Webber - Procurement Specialist - Corporate

Ferrovial • The Woodlands, TX

2d • Onsite

About The Position

Join Ferrovial: Where Innovation Meets Opportunity Are you ready to elevate your career with a global leader in infrastructure solving complex problems and generating a positive outcome on people’s lives? At Ferrovial, we are not just a company; we are a community of innovators and trailblazers. Listed on three major stock markets: Nasdaq (US), Euronext Amsterdam (Netherlands) and IBEX 35 (Spain), we are also member of the Dow Jones Sustainability Index and FTSE4Good. We operate in more than 15 countries and have a workforce of over 24,000 professionals worldwide., including Highways, Airports, Construction, and Energy. Founded in 1963, Webber, part of Ferrovial Construction, is a leading construction company that specializes in heavy civil, waterworks, energy and infrastructure management and is dedicated to safely providing intelligent solutions to its clients and community. Webber is headquartered in Houston, Texas, with offices and projects in the United States and Canada. Webber supports a wide range of project models to meet client needs, including traditional design bid build, design build, alternative delivery models and public private partnership (P3) solutions. Webber also has an in-house engineering services department to help optimize building efficiency and quality while solving complex project challenges using field experience, innovative construction methods and BIM technology. As a subsidiary of Ferrovial, Webber has access to a global network of skilled engineers, best-in-class technology and vast resources. Why Ferrovial? Global presence, local impact: Be part of a company that is shaping the future of infrastructure worldwide, with challenging roles and projects that make a real difference. Collaborative excellence: Work alongside talented professionals in a collaborative environment where your ideas and contributions are valued. Inclusive Culture: Thrive in an innovative and respectful workplace that values every voice, celebrates what makes us unique and turns differences into innovation. Career growth: Benefit from global and cross-business unit mobility, with development processes designed to ensure your professional growth. Compelling benefits and employee wellbeing: Enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that rewards your hard work and dedication and take advantage of initiatives designed to support your physical and psychological health. Productivity tools: Utilize cutting-edge tools like Microsoft Copilot to enhance your productivity and efficiency. Job Description: Overview The position will make a significant contribution to Webber by managing vendor contracts for multiple projects. This position works very closely with the Procurement department and Project personnel as a critical member of the team. This role is expected to give exposure to major elements of water/wastewater and heavy civil construction including vendor pricing, raw and manufactured materials market forces, relationships with critical vendors, expanded knowledge of legal terms and definitions, and cross-training for all divisions including Heavy Civil, Waterworks, Energy, and Infrastructure Services.

Requirements

• High level of computer skills in MS Word, MS Excel, MS Outlook, SharePoint, and Access
• Ability to effectively communicate with all levels within the organization and with external vendors/suppliers
• Demonstrated experience planning, purchasing, and negotiating
• Strategic Thinking
• Ability to adapt to change
• Understanding of risk management
• Minimum College diploma in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Accounting or Finance
• 2+ years construction industry experience in water/wastewater or highway construction (preferred)
• Experience using SAP or similar ERP
• Project management, estimating, or procurement experience with projects in the $3MM to $100MM range is preferred

Responsibilities

• Develop, strengthen, and maintain strategic relationships with key Suppliers and Subcontractors
• Collaborate with project teams and Commercial bidding teams to make critical purchases for the company
• Perform analysis and evaluation of vendor quotations, drafting of the vendor contracts, and coordination of agreements from internal approvals through execution
• Negotiate and prepare vendor agreements & change orders
• Provide guidance and assistance to project teams and estimators
• Provide onsite trainings to the projects
• Work with the latest technology in construction, bidding, purchasing, and business management
• All other duties as assigned to enhance the operations of the company

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree