Construction Procurement Manager
About The Position
The Construction Procurement Manager will coordinate procurement activities for construction materials and equipment in support of federal construction projects. This role involves leading the tracking and coordination of long-lead equipment procurement activities to support project schedule milestones, preparing and tracking purchase orders, and managing equipment and material submittal packages. The manager will monitor procurement schedules, manufacturing timelines, and equipment lead times, ensuring timely fabrication, shipment, and delivery. Key responsibilities include maintaining procurement logs, coordinating with project teams, identifying and communicating potential delays, and assisting in developing mitigation strategies. The role also involves reviewing vendor quotations, expediting critical equipment, resolving procurement-related issues, identifying procurement risks, and supporting material receiving coordination. Maintaining organized procurement records is essential.
Requirements
- Minimum 3 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, construction administration, or project coordination
- Strong understanding of procurement processes, vendor coordination, and material tracking
- Experience managing equipment submittals and purchase order documentation
- Ability to interpret construction drawings, specifications, equipment schedules, and procurement requirements
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Excel
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting construction, MEP, or federal construction projects preferred
- Ability to read and understand construction documents and equipment schedules is a plus
- Experience with ERP systems, procurement software, or project management platforms preferred
- Federal construction projects (USACE, NAVFAC, VA, GSA, DoD, etc.)
- Mechanical and electrical equipment procurement
- Long lead equipment tracking and expediting
- Construction scheduling coordination
- Vendor and subcontractor management
Responsibilities
- Coordinate procurement activities for construction materials and equipment in support of federal construction projects
- Lead tracking and coordination of long-lead equipment procurement activities to support project schedule milestones
- Prepare, issue, and track purchase orders to vendors and suppliers
- Coordinate and manage equipment and material submittal packages for client and engineering review
- Monitor procurement schedules, manufacturing timelines, and equipment lead times
- Follow up with vendors to ensure timely fabrication, shipment, and delivery of equipment and materials
- Maintain procurement logs, tracking reports, and status updates for project teams
- Coordinate with project managers, engineers, and field personnel to support project schedules and construction activities
- Identify and communicate potential procurement or delivery delays and assist in developing mitigation strategies
- Review vendor quotations, delivery schedules, and order confirmations for accuracy
- Assist with expediting critical equipment and resolving procurement-related issues
- Proactively identify procurement risks and develop recovery or mitigation plans for critical path materials and equipment
- Support material receiving coordination and documentation as required
- Maintain organized procurement records and documentation in accordance with project requirements
Benefits
- Competitive salary based on experience and qualifications.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
