Architecture Engineer & Construction Buyer- Construction Services

Turner & Townsend • Annapolis, MD

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Turner & Townsend Heery is seeking an Architecture Engineer & Construction Buyer- Construction Services to work on large-scale purchasing efforts for Architect/Engineering and Construction services. This is a hybrid role, requiring 2-3 days per week in the office, with the remaining days available for offsite work. The role involves setting up agreements and contracts for vendors from start to finish, including frequent contact with county departments, officials, and Project Managers. Supervision and coordination of purchases handled by multiple staff members are also aspects of this role. Work is performed independently within established policies, procedures, and purchasing regulations, with review by superiors through conferences and reports.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of industry-approved purchasing, inspecting, and shipping methods, specifically regarding A/E and Construction commodities. Ex. Short-lists, RFPs, RFQs, IFBs
• Analyzing complex bid tabulations.
• Proven ability to meet and negotiate effectively with agencies and vendors; must possess strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to operate within formal purchasing regulations and compliance frameworks (including SOX controls).
• Knowledge and understanding of typical industry approved purchasing methods desired.
• Knowledge and understanding of sources of supply and of market and price trends.
• Ability to meet and negotiate with agencies and vendors.
• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.

Nice To Haves

• High school diploma, preferably supplemented by completion of some college-level courses in business administration; and some experience in the purchasing of a variety of supplies, materials, and equipment is desired.

Responsibilities

• Manage the end-to-end setup of vendor agreements and contracts; process purchase orders and change orders efficiently.
• Assist in preparing moderately complex specifications; tabulate and analyze bids to recommend vendor awards.
• Review and approve requisitions; solicit both verbal and written quotations from various sources.
• Act as a primary point of contact for using agencies, county officials, and vendors; expedite orders to ensure timely delivery and project progression.
• Maintain precise records and reports; adhere to SOX control responsibilities where applicable.
• Provide oversight and coordination for purchases involving multiple staff members to ensure departmental alignment.

Benefits

• Great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
• Promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees