Procurement Engineer - PHX

About UsClayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for mission critical, industrial, life sciences, power & energy, aviation, commercial, institutional, residential and sports & entertainment related building projects.The Role We Want You ForThe Procurement Engineer will be responsible for subcontract procurement: bidding, leveling, awarding, and administering the trade labor agreements that drive project cost and schedule performance. Materials and equipment purchasing is a secondary, supporting function.This is a primarily office-based position. The distinguishing qualification is the combination of field knowledge and commercial aptitude. Candidates with a background in field engineering or project engineering bring an understanding of how subcontractors operate, where scope gaps create cost exposure, and how trade sequencing affects a bid. This role does not own scope writing; it contributes field experience and lessons learned to strengthen bid packages, improve bid leveling accuracy, and inform award decisions.The Specifics of the RoleSubcontract Bidding and AwardReview bid packages using field experience to identify scope gaps, misalignments, and execution risks prior to releaseContribute lessons learned and firsthand construction knowledge to improve scope coverage and bid package qualityBuild and manage bidder pools; coordinate prequalification, vendor outreach, and RFI responses using BuildingConnectedPerform bid leveling and gap analysis; evaluate submitted bids against the package and document scope variancesPrepare award recommendations supported by commercial data and field-informed analysisSupport subcontract negotiations by contributing cost context and construction perspectiveSubcontract AdministrationAssemble and execute subcontract packages including scope, exhibits, flowdowns, insurance, and compliance requirementsTrack post-execution deliverables and hold subcontractors to their commitments professionally and consistentlySupport change management by documenting scope events, gathering pricing, and assessing legitimacy before escalationMaintain accurate records of commercial deviations, redlines, and resolutionsAssist with payment application review; verify amounts billed against the schedule of valuesCost and Budget SupportMaintain WBS-format bid comparisons; track awarded values against the project budget and flag exposure proactivelyBuild basis-of-cost documentation: unit rates, allowances, exclusions, and negotiated value rationaleAssist with change event cost assessments and distinguish legitimate scope additions from commercial claimsField and Preconstruction CollaborationParticipate in constructability reviews and preconstruction meetings as an active contributorShare field-based lessons learned to inform bid package development and improve trade coordination outcomesSupport Estimating-to-Operations handoffs by identifying assumptions that may not align with field executionCollaborate with project managers and superintendents to surface subcontract issues before they affect field performanceRequirementsThe strongest candidates will have a background in field engineering, project engineering, or construction management and are ready to transition into an office-based procurement role. Construction experience and commercial aptitude are the primary qualifications. Formal procurement experience is a plus but is not required.3 to 6 years of experience in field engineering, project engineering, construction management, or estimating on commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projectsHands-on experience managing or coordinating subcontractors in the fieldExposure to scope development, bid packages, or subcontract documentsWorking knowledge of contract structure: scope of work, flowdown clauses, insurance requirementsProficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with BuildingConnected, Procore, or equivalent platforms is a plusStrong written communication and attention to detailSome Things You Should KnowOur clients and projects are nationwide – Travel will be required.No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.The pace is fast!Why Clayco?2025 Best Places to Work – St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.2025 ENR Midwest – Midwest Contractor (#1).2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms – Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors – Green Contractor (Top 3).2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders – Data Center Contractor (Top 3).BenefitsDiscretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!CompensationThe salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.