Procurement Manager - Primoris Heavy Civil - Louisiana

Primoris Services Corporation; Louisiana; On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Medical, dental, vision, LTD/STD

401(k) with company match

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)

Pet coverage

Legal assistance

Award-winning safety programs

Job summary

Primoris Heavy Civil in Louisiana seeks a Procurement Manager to oversee procurement activities for heavy civil projects. You will drive strategic sourcing, supplier evaluation, and cost control to assure timely material and service delivery.

The role requires hands-on negotiation, ERP experience, and collaboration with project teams to optimize budgets and schedules across Louisiana sites.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in procurement, heavy civil construction
• Proven track record in large-scale heavy civil procurement
• Knowledge of materials/equipment for heavy civil projects
• Expertise in negotiation and vendor management
• Proficiency with ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and leadership abilities
• Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment
• Willingness to travel Louisiana project sites
• Professional certification (CPSM/C.P.M.) is a plus

Responsibilities

• Develop procurement strategies for heavy civil projects in Louisiana
• Manage end-to-end procurement from requisition to PO
• Evaluate and qualify suppliers and subcontractors
• Negotiate favorable terms to achieve cost savings
• Issue RFPs/RFQs and analyze responses
• Collaborate with PMs, estimators, and engineering teams
• Monitor supplier performance and resolve issues
• Ensure timely delivery to meet project schedules
• Maintain procurement records and contracts
• Stay informed on market trends and regulations
• Enforce safety and ethical guidelines

Skills

Procurement strategy

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Supply chain optimization

Analytical thinking

Communication

Leadership

Independent working

Education

CPSM or C.P.M. certification

Tools

SAP

Oracle

Job description

Job Overview:

Job Summary

The Procurement Manager for Primoris Heavy Civil in Louisiana will be responsible for overseeing and managing all procurement activities for assigned heavy civil construction projects in the region. This role focuses on strategic sourcing, vendor management, and ensuring cost-effective and timely acquisition of materials, equipment, and services to support project success.

Job Responsibilities

• Develop and implement procurement strategies tailored to heavy civil construction projects in Louisiana, including but not limited to earthworks, marine construction, and infrastructure development.
• Manage the end-to-end procurement process, from requisition to purchase order, ensuring compliance with company policies and project specifications.
• Identify, evaluate, and qualify new and existing suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors, conducting thorough due diligence and performance reviews.
• Negotiate favorable terms, conditions, and pricing with suppliers to achieve cost savings and optimize project budgets.
• Prepare and issue Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Requests for Quotations (RFQs), and invitations to bid, analyzing responses and making recommendations.
• Collaborate closely with project managers, estimators, and engineering teams to understand project needs and material specifications.
• Monitor supplier performance, resolve delivery or quality issues, and manage supplier relationships effectively.
• Ensure timely delivery of materials and services to support project schedules and prevent delays.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, contracts, and documentation.
• Stay informed of market trends, material availability, and regulatory changes impacting the heavy civil construction industry.
• Implement and enforce Primoris Services Corporation's safety and ethical guidelines within the procurement function.

Job Qualifications

• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in procurement, with a significant portion in the heavy civil construction industry.
• Proven track record of managing large-scale procurement for complex heavy civil projects.
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and services relevant to heavy civil projects (e.g., aggregates, concrete, steel, earthmoving equipment, marine services).
• Expertise in contract negotiation, vendor management, and supply chain optimization.
• Proficiency in procurement software and Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and leadership abilities.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel to project sites across Louisiana as required.
• Professional certification (e.g., CPSM, C.P.M.) is a plus.

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Company Overview:

Primoris Heavy Civil provides highway, port, airfield, rail and marine (intermodal transportation) construction services to private commercial and industrial clients as well as governmental entities such as the Department of Transportation and the US Army Corps of Engineers. Heavy Civil is comprised of six operating units that include North Louisiana Operations, South Louisiana Operations, Texas Operations, HMA Paving Operations, Concrete Paving Operations, and the Infrastructure Rehabilitation Unit.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation, paid weekly.
• Best-in-class medical, dental, vision, and LTD/STD coverage.
• 401(k) with company match, vested on day one.
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan [ESPP].
• Pet coverage for your furry friends.
• Legal assistance coverage.
• Award-winning safety programs.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Agency Statement

We are not accepting resumes from Third Party Recruiting Firms for this position. If you are an Agency or Search firm representative, contact the Primoris Talent Acquisition Manager directly for consideration. Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees arising from the use of resumes and online response forms through this source. In addition, Primoris or its subsidiaries will not be responsible for any fees on unsolicited resumes that are submitted to any member of the Staffing or Operations team. Primoris has established an approved vendor program for this service and will only consider accepting submissions from those approved firms. For consideration in becoming an approved vendor, contact HR.

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