Project Buyer I - Power Delivery

Mortenson • Minneapolis, MN

8d • Hybrid

About The Position

Mortenson is currently seeking a Project Buyer I to support the Power Delivery operating group. This role focuses on building supplier relationships, managing procurement activities, and ensuring timely delivery of materials and equipment for the construction of substations, wind collection systems, and transmission lines. As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), Mortenson's expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. They are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or related discipline, or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience
• 2+ years of procurement experience
• Ability to handle multiple procurement activities simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and timeliness
• Knowledge of construction processes, equipment, and/or materials, purchasing processes, and procedures
• Negotiating, organizing, planning, verbal, and communication skills
• Strong customer service and analytical skills
• Active listening skills and effective communication including openness to diverse input and feedback
• Software experience
• Current driver's license
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.).

Responsibilities

• Purchase equipment and materials at the best value while meeting quality, quantity, and specification requirements (e.g., transmission line steel, substation steel, HV electrical equipment, enclosures, MV cable).
• Collaborate with project, estimating, and design phase teams to align supply chain strategies with project goals and schedules.
• Plan material needs early in the projects design phase to secure long-lead and critical-path items.
• Solicit bids, analyze quotations, and select suppliers based on cost and schedule competitiveness.
• Ensure buyouts align with budgets and manage procurement risks and compliance.
• Interpret technical specifications and confirm supplier compliance.
• Draft and execute purchase agreements and coordinate with Risk team on surety requirements.
• Lead supplier calls to monitor performance, resolve issues, and maintain strong partnerships.
• Track orders from placement through delivery and communicate status to project teams.
• Conduct quarterly job site and supplier visits to strengthen relationships.
• Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
• Dental plan
• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
• Tuition reimbursement
• Adoption Assistance
• Gym Membership Discount Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level