Strategic Construction & Capital Projects Procurement Lead

University of Kansas; Lawrence (KS); On-site; USD 110,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

The Senior Procurement Officer - Construction & Capital Projects at University of Kansas leads strategic procurement for construction, capital improvements, infrastructure, and major facilities projects. This role oversees sourcing, contracting, supplier management, procurement compliance, and advisory services for a broad capital project portfolio.

In close partnership with Facilities Planning & Development, Operations, General Counsel, Risk Management, and university leadership, you will guide

Qualifications

• Master's degree with related experience in procurement, contracting, or sourcing for capital projects.
• Experience leading procurement for construction, capital projects, or large-scale facilities.
• Proven ability to manage complex solicitations (RFPs, RFQs, IFBs) and supplier negotiations.
• Strong knowledge of public-sector procurement rules and governance frameworks.
• Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders and legal/compliance teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement activities for capital construction, infrastructure, and major facilities projects.
• Develop and manage competitive solicitations (RFPs, RFQs, RFIs) for construction and professional services.
• Negotiate complex contracts and manage supplier relationships and performance.
• Oversee procurement records, reporting, and governance to ensure compliance.
• Advise stakeholders on procurement strategies balancing cost, schedule, quality, and risk.

Skills

Procurement

Contracting

Sourcing

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Regulatory compliance

Public sector procurement

Education

Master's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Contract management platforms

Enterprise procurement systems

Job description

The Senior Procurement Officer - Construction & Capital Projects at University of Kansas leads strategic procurement for construction, capital improvements, infrastructure, and major facilities projects. This role oversees sourcing, contracting, supplier management, procurement compliance, and advisory services for a broad capital project portfolio.

In close partnership with Facilities Planning & Development, Operations, General Counsel, Risk Management, and university leadership, you will guide