CLEVELAND

Stevens Engineers & Constructors has an excellent opportunity for an experienced and highly motivated Industrial Construction Procurement Coordinator to join our Cleveland Corporate Headquarters Team. The ideal candidate will have procurement experience in a heavy industrial construction market.

 The Procurement Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring that products, materials, services, equipment and/or subcontractors are provided to schedule and according to budget. This position plays a crucial role in ensuring that construction contracts maintain profitable, and that the most cost effective materials are used to lower outlays. Seeks quotes on prices and availability of materials from a variety of suppliers and manage and report on the accumulative cost of all new purchases. As well as assuring that all materials comply with health and safety guidelines, and that the project manager and/or estimator is fully briefed on the cost of materials.

 Stevens offers a competitive salary commensurate with experience, along with an excellent benefit package. This is a perfect career opportunity to join an experienced group of professionals that are committed to providing our customers quality project results.

 

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Leads the project setup and procurement functions for one or more projects while coordinating between estimating, the Project Management Team Members.

Facilitates project handoff from the Estimating Team to the Project Management Team.

Pre-procurement setup functions including setting priorities for issuance of purchase orders and subcontracts with the Project Manager.

Performs scope review, drafting, and issuance of purchase orders and subcontracts.

Participates in negotiations of terms and conditions with vendors and subcontractors.

Solicits and review quotations from vendors and subcontractors

 Confers with project managers, users and vendors to discuss defective or unacceptable goods or service and determine corrective action. 

Leverages vendors/subcontractors across multiple procurements to create cost savings to project(s).

Researches and evaluates suppliers based on price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, production and distribution capabilities and the supplier’s reputation and history. 

Assists Operations in creating the general and special conditions, safety responsibilities and scope requisitions for each project to ensure that the scope, schedule, insurance and bonding requirements are clearly defined.

Examines the plans and specifications for any deficiencies, construction issues, and technical questions and refer any findings to the project managers.

Negotiates scope, price, and subcontract terms with vendors and subcontractors through subcontract award.

Issues recommendations for approval of subcontractors/vendors and any awards to such subcontractors/vendors to client and/or project team.

Prepares and issues subcontracts or oversee process and follows up for timely execution of the subcontracts, observes receipt of insurance certificates and any other project specific items that must be submitted to complete the subcontract process.

Assist Project Managers to monitor shipments to ensure goods come in on time and resolve problems related to undelivered goods. 

In conjunction with the project teams, develops, executes, and monitors risk management plans where/when required.

Resolves issues with regard to any disputes relating to scope of work and change orders.

 

Skills

Communication Skills - Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Negotiation Skills – Demonstrable experience in negotiating prices and terms and conditions.

Interpersonal Skills – Are a basic requirement considering that this position works closely with the Operations Team Members, vendors, subcontractors and other involved parties.

Critical Thinking Skills - Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.

Technical Skills – Knowledge of market research, data analysis, purchasing best practices and the technical aspects of construction.

Analytical Skills - Must be able to multi-task and be good at planning.Time Management Skills - Works under strict deadlines but should still be able to produce the required output in accordance to set schedules.

Cost Consciousness – Works within approved budget; develops and implements cost saving measures; contributes to profits and revenue; conserves organizational resources.

Judgment – Displays willingness to make decisions; exhibits sound and accurate judgment; supports and explains reasoning for decisions; includes appropriate people in decision-making process; makes timely decisions.

Planning/Organizing – Prioritizes and plans work activities; uses time efficiently; plans for additional resources; sets goals and objectives; and develops realistic action plans.

Strong Work Ethic – Must be results driven.

Advanced Computer Skills - Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and Microsoft Project. Working knowledge of business systems (i.e., Viewpoint) software.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Stevens Engineers & Constructors, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, marital status, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristic or category.

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