Project Procurement Manager - Distributed Infrastructure

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Company : Black & Veatch Corporation

Req Id : 117770

Opportunity Type : Staff

Relocation eligible : No

Full time/Part time : Full-Time

Project Only Hire : No

Visa Sponsorship Available: No

Why Black & Veatch?

At Black & Veatch, you’ll be part of work that matters—designing, creating, and building the infrastructure communities rely on every day, from concept through execution.

We care about how the work gets done as much as what we build. Safety is built into every decision, and people look out for each other—speaking up, collaborating, and doing the right thing because it affects real lives.

You’ll work alongside teams solving complex challenges and turning ideas into solutions that perform in the real world—gaining hands-on experience across projects, technologies, and disciplines.

Ownership shows up in how we work. We take responsibility for outcomes, follow through on commitments, and take pride in what we deliver. As a 100% employee-owned company, employees share in the long-term success we build together.

With flexible ways of working and meaningful development opportunities, you’ll build a career you can be proud to stand behind.

The Opportunity

As the Project Procurment Manager 1, you will have the opportunity to:

Perform assigned procurement activities for a proposal(s) or project(s)

Lead others with procurement responsibilities while requiring minimal supervision

Key Responsibilities

Purchases assigned equipment, construction, and service contracts for projects following established policies and procedures

Assists in project setup of procurement related activities

Executes and manages the procurement process on assigned contracts including bid list preparation, solicitation of quotes, and evaluating, negotiating and awarding of contracts

Leads negotiations for assigned procurements and/or construction contracts

Collaborates to resolve complex claims or other contract issues

Ensures contract documents are issued correctly and on schedule

Assists with the development and monitoring of project budgets and schedules (man-hours, cost, procurement milestone durations)

Assists with the establishment and/or monitoring of procurement goals

Monitors project procurement activities and reports status

May develop, create and lead presentations to internal and external client and joint venture partners

May be responsible for soliciting budgetary pricing for equipment, material, or labor to support estimating/proposal efforts for a project or projects

May also lead and coordinate the entire budgetary pricing effort on a project or projects

Files appropriate documents and follows filing rules

Acts in capacity of a "lead person"

Does not have management responsibility for the professionals to whom they provide work direction

Possible positions receiving direction: Procurement Representative, Procurement Administrator, Expediter

Preferred Qualifications

BA or BS degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Technical / Engineering, Construction Management or related field preferred

Years of relevant experience can substitute for a degree

Preferred Skills:

Proficient Analytics - Creation and Interpretation

Strong Attention to Detail

Proficient Budget Development and Management

Strong Communication - Written and Oral

Strong Computer Skills - Databases and MS Office

Strong Contract Comprehension

Strong Data Entry

Proficient Mathematics

Strong Organizational Skills

Proficient Presentation Skills

Strong Problem Solving

Proficient Process and Technical Writing

Proficient Project Process Management

Proficient Schedule and Planning Understanding

Basic Training Development

Basic Workflow and Team Management

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum of seven (7) years of relevant experience

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations.

Work Environment/Physical Demands

Travel may be required

Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments.

Salary Plan

PCR: Procurement

Job Grade

016

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Our comprehensive benefits portfolio is a key component of this commitment and offers an array of health care benefits including but not limited to medical, dental and vision insurances along with disability and a robust wellness program.

To support a healthy work-life balance, we offer flexible work schedules, paid vacation and holiday time, sick time, and dependent sick time.

A variety of additional benefits are available to our professionals, including a company-matched 401k plan, adoption reimbursement, tuition reimbursement, vendor discounts, an employment referral program, AD&D insurance, pre-taxed accounts, voluntary legal plan and the B&V Credit Union. Professionals may also be eligible for a performance-based bonus program.

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