Project Expeditor - Houston, TX

S&B; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

S&B is seeking an experienced Project Expeditor in Houston to independently handle procurement assignments for high-dollar materials and equipment on EPC projects. The role requires evaluating suppliers, expediting deliveries, and coordinating logistics to support cost containment and project efficiency.

Normal duties include collaborating with engineering and construction teams, preparing reports, and ensuring ethical, timely execution.

Qualifications

• Minimum five years of related procurement experience.
• Typing ability and proficiency with Microsoft Office required.

Responsibilities

• Consult with engineering and construction management to clarify material need dates.
• Discuss needs with suppliers, review alternate vendor suggestions, and make recommendations to project management.
• Coordinate with supplier and construction management regarding equipment lead times and delivery needs.
• Create procurement reports and related documents for estimating and planning.
• Obtain routine cost information for budgeting and cost control.
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance and maintaining supplier data.

Skills

Procurement experience

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

OVERVIEW

Independently performs a variety of assignments requiring the investigation and evaluation of suppliers and the expediting of high-dollar value, unique, and specialty construction materials and equipment. This role must be capable of independent judgement in evaluating, selecting, and applying standard techniques, procedures, and criteria in carrying out a sequence of related expediting tasks for a construction project and has a direct impact upon cost containment, efficiency and the profitability of operations. Assignments have clear and specific objectives requiring the investigation of a limited number of variables. The ability to understand and coordinate logistical issues is critical for this position.

ABOUT S&B

S&B is an exceptional full-service Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) company, proudly maintaining private ownership and operation for over five decades. With our extensive experience, we have successfully undertaken diverse projects across various industries, including Oil & Gas, Chemicals, Petrochemicals, Energy Transition, Power, and Pulp & Paper. What sets us apart is our unwavering commitment to safety, timely project completion, and cost-effective solutions. Our proven track record speaks for itself, as we consistently deliver outstanding results while adhering to the highest industry standards. Moreover, our company culture is unparalleled, fostering an environment of collaboration, innovation, and excellence. At S&B, we understand the value of our talented team, and we ensure they are rewarded accordingly. We offer a competitive compensation package, flexible and hybrid work schedules, and a comprehensive benefits program to attract and retain the best professionals in the field.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

May direct the activities of and/or advise less experienced expediting personnel and administrative support personnel. This role must perform their work in an ethical manner and ensure their subordinates understand the value of high ethical standards in daily and routine activities. This role leads by example.

EDUCATION

Normally requires a 4 year degree in Business Administration (or related curriculum). In lieu of a degree, 5 years of equivalent experience in construction related procurement activities is also acceptable.

QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

Requires a minimum of five (5) years related procurement experience. The ability to type and proficiency in standard Microsoft Office products is required.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

The role of Project Expeditor is to collaborate within a multi-discipline team in an effort to fully develop, deliver and complete a successful project. As part of this collaborative effort, this role requires the presence of the individual working within a group setting, with regular interaction during meetings and one on one, face to face discussions with other individuals on the team on a daily basis.

TYPICAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Consults with engineering and construction management to clarify material need dates.
• Discuss needs with supplier, review supplier's alternate suggestions, and makes recommendations to project management with respect to vendor data and better deliveries.
• Consults with supplier and construction management regarding need dates of equipment.
• Creates reports and other procurement documents.
• Obtains routine cost information for estimating purposes.
• Solicits information from suppliers regarding their capabilities and qualifications and updates the supplier database of information
• Assists in the evaluation of a supplier’s performance.
• Understands logistical problems and brings them in focus in time for successful resolution.
• Coordinates and communicates Source Inspection timing and issues with appropriate personnel.

LANGUAGE AND COMMUNICATION SKILLS

The ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical bulletins and government regulations are essential requirements for this role. The ability to write reports, business correspondence and procedure manuals will also be a regular requirement for this role. The ability to effectively deliver oral presentations and to respond to questions from groups of managers, engineers, clients and suppliers will be a daily requirement for this role. Job success often hinges upon interpersonal communication and relationship development skills. Job tasks require frequent interchange and the successful completion of job tasks depends in large part upon effective interaction and communication with others.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS

The ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume and the ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry are required.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Occasionally, will participate in a field trip to a job site or a supplier's manufacturing facility. This requires the ability to stand, walk, reach, climb and balance. Lifting up to 25 pounds may be required.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Normally will work in an office enviroment, but occasionally will participate in a field trip to a job site or to a supplier’s manufacturing facility which may require exposure to outdoor weather conditions, loud noise, fumes, and airborne particles.