Project Procurement Manager 1

Date: Jun 30, 2026 Location: Overland Park, KS, US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies Req Id: 114948 Opportunity Type: Staff Relocation Eligible: No Full time/Part time: Full-Time Project Only Hire: No Visa Sponsorship Available: No The Opportunity As the Project Procurement Manager you will be performing assigned procurement activities for a proposal(s) or project(s). May 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 List possible positions receiving direction: Procurement Representative, Procurement Coordinator, Field Procurement, 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 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 Hybrid or flexible work options may be offered after the first 90 days of employment based upon manager discretion, job performance and work assignments. Competencies Persuades Salary Plan PCR: Procurement Job Grade 016 BVH, Inc., its subsidiaries and its affiliated companies, complies with all Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) laws and regulations. Black & Veatch does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, religion, color, sex, national origin, marital status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender Identity and expression, disability, veteran status, pregnancy status or other status protected by law. Notice to External Search Firms: Black & Veatch does not accept unsolicited resumes and will not be obligated to pay a placement fee for unsolicited resumes. Black & Veatch Talent Acquisition engages with search firms directly for hiring needs. Nearest Major Market: Olathe Nearest Secondary Market: Kansas City Job Segment: Engineer, Engineering #J-18808-Ljbffr