Deputy Project Procurement Manager

Requisition ID: 298082  

• Relocation Authorized: National - Family  
• Telework Type: Full-Time Office/Project  
• Work Location: Houston, TX

Extraordinary teams building inspiring projects:

Since 1898, we have helped customers complete more than 25,000 projects in 160 countries on all seven continents that have created jobs, grown economies, improved the resiliency of the world's infrastructure, increased access to energy, resources, and vital services, and made the world a safer, cleaner place. 

Differentiated by the quality of our people and our relentless drive to deliver the most successful outcomes, we align our capabilities to our customers' objectives to create a lasting positive impact. We serve the Infrastructure; Nuclear, Security & Environmental; Energy; Mining & Metals, and the Manufacturing and Technology markets. Our services span from initial planning and investment, through start-up and operations. 

Core to Bechtel is our Vision, Values and Commitments . They are what we believe, what customers can expect, and how we deliver. Learn more about our extraordinary teams building inspiring projects in our Impact Report . 

Project Overview:

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Job Summary:

In this role, you will manage project procurement personnel in all operations for a project. You will participate with the project management team in defining and developing the scope of work, and in preparing and coordinating procurement plans, procedures, schedules, estimates, forecasts, and budgets. You will ensure procurement operations comply with corporate, business unit and project requirements.

Major Responsibilities:

• Participates with the project team on a large project in defining and developing the scope of Procurement work, and in preparing and coordinating Procurement plans, procedures, schedules, estimates, forecasts, and budgets 
• Contributes Procurement input to the preparation and/or modifications of the project’s prime contract 
• Prepares and/or directs preparation of commercial terms and conditions for use on all project purchase documents, ensuring that requirements of the prime contract are incorporated 
• When assigned by the global business unit Manager of Supply Chain, prepares, coordinates, and submits Procurement input to business development proposals, soliciting input from global business unit and Corporate Procurement personnel as necessary 
• Develops, coordinates, and makes Procurement presentations to project and/or Customer personnel 
• Prepares or directs preparation of the project Procurement procedures in conjunction with global business unit and Corporate functional management; contributes to the project procedures; monitors the Procurement team’s implementation of the project procedures; revises procedures and secures approvals as necessary 
• Manages the development of the Supply Chain Assignment Schedule and the division of responsibility 
• Coordinates Procurement execution plan with Engineering and Construction plans and operations to ensure that input from these disciplines will enable Procurement to perform its functions in accordance with project plans 
• Reviews evaluations with global business unit functional managers and the global business unit Manager of Supply Chain 
• Plans and directs the orderly closeout of Procurement operations, including destaffing, settlement of claims and back-charges, and resolving punch list items assigned to Procurement 
• Subject to required approvals, makes presentations to units of Bechtel, Customers, supplier organizations, or trade associations 
  
  
  
   

Education and Experience Requirements:

Requires bachelor's or master's degree (or international equivalent) and 13-15 years of relevant experience or 17-19 years of relevant work experience

Required Knowledge and Skills:

• Demonstrated experience leading procurement activities for large capital projects, including procurement planning, sourcing, contract formation, negotiation, and supplier management.Strong knowledge of procurement, commercial, and contract management principles, with the ability to manage risk, resolve complex commercial issues, and ensure compliance with company procedures.
• Proven ability to coordinate cross-functional teams and effectively interface with Engineering, Construction, Project Controls, Contracts, and project leadership to achieve project objectives.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with experience mentoring procurement personnel and building effective supplier and client relationships.
• Proficiency in procurement and ERP systems, cost and schedule management, reporting, and global supply chain practices, with the ability to support project delivery in a fast-paced environment.

Total Rewards/Benefits:

For decades, Bechtel has worked to inspire the next generation of employees and beyond! Because our teams face some of the world's toughest challenges, we offer robust benefits to ensure our people thrive. Whether it is advancing careers, delivering programs to enhance our culture, or providing time to recharge, Bechtel has the benefits to build a legacy of sustainable growth. Learn more at Bechtel Total Rewards

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As a global company, Bechtel has long been home to a vibrant multitude of nationalities, cultures, ethnicities, and life experiences. This diversity has made us a more trusted partner, more effective problem solvers and innovators, and a more attractive destination for leading talent.

We are committed to being a company where every colleague feels that they belong-where colleagues feel part of "One Team," respected and rewarded for what they bring, supported in pursuing their goals, invested in our values and purpose, and treated equitably. Click here to learn more about the people who power our legacy.

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