Engineering Buyer

Job Description: • Review construction plans, specifications, schedules, and material takeoffs to translate project needs into purchasing requirements • Source qualified suppliers for materials, equipment, and construction-related services; solicit and evaluate quotes/proposals to select best-fit options • Lead commercial negotiations (pricing, lead time, delivery terms, and conditions) to optimize cost, schedule, and quality outcomes • Prepare and issue purchase orders and procurement packages in accordance with company policy and applicable legal requirements • Maintain supplier qualification documentation and support supplier onboarding and performance evaluation activities • Track material lead times, delivery schedules, and logistics to ensure timely availability aligned with project timelines • Collaborate with project managers, estimators, and construction leadership to forecast procurement needs, resolve constraints, and align on priorities • Manage changes in scope, substitutions, pricing updates, and delivery adjustments; document and communicate impacts and approvals to stakeholders • Maintain accurate, audit-ready procurement records (pricing, correspondence, approvals, and compliance documentation) • Monitor market conditions and cost drivers to support budgeting, risk mitigation, and cost reduction strategies • Partner cross-functionally to resolve invoice discrepancies, backorders, and quality issues quickly and professionally • Use systems such as Deltek Vantagepoint and FMIS to enter, track, and report purchasing activity with strong data integrity • Exhibit strong communication, organization, and follow-through skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a project environment Requirements: • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent applicable experience) • 5+ years of experience in purchasing/procurement/supply chain supporting construction or industrial projects • Prior experience reading and interpreting construction drawings, specifications, and scopes of work • Experience negotiating pricing, delivery, and commercial terms with suppliers and subcontractors • Demonstrated experience with procurement practices, supplier management, and documentation controls (purchase orders, RFQs, approvals, audit-ready records) • Hands-on experience with ERP/procurement systems and strong Excel/Office skills; comfort working with data to support decisions Benefits: • Medical insurance • Dental insurance • Vision insurance • Employee assistance program • Disability insurance • Retirement plan • Paid time off • Bonuses for performance • Flexible work from home options Apply tot his job Apply To this Job