Entry level Commercial Construction Purchasing Agent I

Corvant•Melbourne, FL

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Corvant provides specialty HVAC, plumbing, and mechanical services to mission-critical commercial and industrial environments, supporting essential facilities across data centers, healthcare, manufacturing, logistics, and education. We deliver end-to-end solutions across the facility lifecycle, including design, prefabrication, installation, controls integration, and ongoing service. As one of the fastest-growing platforms in our space, we are focused on operational excellence, technical expertise, and building a high-performing team. We are currently seeking an Entry-Level Purchasing Agent to support our plumbing, pipefitting, and HVAC operations. This role assists with the purchasing of materials, inventory, and rental equipment required for projects across multiple Florida regions. The Purchasing Agent will work closely with project management, field operations, estimating, and vendors to ensure materials and services are ordered accurately, delivered on time, and aligned with project needs and company standards. This position is ideal for someone looking to build a career in construction purchasing and supply chain management within a fast-paced mechanical contracting environment. This is an in office position.

Requirements

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States and able to complete Form I-9 upon hire. Employment subject to E-Verify confirmation.
Must be able to travel to multiple construction sites within the U.S. and present acceptable identification for security or travel purposes.
Reliable transportation and ability to meet job-site access requirements.
Customer-service oriented mindset with a strong focus on responsiveness, accuracy, clear and teamwork
0–2 years of experience in purchasing, construction, logistics, warehouse operations, or a related field (construction or mechanical experience preferred but not required)
Basic understanding or willingness to learn plumbing, piping, HVAC, and sheet metal materials
Strong communication skills; able to communicate clearly via phone, email, and in person
Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize work in a deadline-driven environment
Effectively navigate changing priorities and workload adjustments with poise, reliability, and responsibility.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office products, particularly Excel and Word
Clean and valid driver's license and reliable transportation
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Nice To Haves

Education or coursework in construction management, supply chain, business, or a related field
Familiarity with Adobe or Bluebeam
Exposure to construction software or ERP systems (e.g., Viewpoint, Procore, Sage) is a plus
Experience working in a construction, mechanical, or industrial environment

Responsibilities

Provide customer-service–focused support to internal project teams, field personnel, and vendors through timely and professional communication
Assist in processing purchase requisitions for materials, equipment, rental items, and outside labor
Support senior purchasing staff with sourcing and procuring plumbing, piping, HVAC, and sheet metal materials
Obtain pricing, availability, and delivery information from vendors
Assist with issuing and tracking purchase orders and resolving basic purchase order issues
Coordinate with vendors to address shortages, backorders, damaged materials, and delivery discrepancies
Maintain accurate purchasing records, logs, and documentation
Assist with managing rental equipment logs, including deliveries, extensions, and returns
Support tracking of material returns, credits, and rebates
Communicate material pricing changes or availability concerns to purchasing leadership
Coordinate with estimating and operations on bulk material buyouts under supervision
Perform other purchasing-related administrative duties as assigned