Expediter

Black & Veatch Family of Companies•Olathe, KS

40d•Hybrid

About The Position

Together, we own our company, our future, and our shared success. As an employee-owned company, our people are Black & Veatch. We put them at the center of everything we do and empower them to grow, explore new possibilities and use their diverse talents and perspectives to solve humanity's biggest challenges in an ever-evolving world. With over 100 years of innovation in sustainable infrastructure and our expertise in engineering, procurement, consulting and construction, together we are building a world of difference. Company : Black & Veatch Corporation Req Id : 112286 Opportunity Type : Staff Relocation eligible : No Full time/Part time : Full-Time Project Only Hire : No Visa Sponsorship Available: No Why Black and Veatch? Black & Veatch allows you to lend your talent and perspective to humanity’s biggest challenges in a flexible environment where you are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities. We offer competitive compensation; 401K match and benefits that start day 1. Our hybrid environment allows you to balance your work and personal life. At Black & Veatch, you own your career with purpose and meaning. You are empowered to grow and explore new possibilities at every step of your career journey. Bring your big ideas knowing you are safe to be who you are and speak up with concerns or questions and put your diverse talents and perspectives to use. #LI-LP1The OpportunityPerforms mildly complex expediting activities to support project teams, which may expand to more complex activities or support across multiple projects. May be required to support other procurement duties. Receives general supervision.The TeamAs part of BV Operations, your skills will be aligned to projects that support our 3 market sectors- Governments & Environment, Energy & Process Industries, and Connectivity & Commercial. In roles like Engineers, Technicians, and Skilled Specialists you will be engaged with exciting projects across the globe. From small community improvements to grand-scale Mega Projects, you will be Building a World of Difference through infrastructure growth and development while learning and focusing on your own individual development. The foundation of BV Operations provides the ability to move where your skills are needed and allows for a collaborative and innovative culture offering greater challenges and career development opportunities.

Requirements

Minimum of two (2) years relevant experience.
All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.
Proficient Attention to Detail.
Proficient Communication - Written and Oral.
Proficient Computer Skills - Databases and MS Office .
Basic Contract Comprehension.
Proficient Data Entry.
Basic Mathematics.
Proficient Organizational Skills.
Basic Problem Solving.
Basic Project Process Management.
Basic Schedule and Planning Understanding.

Nice To Haves

BA or BS degree in Supply Chain, Business, Technical / Engineering, Construction Management or related field (preferred).
Relevant experience may be substituted for a degree.

Responsibilities

Knowledge of project requirements from initiation, is proactive on the information available and is able to support the development of the project expediting plan.
Proficient in the functions of the expediting tools used to track vendor performance and deliverables.
Coordinates and leads the tracking process through appropriate communications with the project and supply chain, and collaborates with engineering and material receiving regarding tracked submittals and equipment status.
Reviews and evaluates Vendor schedules (production planning, shop workflow, material acquisition, assembly, shipment) to identify discrepancies in regards to established project requirements.
Calculates, tracks and maintains liquidated damage (or other, as required) positions, following contracted agreed articles.
Prepares status reports and presents to project management.
May receive, organize and upload equipment shipping details to field material receiving system, or coordinates this information with the field for upload.
Understands relevant contract responsibilities as they pertain to order delivery and expediting activities.
May train others in the function of an Expediter.
Files appropriate record documents and follows Corporate and project filing rules.
May be responsible for shop visits to monitor / check progress and shop position.