Architectural Estimator/Architectural Procurement Coordinator

About the role

The is responsible for planning, developing, coordinating, and managing procurement activities for architectural and civil building materials and equipment on large, international projects. This role handles procurement correspondence and cost reporting associated with assigned buy-out responsibilities while assisting the Purchasing Manager in day-to-day procurement activities and submittals. The position consults with the Design/Build Coordinator in the process of designing architectural building materials and reviews design development documents for compliance with project requirements. The hire will perform quantity surveys and estimates based on project plans and specifications, and is expected to travel as required for project needs.

Key facts

What you'll do

Plans, develops, coordinates, and manages procurement activities for architectural and civil building materials and equipment on large, international projects.

Handles procurement correspondence and cost reporting associated with assigned buy-out responsibilities.

Assists Purchasing Manager in the day-to-day procurement activities and submittals of the assigned project.

Consults with Design/Build Coordinator in the process of designing architectural building materials.

Reviews design development documents for compliance with project requirements.

Performs quantity surveys and estimates based on project plans and specifications.

Prepares and issues bid documents to prospective vendors and subcontractors seeking pricing information. Evaluates pricing information for best value and specified product Procurement Manager prior to awarding contract.

Writes and issues contract documents for purchase of material and equipment needed for projects.

Tracks projects from design inception through completion to include all changes in design. Coordinates with the technical coordinator and issues change orders as needed to prospective vendors.

Verifies adherence to project budget by maintaining cost control of all materials and equipment purchased.

Obtains and reviews submittals for adherence to contract documents.

Upon approval of submittal, releases equipment from manufacturer for delivery and verify that materials and equipment are delivered as specified.

Coordinates with the technical coordinator on critical procurement and submittal items to meet project schedule.

Provides procurement updates to the technical coordinator and procurement manager for buy-out meetings.

Performs all other tasks as assigned.

Requirements

Minimum high school diploma/GED and five years construction management experience required.

Four-year degree in building science, construction management or engineering and five years construction management experience preferred.

Current clearance, or the ability to obtain, a Department of Defense minimum secret security clearance required.

Strong written and verbal communication skills required for this position.

Demonstrated ability to effectively manage costs and control schedule is essential.

Excellent organizational skills are necessary for success in this role.

Strong Microsoft Office suite knowledge is mandatory for daily operations.

Ability to communicate and work with multinational and multi-disciplined employees is required.

Working Conditions- Construction setting, travel required, full time. Must have the ability to crawl, climb, walk, reach with hands and arms, bend, kneel, crouch, stand for longs periods of time, lift and hold in excess of 50lbs, talk, hear and occasionally sit. Must have the ability to withstand confined spaces and or/extreme heights while negotiating tasks at hand in a safe manner to themselves and/or others. Subject to hot, cold, humid and wet conditions depending on location.

Nice to have

Four-year degree in building science, construction management or engineering and five years construction management experience preferred.

Current clearance, or the ability to obtain, a Department of Defense minimum secret security clearance required.

Practical notes

Resumes will be reviewed continually.

While the salary range is typically between $62,100 - $93,200 annually, applicants are encouraged to share compensation expectations as part of the application process.

Full-time position with travel required.

Must be able to obtain a Department of Defense minimum secret security clearance.

Working Conditions include construction settings, travel, and the physical demands specified in the requirements section.