Project Buyer II - Power

Project Buyer II - Power

SUMMARY   

Mortenson is currently seeking a  Project Buyer II to join our Power Team that will be responsible for working with project teams and suppliers to purchase materials, supplies,  equipment and services. 

RESPONSIBILITIES  

• Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers: solicit bids, analyze quotations, interview prospective suppliers, and select suppliers along with evaluating supplier performance based on quality, cost, and delivery time

• Work with manager to develop profitable purchasing strategies and propose procurement solutions that deliver value and reduce risk 

• Create and maintain procurement logs for each supported operating group project

• Negotiate and prepare purchase agreements and purchase orders. Ensure suppliers adhere to contractual terms and conditions, including timeliness and quality standards

• Negotiate with suppliers to purchase items and services at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, and specification requirements

• Analyze individual markets, handle budget and increase margin on a regular basis, track trends in purchasing habits

• Track order status from time of placing order until delivery and communicate status to project teams

• Visit project site to better understand project team challenges and develop streamlined procurement processes to be implemented

QUALIFICATIONS  

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience

• Minimum 4 years of experience

• Current driver’s license

• Knowledge of construction processes, equipment and materials, purchasing processes and procedures

• Negotiating, organizing, planning, verbal and communication skills

• Strong customer service and analytical skills

• Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback 

A few benefits offered include:   

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week) 

• Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage  

• Dental plan  

• 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match

• Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves  

• Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance  

• No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources 

• Tuition reimbursement  

• Adoption Assistance   

• Gym Membership Discount Program   

The base pay range for this role is $76,200 - $114,300. (Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL – 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR – 10%, Washington, D.C. – 12.5%). 

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity. This position is eligible for Mortenson’s incentive plan. 

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Please make note:   

• Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.

• Our postings are typically  open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.  

ABOUT MORTENSON  

As a top builder, developer, and EPC (Engineering, Procurement, and Construction), our expertise spans markets like sports, renewable energy, data centers, healthcare, and more. We are builders at heart, working to ensure the built environment has a lasting positive impact.  

Let’s Redefine Possible®  

Equal Employment Opportunity  

Your uniqueness brings new and creative perspectives to the team. Mortenson is committed to providing equal opportunities  of employment (EOE) to all individuals, regardless of your race, religion, gender, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, marital status or any other legally protected category. 

Other Items to Note  

• Mortenson reserves the right to hire any individual without legal or financial obligation on unwanted solicitations.  No agency emails, calls, or solicitations are accepted  without a valid agreement. 

• Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status, 0-1, TN, CPT, OPT, etc.). We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa  at this time .