Regional Lead - Project Manager, Direct Purchasing

Consigli Construction•Boston, MA

1d•$113,000 - $132,000

About The Position

The Arch Energy Direct Purchase Regional Lead - Project Manager (DPRL-PM) serves as a primary contact for regional stakeholders, including Regional Directors, Project Executives, Owners, OPMs, Developers, Architects, Engineers, and Subcontractors. The role oversees regional Direct Purchase responsibilities and the full lifecycle of scopes and packages, including early engagement, purchasing, recommendations, awards, budgets, costs, schedules, risk management, resource management, quality, and safety, while providing exceptional customer service. The DPRL-PM oversees implementation of a Raving Fans action plan and contributes to business development through networking events, marketing initiatives, proposal preparation, and interviews. The position also represents Direct Purchase and the wider Arch Energy / Consigli business, manages and mentors multiple team members, and leads development and management of project profit opportunities.

Requirements

At least 5 years of experience in the construction industry in full-lifecycle purchasing, project management, or a similar role.
Strong communication skills.
Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.
Ability to multitask and self-prioritize.
Intrinsic motivation and drive.
Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
Strong written and verbal presentation skills.
Ability to review, understand, and support change-management processes.
Strong negotiation skills.
Ability to understand contract conditions.

Nice To Haves

A bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or Architecture is preferred.
OSHA-10 and OSHA-30.
Proficiency with cost-management software; Timberline and Sage are preferred.
Proficiency with scheduling software; Primavera P6 is preferred.
Proficiency with construction-management software; Procore is preferred.

Responsibilities

Engage early in the project preconstruction process.
Provide initial Direct Purchase equipment budget and lead-time information to projects.
Demarcate Direct Purchase scopes, review constructability, and confirm final scope.
Work with the project team and legal to identify project Owner flow-down requirements.
Identify Direct Purchase vendors.
Prepare and issue Requests for Proposal (RFPs).
Coordinate Requests for Information (RFIs).
Review RFP responses and conduct descoping sessions.
Level bids and identify risks and mitigation proposals.
Prepare Direct Purchase recommendations.
Award material purchase orders.
Conduct project and vendor kickoff meetings.
Expedite and coordinate review, comments, and approval of submittals.
Release scopes and provide ongoing expediting.
Review updated project documentation and drawings to identify scope changes, and manage changes as appropriate.
Coordinate equipment inspections and testing.
Coordinate equipment transportation and storage.
Coordinate vendor support for installation and startup.
Coordinate warranty certificates and related work.
Coordinate final For Record (FR) documentation.
Manage package closeout, lessons learned, and feedback.
Gather project feedback through Raving Fans.
Update systems to maintain accurate package status.
Manage package and regional Direct Purchase financials, including cost reporting, monthly requisitions, invoice review and approval, timely completion, requisition processes that maintain project cash flow, and proactive communication and resolution of issues.
Work with the wider Direct Purchase team to keep Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) current and fit for purpose.
Represent and serve as the primary Direct Purchase contact within the assigned region, including attending regional meetings as appropriate.
Represent Direct Purchase and the wider Arch Energy / Consigli business at external events.
Mentor and manage multiple team members.
Evaluate team-member performance, identify training needs, and conduct training and development.
Perform safety walks with field and safety staff and record observations.
Assist with preparation for project pursuit interviews and present at interviews.
Lead development and management of optimal project profit opportunities.
Oversee implementation of a Raving Fans action plan and contribute to business development activities, including networking, marketing initiatives, proposal preparation, and interviews.