Procurement & Project Manager

Flipspaces Design Labs Inc; New York (NY); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus based on performance

Paid time off

Job summary

A design-build company in New York is seeking a Procurement & Project Manager to lead delivery for various commercial design-build projects. This role includes managing the procurement process, overseeing project execution, and coordinating with subcontractors. Candidates should have a Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5–10 years of experience in the U.S. commercial construction market, along with proficiency in key construction tools.

Qualifications

• 5–10 years of project execution and procurement experience in the U.S. commercial construction market.
• Strong grasp of CSI trade divisions, subcontracting structures, and building systems.
• Excellent documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery for commercial design-build projects.
• Prepare trade-wise BOQs and define scope splits.
• Negotiate pricing and finalize vendor/trade packages.
• Manage on-site execution and track project progress.

Skills

Project execution

Procurement management

Subcontractor management

Communication skills

Conflict resolution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering

Tools

Procore

Bluebeam

AutoCAD

MS Project

Job description

Benefits:

Bonus based on performance

Paid time off

Role Summary:

We are hiring a capable and experienced Procurement & Project Manager to lead delivery for commercial design-build projects across office interiors, warehousing facilities, and multifamily developments. This role will anchor the end-to-end construction procurement process, including BOQ creation, bid management, and subcontractor onboarding, while also leading on-site execution across multiple trade scopes.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Preconstruction & BOQ Development

Review construction drawings, scope briefs, and design intent to prepare trade-wise BOQs

Assist in defining scope splits between GC, trades, and OFOI/OFVI items

Conduct quantity take-offs and coordinate with estimators for budget development

Participate in early-stage design reviews to advise on construction feasibility and cost

1. Tendering & Trade Bidding

Float RFQs/RFPs to vetted local GCs, subcontractors, and suppliers

Lead pre-bid meetings and site visits for bidder alignment

Conduct commercial comparisons, scope qualification, and risk flagging

Negotiate pricing and finalize vendor/trade packages with clarity on deliverables

1. Procurement Execution

Issue work orders and purchase orders aligned with agreed timelines and payment terms

Coordinate long-lead item procurement in sync with project critical path

Track delivery schedules and submittals for materials, finishes, and equipment

Ensure compliance with insurance, licensing, and project-specific onboarding requirements

1. On-Site Project Management

Manage or coordinate with GC and subs for phased execution across site

Conduct weekly site meetings, track progress against Gantt charts, and manage site-level coordination

Flag and resolve execution bottlenecks across trades including civil, interior, MEP, and special systems

Ensure safety compliance, quality control, and documentation management

Own the punch-out process and assist with commissioning/handover documentation

Types of Projects Involved:

Corporate office interiors (tenant improvements & shell-to-core)

Warehouse and logistics hubs (light industrial buildouts)

Multifamily housing (amenities, lobbies, and back-of-house)

Adaptive reuse and mixed-use developments (where applicable)

Required Qualifications & Skills:

Bachelor's degree in Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field

5–10 years of project execution and procurement experience in the U.S. commercial construction market

Strong grasp of CSI trade divisions, subcontracting structures, and building systems

Proficiency in construction tools (Procore, Bluebeam, AutoCAD, MS Project, etc.)

Understanding of building code, permit processes, and union/non-union execution models

Strong vendor network and subcontractor management capabilities

Excellent communication, documentation, and conflict-resolution skills