Building Procurement Agent

Description

• Stay informed about wins and losses.
• Participate in project estimate meetings.
• Develop and strengthen internal relationships between the Kiewit Building Group and Kiewit Supply Network.
• Set up market baskets and work with 1Estimating and the Industrial Buildings Group to maintain historical pricing.
• Assist the Procurement production team for all winning projects and those moving through buy-out.
• Cultivate relationships with key vendors, including suppliers and subcontractors for building GC work and individual trades work.
• Provide feedback to bidders when estimates are unsuccessful.
• Develop a thorough understanding of Building RFPs and scopes of work in collaboration with the Industrial Buildings Group.
• Collaborate with the Industrial Buildings Group Subcontract Management team to identify and address contract gaps.
• Handle bidder clarifications and addendums.
• Populate and manage QCSs, participate in applicable QCS reviews, and oversee the commercial/procurement aspects of QCS sign-offs.
• Stay informed on industry trends and assist with cost escalation models for building-related procurement packages.
• Gain an understanding of different building execution approaches within Kiewit markets, both during estimates and production.
• Identify and develop regional knowledge of subcontractors and suppliers, maintaining comprehensive documentation.
• Manage the process of issuing RFPs, including bid lists, schedules, and RFP content.
• Perform work safely and effectively. Understand and follow oral and written instructions, including warning signs, equipment use, and other policies.
• Review and evaluate proposals and bid forms.
• Organize Lunch & Learn opportunities for the Building procurement, estimating, and engineering teams.
• Develop and maintain a vendor database/AVL specific to building projects.
• Participate in and help shape the decision-making process for RFP strategies, ensuring consistency from estimating to execution.
• Work with 1Estimating and the Industrial Buildings Group to update and maintain QCS documents.
• Contribute to the development of Scope of Work Checklists for buildings.
• Participate in Category Management initiatives within KSN for Buildings.
• Work during normal operating hours to organize and complete work within given deadlines. Work overtime and weekends as required.
• Establish and maintain relationships with 1Estimating personnel and the Industrial Buildings Group (IBG).

Requirements

• Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects with attention to detail.
• Strong understanding of building execution approaches and contract management.
• Understand cost drivers and offer value engineering and cost savings/avoidance options.
• Regular, reliable attendance
• Proven experience in procurement, purchasing, or a related role, preferably within the construction or building industry.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to develop and maintain relationships.
• Communicate and interact effectively and professionally with supervisors, employees, and others individually or in a team environment.
• Understand KSN contract templates, particularly the Subcontract, and its impact on building scope of work.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Construction Management, or related field.
• Proficiency in analyzing pricing trends and offering value engineering solutions.
• Work productively and meet deadlines timely

Benefits

Training + Development

Interview process

Visa Sponsorship

Security clearance