Strategic Construction Purchaser

H. T. PROF Group; Fort Lauderdale, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

H. T. PROF Group is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Fort Lauderdale to develop bid packages and coordinate subcontractor communications. You will identify field needs, source qualified subcontractors, and drive competitive bids while ensuring contract terms align with budgets.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in construction-related fields and at least four years in construction management, with emphasis on residential projects. On-site collaboration with field teams is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business Administration or related field.
• Minimum of 4 years of experience in Construction Management; Residential Construction a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate Bids Received, Negotiate Contract Terms and Pricing, Award and Write Contracts - Identify if bids are in line with Bid Package, analyze pricing with regards to estimates and budgets, negotiate competitive contract amounts and document in contract form.
• Maintain Subcontractor Relations - Periodically monitor subcontractor performance to determine if it is in line with contract and the needs of construction field personnel. Revise contracts when necessary to improve the quality of construction methods or the quantity of construction materials. Mediate issues between subcontractors and field personnel to maintain a productive working environment.
• Estimating and Plan Review - Create job cost estimates for multiple trades for a number of plans in different communities. These estimates are based on community standard features, current industry costs and knowledge of subcontractors. Communicate with architects and engineers on any plan changes, issues, and inconsistencies.
• Knowledge of Construction Materials and Methods - Maintain knowledge of past, present and new types of construction materials and methods. Stay in touch with variety of trade industries to be informed of newest construction technologies. Be aware of what the competition is offering to stay ahead of residential market place.
• Research/Resolve Accounting Issues - Receive and evaluate outstanding invoicing from subcontractors. Determine reoccurring issues with billing and budgeting. Meet with individuals involved in billing/budgeting/accounting processes to clarify procedures and resolve problems.
• Collect / Help Manage Subcontractor Insurance and License Information - Responsible for the initial gathering of insurance and license information from subcontractors for all new projects. Work together with Risk Management to maintain the proper insurance and license information for all of your specific subcontractors through completion of projects.
• Other related duties as requested by management.

Skills

Bid packages

Contract negotiation

Subcontractor relations

Estimating

Budgeting

Risk management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business Administration or related field

Job description

H. T. PROF Group is seeking a Purchasing Manager in Fort Lauderdale to develop bid packages and coordinate subcontractor communications. You will identify field needs, source qualified subcontractors, and drive competitive bids while ensuring contract terms align with budgets.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in construction-related fields and at least four years in construction management, with emphasis on residential projects. On-site collaboration with field teams is essential.