MEP Procurement Engineer - Procurement & Supply Chain

Yates Construction•Biloxi, TX

25d•Hybrid

About The Position

The MEP Procurement Engineer - Procurement & Supply Chain is responsible for leading the planning, sourcing, procurement, and delivery management of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) equipment and materials forplexmercial and industrial construction projects. This rolebines technical MEP project oversight with strategic supply chain leadership—ensuring cost-effective purchasing, contractpliance, accurate scheduling, supplier accountability, and seamless integration with project teams from design through installation. The ideal candidate is both technically fluent in MEP systems and highly experienced inmercial negotiations, contract management, supplier development, and project execution. This individual will help drive Construction's evolving procurement-as-a-service model by improving value, reducing risk, and strengthening market position through innovative and reliable MEP sourcing strategies.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Supply Chain, Business Administration, or a related field is required.
7-10+ years of experience in MEP procurement, supply chain management, or MEP project management within industrial ormercial construction.
Proven track record of managing large-scale MEP equipment packages, long-lead items, and supplier negotiations.
Experience in contract management and coordination with legal teams.
Strong negotiation, analytical, andmercial acumen.
Ability to interpret construction drawings, technical specifications, and MEP design documents.
Excellentmunication, collaboration, and leadership skills with high emotional intelligence.
Proficiency in procurement tools, ERP systems, and reporting software (Microsoft Office, SQL, PowerBI preferred).
Ability to work independently, multitask, and adapt in fast-paced, evolving environments.

Nice To Haves

Advanced degree preferred.

Responsibilities

Lead procurement execution for all MEP scopes, aligning purchasing strategies with project schedules, engineering deliverables, and construction milestones.
Coordinate closely with project managers, engineers, and site teams to ensure equipment aligns with design intent, specifications, single-line diagrams, and construction documents.
Evaluate construction drawings and site conditions to identify value-engineering opportunities and mitigate potential delivery or installation issues.
Manageplex delivery schedules, logistics constraints, and sequencing requirements to prevent delays and maintain project continuity.
Develop, implement, and oversee procurement plans for MEP systems—including vendor selection, RFPs, bid leveling,mercial negotiations, and purchase order award.
Ensure timely acquisition of materials and equipment within budget and specification requirements.
Perform market research, benchmarking, cost modeling, andpetitive analyses to support sourcing strategies and supplier selection.
Build and maintain a robust network of MEP suppliers and subcontractors while driving continuous improvement and high-performance partnerships.
Collaborate with legal teams to draft, review, and manage contracts, ensuringpliance withpany policies,mercial terms, warranty requirements, and project needs.
Lead supplier negotiations covering price, payment terms, delivery schedules, quality standards, and risk allocation.
Identify, analyze, and mitigate risks across the MEP supply chain, including long-lead equipment exposure,modity volatility, and supplier performance issues.
Act as the primary point of contact formercial and delivery-related issues with MEP suppliers and OEMs.
Monitor supplier performance through KPIs, quality metrics, on-time delivery, and contract adnce—driving corrective actions w necessary.
Maintain strong working relationships with both internal stakeholders and external suppliers, promoting transparency and effectivemunication.
Conduct cost-benefit analyses, total cost of ownership reviews, and sourcing scenario assessments.
Support budget development, track spend and forecast procurement savings and financial impacts for MEP equipment categories.
Collaborate on financial system workflows, invoice accuracy, and procurement reporting tools for visibility and governance.
Maintain a strong understanding of MEP systems, industry standards (IEC, DIN, NEC, UMC, UPC), and emerging technologies.
Stay informed about market trends,petitive landscapes, sustainable materials, factory capabilities, and supply chain innovations.
technical fluency to evaluate specifications, construction details, submittals, and design alternatives.