Construction Field Purchase/Buyer

Field Buyer
At PCL Industrial Construction Co., part of the PCL Family of Companies (PCL), we don’t just build projects—we build opportunities, careers and communities. We are 100% employee-owned, every employee has a stake in our success, and that shared commitment drives how we work, grow and lead in the construction industry.
We’re a team of builders who care deeply about what we create and who we build it with. We are not only investing in what’s next in construction, we are investing in what’s next for your career.
As a Field Buyer for PCL Industrial Construction Co. in Abilene, Texas, Houston, Texas, you’ll have the opportunity to take ownership of on-site procurement needs, build strong vendor relationships, and solve real-time challenges to support successful project execution.
Annual discretionary performance bonuses
Industry-leading medical, dental and vision benefits
Life, AD&D and disability insurance
HSA or FSA for healthcare, dependent care and transportation
Mental health and wellness support, including Employee Assistance Programs
Access to world-class training through PCL’s College of Construction and professional development courses
Here’s how a Field Buyer for PCL Industrial Construction Co. within US PICCo contributes to our team:
Purchases materials, assets and services in accordance with policies and procedures, using cost-effective and ethical approaches and meeting required criteria.
Identifies and selects vendors to purchase requisitioned consumables, while meeting criteria such as specification, price, quantity, quality, safety, and delivery date.
Develops general commodity knowledge by working with procurement experts, using supplier resources, and acquisition assignments.
Creates and issues appropriate purchase documents and applying the relevant purchasing and supply agreements to daily purchases.
Develops and maintains constructive and customer focused working relationships with stakeholders.
Identifies, evaluates, and escalates risks that could affect project deliverables, activities, and schedule.
Coordinates all aspects of the purchasing process with suppliers to schedule deliveries and resolve material discrepancies, outstanding or overdue deliveries, warranty claims, and return of material.
Resolves conflicts between purchaser and supplier for standard purchases.
Maintains preventive maintenance requirements and minor repairs for operating equipment.
High school diploma.
Bachelor’s diploma or degree in a related discipline is considered an asset.
1 year of experience in supply chain or procurement is preferred.
Basic construction knowledge including awareness of procedures, project life cycles, and construction resources and equipment.
Basic understanding of applicable procurement laws and regulations, procurement best practices and supply chain processes.
Awareness of commonly used construction materials, permanent/non-permanent materials, services, tools, and equipment.
Working experience of Microsoft Office Suite with a strong aptitude for adopting new technology.
PCL projects are where life happens, where communities connect, careers begin, and progress is made. Regardless of the type of project, we are building something bigger: a future that's inclusive, resilient and full of opportunity.
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Field Buyer