Senior Supply Chain Leader: EPC Projects & Procurement

Kiewit

Lone Tree (CO)

On-site

USD 117,000 - 161,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Top-tier medical, dental and vision

Retirement plans with matching

Generous paid time off

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead all procurement and SCM activities for assigned projects from kickoff to closeout. This role develops and executes strategies, manages procurement teams, and ensures timely delivery of materials and services critical to project success.

You will partner with project management, engineering, construction, logistics, legal, and finance to drive supplier negotiations, manage risks, and build strategic relationships that support long-term

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, Logistics, or a related field.
10+ years of progressive experience in procurement, supply chain management, or construction-related supply chain functions.
3+ years of leadership or management experience overseeing project teams or functional supply chain personnel.
Experience supporting EPC projects is strongly preferred.
Proven ability to develop procurement strategies and lead supplier negotiations.
Strong understanding of procurement, contracts, logistics, supplier management, risk management, and project execution.

Responsibilities

Lead all project supply chain and procurement activities from project kickoff through project closeout.
Develop and execute project-specific supply chain execution plans, procurement strategies, and sourcing approaches aligned with project objectives.
Manage the procurement of engineered equipment, bulk materials, subcontracted services, professional services, and construction commodities.
Oversee project buy-out activities to ensure materials and services are procured competitively and in accordance with project schedules and budgets.
Lead critical commercial negotiations with suppliers, subcontractors, and service providers while minimizing project and company risk.
Develop, evaluate, and implement risk mitigation strategies related to supplier performance, material availability, logistics, market conditions, and contract exposure.
Monitor and control project supply chain budgets, including procurement expenditures, staff resources, forecasts, and overall buy-out performance.
Collaborate with project management, engineering, estimating, legal, and construction teams to align procurement activities with project milestones and execution needs.
Establish and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and subcontractors to support project delivery and long-term business objectives.
Resolve complex supplier, contract, and commercial issues while ensuring compliance with company policies and contractual requirements.
Oversee daily workflow, work assignments, priorities, and schedules for assigned supply chain personnel.
Provide leadership, mentoring, coaching, and professional development opportunities for supply chain team members.
Conduct resource planning and staffing forecasts to support current and future project needs.
Monitor market trends, supplier capabilities, and industry developments to identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.
Ensure procurement activities are executed safely, ethically, and in compliance with company policies and procedures.