The Purchaser hires and manages subcontractors and vendors for construction projects. Responsibilities include defining trade scopes, soliciting and evaluating bids, conducting vendor risk analysis, awarding contracts, drafting subcontracts and purchase agreements, and leading proposal review meetings. The role collaborates with estimators, project managers, and other personnel to complete procurement activities on schedule and within budget while maintaining vendor relationships.
Employment Type: Full-Time
FSLA: Salary/Exempt
Division: Purchasing
Department: Purchasing
Reports to: Regional Purchasing Manager
Supervisory Duties: Yes
Salary Range: $100,000 - $140,000
The Purchaser is responsible for hiring subcontractors and vendors for specific Consigli Construction projects. The purchaser will be assigned and work collaboratively with members of the project team including the Estimator and Project manager, to complete this function on time and on budget.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions- 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.
- Strong communication skills.
- Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.
- Ability to multi-task and self-prioritize.
- Motivated and driven.
- Ability to work in a team environment with a primary focus on collaboration.
- Excellent written and verbal presentation skills.
- Analytical thinking.
- Ability to communicate in a firm, fair and professional manner, with subcontractors & peers.
- Ability to
- High sense of urgency with the ability to excel in a fast-paced environment
- Relationship building skills.
- Ability to multi-task and manage time efficiently.
- Outstanding attention to detail.
- Ability in understanding and creating contracts.
- Strong team player with a positive attitude.
- Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, or relevant field required.
- 6-10 years of experience in construction management, procurement or similar role required, preferably in the construction field.
- 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 required.
Consigli Construction Co., Inc. Boston, Massachusetts, USA Office
Boston, MA, United States
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