Contracts Specialist - Infrastructure Market

Kiewit; Orlando (FL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Retirement plans with matching

Paid time off

Wellness programs

Employee assistance

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Supply Chain Specialist for the Southeast group to own contracts from start to finish for assigned materials and equipment. You will negotiate terms, manage pricing and quantities, monitor shipments and resolve material issues for regional projects.

Ideal candidates have 3+ years in construction procurement, strong negotiation and contract drafting skills, and MS Office proficiency; SAP or InEight is a plus. Willing to relocate as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, SCM, Construction Management or related OR relevant experience in Supply Chain processes.
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an Engineering/Industrial/Transportation Construction related supply chain.
• Minimum of 1 year's negotiation experience (preferred) or ability to negotiate subcontracts.
• Experience drafting and managing material/equipment contracts with understanding of terms and conditions.
• Thorough understanding of procurement execution, estimating, expediting, and site purchasing.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; SAP experience a plus; InEight software experience highly desired.

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the contract process for assigned materials/equipment; negotiate T's and C's and handle change orders.
• Purchase highest quality materials at the lowest cost per specifications and drawings.
• Consult with staff, users and vendors to resolve defective goods and determine corrective action.
• Leverage vendors to create cost savings across multiple procurements.
• Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, service, and reliability.
• Monitor shipments and resolve issues to ensure on-time delivery.
• Prepare RFPs and evaluate vendor proposals; develop and manage subcontracts for projects.
• Interface with Engineering/Construction teams on cost, quality, and schedule insights.
• Assist in developing procurement templates and negotiate high-risk contracts.
• Relate with procurement staff and relocate to project sites as needed.

Skills

Negotiation

Vendor management

Procurement

Contract management

MS Office

SAP experience

Communication skills

Time management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business/Engineering/SCM/Construction Management or related

Tools

SAP

InEight

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

Requisition ID: 182564

Job Level: Mid Level

Home District/Group: DHO Kiewit Supply Network

Department: Supply Chain Management

Market: Corporate Home Office

Employment Type: Full Time

Position Overview

We are adding a Supply Chain Specialists to our Southeast group to support a wide range of projects in the region. In this role, you will own contracts from start to finish for your assigned materials/equipment, You will be expected to negotiate T's and C's on contracts, purchase materials, manage pricing and quantities, monitor shipments and resolve material and equipment issues. This is a great opportunity for an early to mid-career Supply Chain professional that wants to grow and advance their career in procurement and learn more about construction. Individuals with experience in an engineering and/or construction related role as well as basic procurement experience is desired, but not required. We're looking for a team player with the ability to work independently to meet deadlines, goals and objectives. Someone that is detail-oriented, highly motivated with ability to effectively manage time. If you would like to own a process and make a significant impact as we continue to grow Kiewit Supply Network, this is the opportunity for you!

District Overview

Kiewit Supply Network group specializes in providing comprehensive procurement services to clients across the construction and engineering industries in multiple markets, including transportation; water/wastewater; power; oil, gas and chemical; building; and mining. Our key objectives are to offer clients a world-class service focused on ensuring equipment, materials and services are consistently estimated and procured at the right price. We strive to offer an appropriate level of quality and ensure materials and services are delivered on schedule and in compliance with the client's specifications and expectations.

Location

• Orlando, FL
• Peachtree City, GA
• Alpharetta, GA

Responsibilities

• Own and manage the contract process for assigned materials/equipment. Negotiate T's and C's on the contract, manage change orders impacting the contract, and handle all aspects for delivering quality materials/equipment for your projects.
• Purchase the highest quality materials at the lowest possible cost in correct amounts per specifications and drawings.
• Confer with staff, users and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or services and determine corrective action.
• Leverage vendors/subcontractors across multiple procurements to create cost savings to projects.
• Research and evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities and the supplier's reputation and history.
• Monitor shipments to ensure goods come in on time and resolve problems related to undelivered goods.
• Prepare/issue Request for Proposals (RFP's) and evaluate vendor/subcontractor proposals to identify vendors/subcontractors who meet project constraints of budget and schedule at the estimating, execution and site purchasing levels. Develop and manage material and vendor subcontracts for the project. Interface with Engineering and/or construction teams to provide insight about status of cost, quality and schedule for materials/equipment for your assigned project(s).
• Assist in the development of company-wide procurement templates.
• Assist in negotiating high-risk contracts for various projects.
• Work to resolve escalated, complex, or disputed contract issues.
• Develop and maintain vendor relationships and manage supplier-specific vendor template negotiations.
• Support procurement staff meetings and provide legal communication to the team as needed.
• Willing to relocate to a project site to manage a larger project.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management or related OR relevant experience in Supply Chain processes as outlined above
• Minimum of 3 years' experience in an Engineering and/or Industrial/Transportation Construction related supply chain (or similar role), with experience/knowledge of supply chain processes.
• Minimum of 1 year's negotiation experience (preferred) or the demonstrated ability to negotiate material/vendor subcontracts.
• Must have experience with drafting and managing material/equipment Contracts, with an understanding of terms and conditions of contracts.
• Thorough understanding of all areas of procurement is desirable, including procurement execution, estimating, expediting, and site purchasing
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Power Point, Word, Excel) and general knowledge of database utilization
• SAP Experience a plus. InEight Software experience (or similar) highly desired
• Highly motivated, with a demonstrated passion for excellence and taking initiative
• Strong work ethic, willing to do what it takes to get the job done right the first time
• Passion for safety, with the ability to help us ensure that nobody gets hurt.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills

Other Requirements

• Regular, reliable attendance
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.

We offer our fulltime staff employees a comprehensive benefits package that’s among the best in our industry, including top-tier medical, dental and vision plans covering eligible employees and dependents, voluntary wellness and employee assistance programs, life insurance, disability, retirement plans with matching, and generous paid time off.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law.