Purchaser

Consigli Construction Co., Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Consigli Construction Co., Inc. in Washington, DC seeks a Purchaser to hire subcontractors and vendors for active construction projects.

You will define concise trade package scopes and coordinate with the Estimator and Project Manager to ensure tasks stay on time and within budget. You will develop and maintain relationships with subs and vendors, oversee prequalification, bids, and awards, and write subcontracts and material purchase agreements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a related field.
• 6–10 years of experience in construction management, procurement or similar role.
• Experience reviewing estimates and/or budgets for construction projects and evaluating subcontractor proposals.
• Strong computer skills and proficiency in Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• 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 (Estimator, Project Manager) to meet deadlines and 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 and scope of work reviews.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Skills

Communication

Initiative

Multitasking

Teamwork

Written & verbal

Presentation

Analytical thinking

Contract understanding

Urgency & speed

Detail orientation

Relationship building

Education

Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Title: Purchaser
Employment Type: Full-Time
FSLA: Salary/Exempt
Division: Purchasing
Department: Purchasing
Reports to: Regional Purchasing Manager
Supervisory Duties: Yes
Salary Range: $90,000 - $110,000

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

• Strong communication skills.
• Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to multi-task, manage time efficiently 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.Outstanding attention to detail.
• Ability in understanding and creating contracts.
• Strong team player with a positive attitude.

Required Experience

• 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.