Senior Buyer - On-Site Construction, 15-Month Project

The State Group; Hawesville (KY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% PAID medical, dental, and vision

Paid time off, vacation, sick days, &

401(k) Retirement Plan with company‑to

Diversity embraced

Job summary

The State Group in Hawesville, Kentucky is seeking a Senior Buyer for a 15‑month project on-site. The role focuses on electrical construction purchasing, coordinating with the project team, and ensuring timely delivery of equipment and materials.

Strong Excel and project management database skills are essential. Ideal candidates have 10+ years in purchasing for electrical construction, experience with large-scale projects, and a commitment to compliant, efficient procurement processes.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of purchasing experience in electrical construction or related field.
• Experience on accelerated projects of $500M+ is highly preferred.
• Proficient in Excel, purchasing, and project management database systems.

Responsibilities

• Request quotations (RFQ) from vendors and subcontractors to meet project closing dates.
• Submit quotes to estimating team and review for specifications and materials accuracy.
• Coordinate with senior project team to ensure tools, equipment, and materials are scoped, ordered, and delivered per forecasted needs.
• Manage submittal, approval process, and delivery schedule of major equipment with project team.
• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials, and subcontractor services for construction projects.
• Review plans, specifications, and contracts to ensure correct orders and purchases.
• Ensure purchasing activities comply with Code of Business Conduct and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Excel

Purchasing

Project management

Stakeholder communication

Education

Related degree or trade certification

Tools

Project management databases

Job description

The State Group in Hawesville, Kentucky is seeking a Senior Buyer for a 15‑month project on-site. The role focuses on electrical construction purchasing, coordinating with the project team, and ensuring timely delivery of equipment and materials.

Strong Excel and project management database skills are essential. Ideal candidates have 10+ years in purchasing for electrical construction, experience with large-scale projects, and a commitment to compliant, efficient procurement processes.