Senior Construction Purchaser - Subcontractor & Budget Lead

Consigli Construction 1; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 96,000 - 124,000; Full time

Job summary

Consigli Construction 1 is seeking a Purchaser responsible for hiring subcontractors and vendors for project-specific work. You will define scopes of work, collaborate with the Estimator and Project Manager to deliver on time and budget, and develop relationships with key trade partners.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering, 6-10 years in construction procurement, and proficiency with schedules, drawings, specifications.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or a relevant field.
• 6-10 years of experience in construction management, procurement or similar role.
• 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.

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, 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.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Time management

Team collaboration

Presentation skills

Analytical thinking

Contract understanding

Attention to detail

Relationship building

Team player

Urgency under pressure

High initiative

Education

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

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Consigli Construction 1 is seeking a Purchaser responsible for hiring subcontractors and vendors for project-specific work. You will define scopes of work, collaborate with the Estimator and Project Manager to deliver on time and budget, and develop relationships with key trade partners.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in construction management or engineering, 6-10 years in construction procurement, and proficiency with schedules, drawings, specifications.