Project Buyer I or II - Power Delivery

Mortenson • Robbinsdale, MN

19d • $68,700 - $114,300 • Hybrid

About The Position

Mortenson is seeking a Project Buyer I or II – Power Delivery 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. This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or related discipline, or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related 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
• 2-3+ years of procurement experience (Project Buyer I)
• 5+ years of procurement experience (Project Buyer II)
• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status

Responsibilities

• Purchase equipment and materials at the best value while meeting quality, quantity, and specification requirements (e.g., transmission line steel, substation steel, high and medium voltage electrical equipment, enclosures, MV cable).
• 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.
• 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.
• Collaborate with project, estimating, and design phase teams to align supply chain strategies with project goals and schedules (Project Buyer I).
• Learn contract administration and procurement risk management processes (Project Buyer I).
• Support order tracking and reporting for assigned projects (Project Buyer I).
• Assist with supplier communications and issue resolution (Project Buyer I).
• Lead procurement strategy development for assigned projects by collaborating with project, estimating, and design phase teams to align supply chain strategies with project goals and schedules (Project Buyer II).
• Lead risk mitigation planning for critical equipment and long-lead materials (Project Buyer II).
• Lead supplier calls to monitor performance, resolve issues, and maintain strong partnerships (Project Buyer II).
• Drives supplier performance improvements and risk mitigation (Project Buyer II).

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