storage, high voltage switchgear and transformers, and digital grid technology.

Who is Siemens Energy?

At Siemens Energy, we are more than just an energy technology company. With approximately 100,000 dedicated employees in more than 90 countries, we develop the energy systems of the future, ensuring that the growing energy demand of the global community is met reliably and sustainably. The technologies created in our research departments and factories drive the energy transition and provide the base for one sixth of the world's electricity generation. Our global team is committed to making sustainable, reliable, and affordable energy a reality by pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We uphold a 150-year legacy of innovation that encourages our search for people who will support our focus on decarbonization, new technologies, and energy transformation.

Rewards