Manage the procurement process by securing MEP equipment and materials for CEPP purchases while meeting project schedule requirements.
Analyze materials and equipment for constructability and create innovative solutions.
Participate in vendor/manufacturer solicitation, selection, and management.
Identify and mitigate procurement risks.
Prepare bid tallies for potential projects consistent with DPR pre-construction best practices.
Manage procurement check-in meetings with suppliers/manufacturers/project teams to track project needs & fabrication status and relay communication to stakeholders in a timely fashion.
Coordinate and expedite MEP-related shop drawings and submittals for the equipment being procured with project team, supplier, owner, and internal teams.
Assist in factory start-up, acceptance testing, and documentation for the equipment purchased as part of CEPP.
Oversee contract negotiations and purchase orders in collaboration with corresponding project leads, preconstruction teams, risk management teams, vendors, manufacturers, material suppliers.
Improve cost management, strategic partnerships, and supplier management.
Utilize project management and procurement systems.
Develop and distribute reports to communicate status and action items for internal and external project requirements.
Assist with billings to ensure that invoices are submitted in a timely manner per project requirements.
Participate and contribute to the process and systems improvements for the CEPP program.

Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction or supply chain related field.
3-5 years of commercial and/or industrial construction experience.
Experience managing and procuring complex MEP packages.
Experience with procurement systems/processes/tools.
Demonstrated history of interpreting contracting language/ terminology and applying strong negotiation skills to secure favorable outcomes.
Advanced knowledge of common construction project management methodologies.
Experience working with General Contractor or EPC firm preferred.
Experience in Life Sciences, Advanced Technologies, Advanced Manufacturing, Health Care, or Higher Education Markets preferred.
Familiarity with Project Management software (CMiC), Primavera P6, and pre-construction best practices preferred.
Global purchasing experience a plus but not required.
Field experience with MEP systems preferred.

Procurement Specialist

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