EPC Substation Procurement Manager

MYR Group; Santa Fe Springs (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 175,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days

Company medical and dental insurance

Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)

Job summary

MYR Group is seeking a Substation Procurement Manager in Santa Fe Springs, California. The role involves overseeing procurement for electrical substations, including high-voltage equipment. Candidates should possess a BS degree in supply chain management or Electrical Engineering, with 7-10 years of relevant experience. The position offers a competitive salary between $150,000 and $175,000 annually, alongside excellent benefits including paid time off, 401(k) matching, and comprehensive medical insurance for employees and their families.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years in procurement, with at least 3-5 years in power, utilities, or substation projects.

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement strategies for substation equipment.
• Collaborate with teams to forecast and source procurement needs.
• Negotiate with suppliers of HV/MV equipment.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations.
• Oversee timely delivery of materials.

Skills

Negotiation and contract management skills

Leadership and stakeholder management

Strategic thinking and planning

Understanding of electrical substation components and supply chain

Strong commercial acumen

Managing cross-functional teams

Knowledge of high-voltage equipment

Education

BS degree in supply chain management or Electrical Engineering

Job description

About The Role

The Substation Procurement Manager is responsible for overseeing all sourcing, purchasing, and contract management activities related to electrical substations, including high-voltage equipment, transformers, switchgear, protection systems, etc. The role ensures that procurement strategies align with project timelines, cost objectives, quality standards, engineering specifications and compliance requirements.

Company Overview

Since 1990, CSI Electrical Contractors, Inc. (CSI Electric) – a subsidiary of MYR Group Inc. – has been a leader in highly technical and innovative electrical design and construction. Our team of consultants, engineers, project managers, and professionals deliver the best solutions to our customers’ greatest electrical engineering and construction needs. We have the resources and expertise to manage any commercial, industrial, or one-of-a-kind challenge in aerospace, biotech/pharmaceutical, education, healthcare, entertainment, hospitality, manufacturing, and retail.

Our services include electrical construction, technology solutions, and alternative energy where CSI Electric is regarded as a premier provider of energy development, installation, and maintenance. Whether your project entails mission-critical power, energy production, or a simple space upgrade, CSI Electric offers unmatched expertise in electrical, energy, and technology solutions. We’re proud to celebrate more than 30 years of commitment to do all things with excellence for our customers, ourselves, and our craft. We Build Better.

Essential Functions

• Develop and implement procurement strategies and procedures for substation equipment including but not limited to high-voltage equipment, transformers, switchgear, protection systems.
• Collaborate with engineering, construction, and project management teams to forecast, source and contract procurement needs.
• Ensure alignment with company/project objectives, budgets, and schedules.
• Identify, qualify, and negotiate with suppliers of HV/MV equipment (transformers, switchgear, breakers, protection & control systems, etc.).
• Establish long-term supplier relationships, ensuring compliance with company quality and safety standards.
• Conduct supplier performance evaluations and risk assessments.
• Help draft, review, and negotiate supply contracts, ensuring favorable terms and protection against risks.
• Ensure adherence to legal, commercial, and technical requirements.
• Monitor commodity and logistics markets affecting pricing of copper, steel, and electrical components.
• Implement cost-control measures to ensure competitive procurement.
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks that may impact substation projects.
• Oversee timely delivery of materials and equipment to meet project milestones.
• Coordinate with logistics teams for deliveries including international shipments and customs clearance.
• Resolve procurement-related issues that may affect project delivery.
• Ensure adherence to corporate procurement policies, ethical sourcing, and sustainability standards.
• Maintain compliance with industry standards (IEEE, IEC, ANSI, ISO) and utility-specific, customer and design requirements.
• Document and report procurement KPIs to senior management.

The preceding functions have been provided as examples of the types of work performed by employees assigned to this job classification. Management reserves the right to add, modify, change or rescind work assignments and to make reasonable accommodations as needed.

This position is classified as exempt meaning more than 50% of the employee’s time is spent performing exempt job duties consistent with this job description. If the employee finds the actual job duties change from those described herein, so the employee is not performing exempt duties more than 50 % of the time, the employee must immediately inform management.

About You

Qualifications

• BS degree in supply chain management, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 7-10 years in procurement, with at least 3-5 years in power, utilities, or substation projects.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Excellent communication, leadership and stakeholder management
• Strategic thinking and planning
• Deep understanding of electrical substation components and supply chain
• Strong commercial acumen with technical knowledge
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex supplier networks
• Strong knowledge of high-voltage equipment, EPC contracting, and utility procurement practices

Physical Demands

• Frequently works outdoors on uneven surfaces
• May be required to sit or stand for long periods of time
• May be required to stoop, bend, and crouch

Work Environment

• Works in the office 100% of the time
• May work in varying weather conditions: hot, cold, and wet conditions
• May occasionally work in areas with large industrial equipment subject to high noise levels and hazardous chemicals

Compensation & Benefits

• Salary $150,000-$175,000 per year
• Commensurate with experience, paid weekly. CSI reserves the right to adjust ranges depending on the selected candidates qualifications.
• Amazing Company Culture - We have a culture of trust, teamwork, performance, and commitment that drives our success.
• Competitive Salaries - We pride ourselves on offering above-average industry salaries based on talent and experience.
• Annual Paid Time Off starting at 15 days plus 9 paid Holidays.
• Generous 401(k) Plan with 100% match up to 6%. Immediate vesting and Annual profit-sharing potential.
• Company-paid life, and accidental death & dismemberment.
• Employee Assistance Plan (EAP).
• Voluntary plans available, including short- and long-term disability, vision, hospital and critical illness, and additional voluntary life insurance.
• Company medical and dental insurance for you and your family. CSI pays 100% for Employee and 75% of dependent coverage premium for the selected plan(s).

Position may be subject to pre-employment screening, which may include background check and drug testing. Accessibility: If you need an accommodation as part of the employment process, contact our Employment Hotline at 1-855-635-1321.

MYR Group, Inc. and our subsidiaries are proud to be Equal Opportunity Employers. We promote diversity of thought, culture, and background, which connects our family of brands. We are committed to a work environment that supports, inspires, and respects all individuals and in which personnel processes are merit-based and applied without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, disability, national or ethnic origin, military service status, or other protected characteristics. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

MYR Group does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States for any employer.