Procurement Specialist

ACCIONA; Georgia; On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation aid

401(k) plan

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

ACCIONA is seeking a procurement professional to identify and prequalify subcontractors/suppliers, issue RFQs, evaluate quotes, and coordinate with project teams. The role supports value engineering and cost-saving initiatives while ensuring timely bid submissions and contract awards.

Strong negotiation and contract skills are essential for success. Ideal candidates hold a engineering/quantity surveying degree with CPSM or equivalent certification and 5–7 years in a general contractor or

Qualifications

• Requires a Bachelor's in engineering or quantity surveying and a recognized procurement credential.
• Strong negotiation, communication and contract management abilities are essential.
• Experience with large general contractors or consultancies preferred.

Responsibilities

• Identify and prequalify subcontractors/suppliers for project tenders.
• Issue RFQs, evaluate offers, and manage clarifications and technical reviews.
• Coordinate with project teams for bid comparisons and award recommendations.
• Lead meetings with subcontractors and internal stakeholders to progress offers.
• Contribute to value engineering and cost-saving initiatives.
• Prepare comparison sheets and support procurement manager in negotiations.
• Monitor schedules to ensure timely bid submissions and contract awards.
• Foster strong working relationships across construction and commercial teams.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Contractual understanding

Time management

People management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Quantity Surveying

CPSM or similar procurement certification

Job description

ACCIONA offers a competitive salary, relocation assistance (where required and approved), 401(k) retirement plan, medical, dental, vision, life, short and long‑term disability benefits, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, and more.

Responsibilities

Job Description

• Research and identify potential Subcontractors / Suppliers for the Project. Engage with these subcontractors / suppliers and request them to register for prequalification to allow them to be invited to tender on selected packages.
• Follow up to determine the qualification and evaluation of selected Subcontractors / Suppliers.
• Issue Requests for Quotations (RFQs) to Subcontractors / Suppliers through the Tender Tool.
• Follow up to ensure that offers/quotations from the Subcontractors / Suppliers are received on time.
• Review the Subcontractors / Suppliers requests for clarifications (RFIs) received and responded to, including all relevant technical specifications, drawings & BOQ to ensure receiving compliance offers from Subcontractors / Suppliers.
• Set up meetings with the project team (Construction/Technical) and Subcontractors for any clarifications to allow the evaluation of the offers/quotations to be progressed.
• Actively involved in value engineering and cost‑saving initiatives.
• Prepare and issue technical and commercial comparison sheets to the management.
• Negotiate with Subcontractors / Suppliers with the support of the Procurement Manager in order to fulfill projects’ time schedule and budget requirements.
• Prepare and present with recommendations for the award of certain Subcontractors / Suppliers for scope tendered to the management for approval.
• Coordinate with other members of the Commercial Department and technical / construction departments in the preparation of the Subcontracts including scope of work etc.
• Engage in Kick off meetings with the project teams and Subcontractors / Suppliers. Ability to build positive working relationships within all the Project departments to achieve the best possible results for the Project.
• Wide knowledge across all construction methods and Subcontractors in North Dakota and surrounding States.

Experience / Qualifications

Required Skills and Competencies

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Quantity Surveying.
• A recognized Procurement Certification is desirable (CPSM or similar).
• Minimum 5-7 years’ experience working for a medium-to-large general contractor or consultant organization (preference given to working for a general contractor).
• Strong negotiation and communication skills.
• Strong understanding of contractual and commercial agreements.
• Ability to operate under pressure and to meet tight and demanding deadlines.
• Good logistical planning, record keeping and admin, time management and scheduling management abilities.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong people management skills.Good teamwork and organizational skills.Experience working within a P3/Design-Build Environment would be preferred but not essential.

ACCIONA has been given the Top Employer 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 certification in US, as well as the Top Employers North America 2022, 2023, 2024 & 2025 seal, which certifies the company's commitment to excellence in human resources management and those who focus on putting their people first through their exceptional HR policies. As a company that values diversity as a source of talent, we work to foster an inclusive environment that promotes respect, belonging and engagement so that all people can participate on an equal opportunity basis. We invite everyone to apply regardless of origin, circumstances, background or condition.