Purchaser

Consigli Construction Co., Inc.; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Consigli Construction Co., Inc. is seeking a Purchaser to hire subcontractors and vendors for specified projects. You will define trade package scopes and collaborate with the Estimator and Project Manager to meet time and budget targets.

You will oversee prequalification, bid solicitation, and award processes, conduct risk analysis, and write subcontracts and purchase agreements. Strong communication and analytical skills are essential for success.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required in construction management, engineering or related field.
• 6–10 years of experience in construction management, procurement, or similar role.

Responsibilities

• Hire subcontractors and vendors for specific construction projects.
• Define concise trade package scopes of work prior to buying these packages.
• Collaborate with the project team, including the Estimator and Project Manager, to ensure tasks are completed on time and within budget.
• Develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Oversee prequalification, bid solicitation, and award processes for subcontractors and vendors.
• Conduct risk analysis related to subcontractors and vendors.
• Write subcontracts and material purchase agreements.
• Organize and lead meetings with subcontractors and vendors.
• Facilitate and lead proposal (scope of work) reviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Subcontractor procurement

Vendor management

Contract negotiation

Team collaboration

Communication

Analytical thinking

Multi-tasking

Urgency management

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Employment Type: Full-Time

FSLA: Salary/Exempt

Division: Purchasing

Department: Purchasing

Reports to: Regional Purchasing Manager

Supervisory Duties: Yes

Salary Range: $100,000 - $140,000

The Purchaser is responsible for hiring subcontractors and vendors for specific Consigli Construction projects. The purchaser will be assigned and work collaboratively with members of the project team including the Estimator and Project manager, to complete this function on time and on budget.

Responsibilities / Essential Functions

• Hire subcontractors and vendors for specific construction projects.

• Define concise trade package scopes of work prior to buying these packages.

• Collaborate with project team members, including the Estimator and Project Manager, to ensure tasks are completed on time and within budget.
• Work with company personnel to develop and maintain relationships with subcontractors and vendors.
• Oversee the prequalification, bid solicitation, and award processes for subcontractors and vendors.
• Conduct risk analysis related to subcontractors and vendors.
• Write subcontracts and material purchase agreements.
• Organize and lead meetings with subcontractors and vendors.
• Facilitate and lead proposal (scope of work), review meetings.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Key Skills

• Strongcommunication skills.

• Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.

• Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize.

• Motivated and driven.

• Ability to work in a team environment with a primary focus on collaboration.

• Excellent written and verbal presentation skills.

• Analytical thinking.

• Ability to communicate in a firm, fair and professional manner, with subcontractors & peers.

• Ability to

• High sense of urgency with the ability to excel in a fast-paced environment

• Relationship building skills.

• Ability to multi-task and manage time efficiently.

• Outstanding attention to detail.

• Ability in understanding and creating contracts.

• Strong team player with a positive attitude.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or relevant field required.

• 6-10 years of experience in construction management, procurement or similar role required, preferably in the construction field.

• Experience with and general comprehension of construction schedules, drawings and specifications.

• Experience with review of estimates and/or budgets for construction projects and evaluating subcontractor proposals.

• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office required.