Strategic Contracts & Procurement Specialist

Kiewit; Knoxville (TN); On-site; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits

Retirement plans with matching

Paid time off

Job summary

Kiewit is seeking a Contract Specialist to support its Nuclear market. You will manage the full lifecycle of procuring materials, equipment and services, negotiating contracts, and acting as the main liaison with suppliers and project teams across assigned projects.

Responsibilities include developing contracts, evaluating suppliers, and ensuring cost-effective, compliant procurement. This role emphasizes collaboration with engineers, estimators, buyers, and logistics staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management or related field with at least 2+ years’ experience in contracts & supply chain functions.
• Experience with RFP processes, contract development and procurement execution.
• Strong negotiation and supplier management abilities.

Responsibilities

• Develop, review and negotiate terms and conditions of supplier contracts.
• Manage supplier contracts and relationships to meet standards and client requirements.
• Prepare and evaluate RFPs and vendor/subcontractor proposals to fit budget and schedule.

Skills

Contract negotiations

RFP process

Supplier relations

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business or related field

Alternative: 4+ years in procurement/contracts

Tools

Microsoft Office

ERP/Procurement systems

Job description

Kiewit is seeking a Contract Specialist to support its Nuclear market. You will manage the full lifecycle of procuring materials, equipment and services, negotiating contracts, and acting as the main liaison with suppliers and project teams across assigned projects.

Responsibilities include developing contracts, evaluating suppliers, and ensuring cost-effective, compliant procurement. This role emphasizes collaboration with engineers, estimators, buyers, and logistics staff.