Purchaser

Rising Edge Group; Denver (CO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Weekly pay periods

Generous paid time off

401(k) employer matching

Medical, dental and vision benefits

Safety training

Training & career development

Employee Family Assistance Program

Employee Referral Bonus Program

Job summary

Rising Edge Group in Denver, CO is seeking a Purchaser to support procurement for projects, materials, tools, and services. You will ensure the right items are sourced with attention to risk and commercial alignment, reporting to the Procurement Manager.

As part of the role you will develop procurement plans, manage vendor relationships, and lead weekly procurement meetings while mentoring junior staff. A pre-employment screen is required for employment consideration.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Construction Project Management, or equivalent.
• 2 years purchasing experience or 4 years related purchasing experience in construction, utilities, or industrial.
• Accreditations such as SCMP, PMP, CPIM, CSCP preferred.
• Strong HV/MV electrical equipment knowledge is a plus.
• Experience in sourcing, negotiations, and risk mitigation.

Responsibilities

• Support and standardize procurement processes, procedures, and best practices.
• Develop procurement plans based on project schedules, risks, and requirements.
• Source, evaluate, and manage vendors and subcontractors throughout the full procurement cycle.
• Review procurement activities, identify risks, and support cost savings and risk mitigation.
• Manage purchase orders, subcontract agreements, approvals, documentation, and records.
• Ensure commercial risks and prime contract requirements are incorporated into vendor/subcontractor terms.
• Participate in contract reviews, project kickoffs, and project meetings to understand requirements.
• Lead weekly procurement meetings for active projects.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and support supplier management initiatives.
• Support junior team members and identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency.

Skills

Vendor management

Sourcing

Negotiation

Contract review

Procurement planning

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business

Construction Project Management experience

Tools

Procore

ViewPoint (Vista)

ERP systems

Job description

Who We Are

Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specialization in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors to design, build, andmaintainthe critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on.

Who We Are

Rising Edge Group is an electrical contracting company founded in 2002, specialization in high-voltage electrical solutions that power critical infrastructure across North America. With operations in both Canada and the United States, we partner with clients across the electrical utilities, renewable energy, and industrial sectors to design, build, andmaintainthe critical infrastructure systems communities and industries rely on.

What You'll Do

Reporting to the Procurement Manager, the Purchaser role focuses on supporting the purchasing needs for materials, tools, equipment, and services for projects and operational scopes. The Purchaser is responsible for ensuring that the correct material, equipment, and services are sourced for the projects, considering risk profile considerations, and commercial alignment with company and project requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• The responsibilities include, but may not be limited to:
• Support and standardize procurement processes, procedures, and best practices.
• Develop procurement plans based on project schedules, risks, and requirements.
• Source, evaluate, and manage vendors and subcontractors throughout the full procurement cycle.
• Review procurement activities, identify risks, and support cost savings and risk mitigation.
• Manage purchase orders, subcontract agreements, approvals, documentation, and records.
• Ensure commercial risks and prime contract requirements are incorporated into vendor/subcontractor terms.
• Participate in contract reviews, project kickoffs, and project meetings to understand requirements.
• Lead weekly procurement meetings for active projects.
• Maintain strong vendor relationships and support supplier management initiatives.
• Support junior team members and identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency.

Additional Information

As a condition of employment, candidates will be required to complete pre-employment screening including professional reference checks and a criminal record check.

Requirements

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Economics, Construction Project Management, and 2 years purchasing experience or 4 years of related purchasing experience in construction, utilities, or industrial.
• Accreditations such as SCMP, PMP, CPIM, CSCP preferred.
• Increasing responsibilities and complexity of work throughout career.
• Strong technical knowledge of HV/MV electrical equipment and substation systems, with experience supporting the procurement, sourcing, or purchasing of electrical equipment and materials.
• Experience in sourcing, negotiations, and risk mitigation activities.
• Strong computer skills in a Windows 365, Adobe, ERP systems, Procore, and ProjectTeams preferred.
• Experience in ViewPoint (Vista) Construction Software preferred.

Benefits

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation with weekly payperiods
• Generous paid time off
• 401(k) employer matching
• Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental and vision)
• Company-paid safety training
• Ongoing training, development, and career advancement opportunities
• Employee Family Assistance Program(confidentialcounselling support)
• Employee Referral Bonus Program

Why Rising Edge Group?

Safety & Excellence:

Safety is at the heart of everything we do. Every project is approached with diligence, strategic planning, and reliable execution practices to protect our teams and the clients we serve while delivering world-class high-voltage solutions. Our unwavering commitment tosafetyand quality drivesexcellence on every project, every day.

People-First Culture

You’remore than a job title. Every person contributes to powering essential energy infrastructure across North America. Our teams are built on collaboration, respect, and accountability. We support ouremployeesthrough meaningful engagement initiatives, team events, and a culture that prioritizes wellbeing, inclusion, and genuine lasting connections.

Career Growth & Impact

Your role is a path to along-termcareer. We empower our employees with hands-on experience, exposure to diverse projects, and opportunities to advance across disciplines, locations, and career paths. Through continuous learning, mentorship, and professional development, you’llbuild lastingexpertisewhile making a tangible impact in an environment where teamwork and integrity guideour work.

Reward & Recognition

We believe skill,dedication, and excellence deserves recognition. Competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a strong culture of appreciation ensure your achievements are celebrated, your growth is supported, and your work truly makes a difference.

At Rising Edge Group,you’renot just building projects,you’rebuilding a meaningful career where your work helps power the future, one project at a time.