Procurement Representative 2

Black & Veatch; Overland Park (KS); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Black & Veatch Corporation is seeking a Procurement Representative 2 in Overland Park, KS. The role supports project teams with procurement activities across equipment, services, and subcontracts, and may expand to more complex assignments.

You will work under general supervision and be part of a 100% employee-owned company. The position involves preparing bid documents, managing evaluations, and coordinating negotiations, with opportunities for growth across projects, technologies, and

Qualifications

• BA or BS degree in Supply Chain, Technical/Engineering, Construction Management or related field (preferred)
• Relevant experience may be substituted for a degree
• Two years of relevant experience minimum

Responsibilities

• Prepares contract documents and bidders list
• Issues and supports the bidding process
• Manages evaluation process with quotations and bid tabulations
• Recommends bidders and awards
• Manages negotiation process and terms

Skills

Attention to Detail

Communication

MS Office

Contract Comprehension

Data Entry

Basic Mathematics

Organizational Skills

Problem Solving

Project Process Management

Education

BA or BS in Supply Chain/Related Field

Job description

Date: Jul 28, 2026

Location: Overland Park, KS, US

Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success.

As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference.

Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 116277

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black & Veatch? At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution. We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives. You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands‑on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines. Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together. With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

The Opportunity As the Procurement Representative 2, you will have the opportunity to:

• Provide support to the project team with mildly complex procurement transaction activities (equipment, services and subcontracts), which may expand to more complex projects or assignments on multiple projects
• Support other procurement duties, including expediting, procurement administration, closeout and proposal development
• Work under general supervision

Key Responsibilities

• Prepares contract documents and bidders list
• Prepares, issues and supports the bidding process
• Manages the evaluation process through the distribution of quotations, preparation of the commercial portion of the bid tabulation, and collaboration with engineering and construction regarding the technical and constructability evaluations
• Makes recommendations for selected bidder(s) and who to award
• Schedules, coordinates and manages the negotiation process
• Begins to resolve simple and moderately complex commercial terms and conditions exceptions
• Manages the award and conforming process
• May be responsible for soliciting budgetary pricing for equipment, material, or labor to support estimating/proposal efforts for a project
• Proficient in the basic functions of the vendor database
• May train others in the function of a Procurement Representative, with oversight from Supervisor
• Files appropriate record documents and follows Corporate and project filing rules

Management Responsibilities

Individual Contributor

Preferred Qualifications

• BA or BS degree in Supply Chain Business, Technical / Engineering, Construction Management or related field (preferred)
• Relevant experience may be substituted for a degree

Preferred Skills

• Proficient Attention to Detail
• Proficient Communication - Written and Oral
• Proficient Computer Skills - Databases and MS Office
• Proficient Contract Comprehension
• Proficient Data Entry
• Basic Mathematics
• Proficient Organizational Skills
• Basic Problem Solving
• Basic Project Process Management

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience
• All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

• Travel may be required
• Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

Salary Plan

PCR: Procurement

Job Grade

013

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Black & Veatch is committed to being an employer of choice by creating a valuable work experience that keeps our people engaged, productive, safe and healthy.

Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

We are proud to be a 100 percent ESOP-owned company. As employee-owners, our professionals are empowered to drive not only their personal growth, but the company's long-term achievements - and they share in the financial rewards of the success through stock ownership.

By valuing diverse voices and perspectives, we cultivate an authentically inclusive environment for professionals and are able to provide innovative and effective solutions for clients.

BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law.

Notice to External Search Firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs.

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