Quanta Services, Inc. is seeking a results-driven Senior Sourcing Specialist to support their Transmission, Substation, and Distribution (T&D) EPC projects. The role involves managing the full sourcing lifecycle, including running bids and RFPs, evaluating proposals, and securing cost-effective deals with top vendors.
Responsibilities:
- Lead and manage large material and equipment bids for T&D EPC projects
- Review RFPs and engineering designs to define scope, identify gaps, and document requirements (e.g., MBE/WBE, Buy American)
- Validate materials and quantities, prepare and issue bid packages
- Build bidder lists, solicit pre-qualification info, and manage vendor proposals
- Evaluate bids, negotiate contracts, and present vendor recommendations
- Ensure accurate material estimates and timely project delivery
- Mentor junior and mid-level Sourcing Specialists
- Support special projects and other duties as needed
Requirements:
- 3–10+ years in sourcing or procurement for power generation, electric utility, or EPC projects
- Expertise in vendor management, RFPs, tender evaluation, commercial risk analysis, contract review, and pricing negotiations
- Strong knowledge of T&D materials (overhead/underground) and substation equipment (breakers, capacitor banks, etc.)
- Self-starter with excellent attention to detail, communication, and time management
- Able to manage multiple projects and collaborate across all organizational levels
- Up to 15% domestic travel may be required
- T&D/Utility experience is strongly preferred, but EPC experience in other industries will also be considered
- Experience in EPC project procurement, material sourcing, or estimating preferred
- Established utility vendor/manufacturer relationships a plus