[Hiring] Senior Procurement Specialist - Electrical/Fiber-Comm @Turner Construction

Role Description

This position can be performed from any Turner office location.

• Conduct and lead competitive sourcing and evaluation of complex equipment and scope packages across multiple projects or categories, ensuring accuracy and alignment with project requirements.
• Manage procurement process from scope review to bid coordination and award recommendations, working closely with SourceBlue Preconstruction team, project staff, suppliers, and procurement leadership.
• Facilitates review of procurement materials to ensure completeness and readiness for award.
• Supervise procurement staff and support talent development and operational improvement efforts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree from accredited program in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, Construction Management, or related field of study.
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive procurement experience, preferably within commercial construction, large-scale project environments, or supplier experience desired, or equivalent combination of education, training, and experience.
• Construction industry experience and knowledgeable of building construction types.
• Ability to interpret contract documents, drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project and procurement schedules.
• Knowledge of estimating, construction costs, scheduling, purchasing and engineering principles and techniques, general contract and subcontract documents, drawings and specifications, and familiar accounting and cost control procedures.
• Experience analyzing supplier proposals, including pricing, scope alignment, qualifications, and documenting procurement recommendations.
• Ability to conduct qualitative and quantitative analysis.
• Project management skills, able to manage high volumes of work and ability to move projects forward in a complex environment in a timely manner.
• Supervisory experience required; able to observe performance, identify areas of development, and deliver performance feedback.
• Interpersonal relationship building skills; ability to engage and secure partnerships with a broad range of contacts in construction and supply chain industry.
• Negotiation skills with ability to influence and engage others.
• Advanced presentation delivery skills; anticipate needs and tailor communications appropriately.
• Process and critical thinking skills with sound judgement decision-making and problem-solving skills.
• Knowledge of continuous improvement culture, concepts, principles, methods, and tools.
• Proficient computer skills and Microsoft Office suite of applications with intermediate Excel skills, knowledge of SharePoint, and collaboration tools.
• Limited travel.

Requirements

• Oversee scope alignment process, bid clarifications, revisions, and Best and Final Offers (BAFOs).
• Engage in negotiations of scope and pricing through to bid awards.
• Finalize and issue Recommendation of Award (ROA) documentation, including assumptions, qualifications, exclusions, and approved alternates to SB Preconstruction lead.
• Collaborate with internal teams responsible for supplier prequalification to support informed sourcing decisions.
• Oversee review and escalation of scope gaps, construction issues, and technical questions identified during bid and procurement activities.
• Contribute recommendations to continuous improvement reviews for developing and implementing procurement standards, tools, and best practices.
• Support and participate in SB procurement system initiatives, data accuracy, reporting, and adoption of new platforms.
• Analyze procurement data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for cost savings or performance improvements.
• Provide coaching and supervise daily work activities for SB Procurement team.
• Participate in hiring process, conduct onboarding for new hires, deliver timely performance feedback for direct reports, contribute to performance appraisals during annual performance cycle.
• Utilize talent management systems, and identify appropriate training to help with individual and team development needs.
• Promote and represent the company and its services to key stakeholders as an industry leader.
• Other activities, duties, and responsibilities as assigned.

Benefits

• Flexible benefits, including medical, dental and vision coverage.
• Financial benefits such as a 401(k) plan, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account.
• Wellness benefits, a voluntary legal plan, identity theft, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage.
• Paid vacation, wellness/sick time, holidays, paid parental leave, tuition reimbursement, employee referral bonuses, and end of year appreciation pay.

Company Description

SourceBlue is a subsidiary of Turner Construction Company that has been purchasing materials and equipment for major construction projects for over 20 years. With a staff of 350+ dedicated professionals and growth in equipment and material procurement since its inception, we provide Clients with comprehensive procurement services that are unmatched in the industry today. Visit us for more at www.SourceBlue.com.