Project Construction Sourcing Principal

Air Liquide; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Air Liquide is seeking a Construction Project Sourcing Principal to own the end-to-end RFP process for the plant CAPEX portfolio and to guard construction agreements for on-time, on-budget delivery. You will review proposals, negotiate favorable terms, and partner with Project Managers to finalize selections.

The role requires 5+ years in construction procurement or related fields, strong negotiation skills, and the ability to read technical drawings and SOWs.

Qualifications

• 5+ years in construction procurement, contract management, or project management within a manufacturing or industrial plant environment.
• Proven track record of negotiating high-value contracts and managing complex vendor relationships.
• Ability to interpret technical drawings, SOW documents, and project schedules (Gantt charts).

Responsibilities

• Lead Construction RFPs for the CAPEX portfolio and oversee end-to-end process.
• Conduct technical and commercial reviews to ensure alignment with specifications.
• Negotiate pricing, delivery schedules, and Terms & Conditions with vendors.
• Collaborate with Project Managers and Directors to select construction firms.
• Oversee post-execution performance and ensure compliance with contract terms.
• Manage Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and mitigate scope changes and delays.

Skills

Construction procurement

Contract management

Project management

Negotiation

Technical literacy

Job description

World leader in gases, technologies and services for Industry and Health, Air Liquide is present in 80 countries with approximately 66,000 employees and serves more than 3,6 million customers and patients. Oxygen, nitrogen and hydrogen have been at the core of the company’s activities since its creation in 1902. Air Liquide’s ambition is to be the leader in its industry, delivering long-term performance and acting responsibly.

How will you CONTRIBUTE and GROW?

We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the unique perspectives of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders, and cultures across the world. We believe that a variety of backgrounds makes our team stronger and more innovative.

Candidates must have valid employment authorization in the U.S. and must not require visa sponsorship now or in the future. This position is not open for non-immigrant visa sponsorship.

We are seeking a high-caliber Construction Project Sourcing Principal to serve as the primary "Champion" for our plant project CAPEX portfolio. In this critical role, you will own the end-to-end Request for Proposal (RFP) process, from initial technical review to final contract execution. Beyond the desk, you will act as the frontline guardian of our construction agreements, ensuring that external firms deliver on time, within budget, and in strict alignment with our business requirements.

Main Accountabilities:

Strategic RFP & Award Management

• Process Ownership: Lead and execute all Construction RFPs for the business’s CAPEX portfolio.
• Analysis: Conduct deep-dive technical and commercial reviews of all proposals to ensure alignment with project specifications.
• Negotiation: Drive negotiations for preferred pricing, aggressive delivery schedules, and favorable Terms & Conditions (T&Cs).
• Collaboration: Partner with Project Managers and Directors to facilitate the final selection of construction firms.

Contract Administration & Compliance

• Performance Oversight: Manage construction firms post-execution to ensure total compliance with the agreed-upon terms.
• Business Alignment: Verify that all construction activities meet specific plant project requirements and safety standards.
• Financial Stewardship: Ensure an excellent Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) across the project lifecycle.
• Issue Resolution: Serve as the primary point of contact for resolving conflicts with construction firms.
• Risk Management: Proactively mitigate risks related to Change Orders, labor rate discrepancies, and scope creep.
• Schedule Recovery: Address and resolve project slippage and delays to ensure minimal impact on plant operations.

Required Qualifications

• Experience: 5+ years in construction procurement, contract management, or project management within a manufacturing or industrial plant environment.
• Negotiation Skills: Proven track record of negotiating high-value contracts and managing complex vendor relationships.
• Technical Literacy: Ability to interpret technical drawings, Scope of Work (SOW) documents, and project schedules (Gantt charts).

Preferred Qualifications

Our Differences make our Performance

At Air Liquide, we are committed to build a diverse and inclusive workplace that embraces the diversity of our employees, our customers, patients, community stakeholders and cultures across the world.

We welcome and consider applications from all qualified applicants, regardless of their background. We strongly believe a diverse organization opens up opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to innovate by living our fundamentals, acting for our success and creating an engaging environment in a changing world.