Materials Manager

Quanta-Services; Town of Texas (WI); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Health coverage

401(k) and development

Job summary

Quanta-Services’ QISG unit is hiring a Materials Manager to support a $250M, 286MW EPC power project near Midland, TX with a two‑month training period in Eagle Mountain, UT.

This is a full-time, permanent role requiring on-site work with travel and lodging covered. You will manage materials, coordinate with vendors and procurement, track lead times, and ensure timely delivery for construction.

Joining QISG offers competitive compensation, health benefits, 401(k) and development opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent with 2+ years of material experience.
• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years in construction EPC preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develops and manages material management practices with the client.
• Coordinate with vendors to quickly obtain materials for expedited requests.
• Ensure materials align with schedules and communicate with team and vendors.
• Perform material take-offs and determine necessary materials for completion.
• Manage lead times and forecast material needs for project schedules.
• Oversee vendor shipments and on-site material delivery.
• Conduct on-site material audits and address discrepancies.
• Input project materials data into the inventory system for real-time reporting.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Team orientation

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree

High school diploma

Tools

ClearSpider

Job description

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About this Role

QISG is hiring a Materials Manager to support a $250M, 286MW power generation EPC project.

Position Highlights:

• Long-term project assignment near Midland, TX
• Initial 2-month training period will be in Eagle Mountain, UT
• This is a full-time, permanent QISG position with opportunities to transition to future projects after completion
• Must be willing to workon project site
• Travel and lodging expenses covered by QISG

What You'll Do

• Develops and manages industry best material management practices and resources with client
• Works with customer approved local vendors to quickly obtain materials when expedited requests are needed
• Works directly with procurement to ensure project materials adhere to construction and delivery schedules, and effectively communicate with client, project team and vendors to obtain the precise material required on time
• Performs material take-offs and works with customer, engineering, project management and construction to determine necessary material for project completion
• Manages lead times and material availability by identifying the material construction need dates, order by dates, and material decision points to be included in project schedules; including forecasting and reservation based on construction schedule or look ahead
• Directly interfaces and oversees vendor shipments to ensure logistics and timely delivery of construction materials to the project
• Continuously monitors changes to construction material requirements to ensure appropriate requisitions and/or revisions are efficiently addressed
• Prepares Materials Management Execution Plan as needed
• Manages all aspects of receiving and issuing of all materials, equipment, tools and consumables to ensure effective, timely and accurate receipt and issue for construction
• Establishes layout of warehouse and or lay-down yard, using warehouse/material management industry best practices to safely maximize space and streamline operations to efficiently support construction efforts
• Ensures all inventory is handled and stored safely, according to any requirements and engineering specifications
• Manages and executes receiving, count, and inspection of materials delivered to construction/warehouse/ lay-down yard and addressing any discrepancy whether it be QA/QC, overage, shortage, damage, or other
• Obtains and resolves material related questions and/or problems, directly coordinating between project manager, engineering, suppliers, fabricators, construction, project controls or other management
• Plans, manages, and executes phase bundling, structure staging and kitting to help streamline materials for construction
• Performs on-site material audits to ensure accuracy of inventory
• Directly manages, controls, and performs data input for project materials within our inventory management system (ClearSpider), to provide real time and accurate inventory reporting
• Directs, coordinates and supervises the off−loading and storage of materials as they are received or issued to construction
• Performs project closeout for materials, purchase orders, and other contract requirements, including obtaining proper disposition instruction of excess materials
• Acts as liaison between Project manager, customer, supplier, and construction management to resolve any material related issues
• Adheres to internal standards, policies, and procedures
• Performs special projects and completes other duties as assigned or requested

What You'll Bring

Required Experience and Education

• High school diploma (or equivalent) and 2+ years of relevant experience

Preferred Experience and Education

• Bachelor’s degree and 5+ years of relevant experience
• Relevant career experience in the construction industry and exposure to EPC projects in the electric power delivery sector is preferred

Skills

• Highly motivated, well organized, resourceful, and proactive with a tenacious and empowering team orientated style
• Well-developed written and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrated problem solving experience with the ability to multi-task and apply a structured approach to complex situations
• Ability to work irregular schedule and long hours required to meet required deadlines

Travel Requirements

• Travel: Yes
• Percent of Time: 25%

What You'll Get

QISG Benefits Highlights

• Competitive Compensation
• Comprehensive Health Coverage - Multiple Medical, dental & vision plans with 100% preventive care
• 24/7 telehealth (Teladoc)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Company-funded HSA and pre-tax savings options
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• No-cost Short- and Long-term Disability
• Employer-paid basic Life & AD&D Insurance
• Paid Time off (PTO) and 10 Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental leave
• Education Reimbursement and Professional Development
• Employee discount program and optional insurance offerings:
  • Identity Theft Protection
  • Accident Insurance
  • Voluntary Life (spouse and child)
  • Critical Illness
  • Hospital Indemnity
  • Pet Insurance

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.