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Construction Buyer

$27 - $30 per hour
Full-time

Zero Impact Energy

Benefits:

  • Retirement Plan
  • Dental insurance
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Training & development

Company Description:

We are an end-to-end Renewable Energy provider, offering products to commercial and enterprise clients in EV Charging solutions, Fleet Electrification, Solar Micro-grids, Energy storage and Hydroponic systems. We have been experiencing tremendous growth in all these areas and operate under several government rebate programs that ensure a steady and reliable flow of revenues. Our company handles the entire flow of providing these products and services beginning with Sales, Provisioning, Design and Engineering, Contracting and Construction, Servicing and Maintenance. We are a licensed C-10 contractor and operate construction crews in various areas of CA and soon the rest of the U.S.

The Job Overview

This is mid to senior level role. We are on the lookout for highly motivated individuals with a background in construction, coupled with excellent communication skills. As a Construction Buyer's primary responsibility will be procure all the materials required for building projects and ensure they are provided on time and within allocated budgets. They play a vital role, as they ensure the profitability of business contracts, by purchasing the most cost-effective and appropriate materials for each job.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, schedule and forecast procurement activities for multiple projects
  • Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials and subcontractor services for construction projects
  • Review plans, specifications and contracts to ensure the correct equipment, material and subcontractor services are ordered and/or purchased
  • Invite tenders, consult with suppliers and review quotations as well as issue RFQs
  • Determine or negotiate contract terms and conditions, award supplier contracts or recommend contract awards
  • Screen subcontractors and ensure compliance, licenses, and legitimacy
  • Provide prices for all materials included in project plans and drawings; while obtaining best vendor quotes
  • Work in line with project and construction team to ensure that timely deliveries of materials and contractors is achieved;
  • Contacting a range of suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotations for secured and up and coming project and agree lead in and delivery periods;
  • Keeping detailed records and maintaining a well-organized work schedule;
  • Dealing effectively with challenges with suppliers and the flow of materials;
  • Ensuring compliance with the safety, health, sustainability and environment requirements of materials supplier and services;
  • Become a valued member of the project team and attend all monthly internal project review meetings and helping project to run as efficiently as possible and within budget.
  • Providing advice to the Construction Project Managers on the predicted cost of individual items and notify them of any potential cost increases;
  • Liaising closely with the accounting team at the tendering stage to ensure that an accurate project cost is provided;
  • Preparing and maintaining cost reports in order to maximize efficiency within the business; and
  • Negotiating and agreeing the most favorable terms possible with suppliers once a contract has been secured;
  • Being able to communicate well in a written and verbal manner, including inductions and explanation of work; working with all staff, from site workers to directors, in a professional and fair manner.
  • Working with the project team and liaising with architects, engineers, surveyors, clients, planners and other professionals and specialists’ consultants.
  • Attending monthly Management meetings and producing report back on project procurement on each project.
  • Requesting information for project through the company RFIs system for projects.

Requirements and skills

  • Minimum of 5 years procurement experience in construction or related industry
  • Undergraduate degree
  • Strong work ethic
  • Effective oral and written communication skills
  • Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast paced environment

Zero Impact Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, union status and/or beliefs, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.
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