Construction Buyer

We are an end-to-end Renewable Energy provider, offering products to commercial and enterprise clients in EV Charging solutions, Fleet Electrification, Solar Micro-grids, Energy storage, and Hydroponic systems. We handle the entire flow of providing these products and services—from Sales, Provisioning, Design and Engineering, to Contracting and Construction, Servicing, and Maintenance. As a licensed C-10 contractor, we operate construction crews across various areas of California and are expanding throughout the U.S.

About the role

This is a mid to senior-level role for a Construction Buyer. The primary responsibility is to procure all materials required for building projects, ensuring they are delivered on time and within allocated budgets. This role is vital to the profitability of business contracts by securing the most cost-effective and appropriate materials for each job.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and forecast procurement activities for multiple projects
• Purchase general and specialized equipment, materials, and subcontractor services for construction projects
• Review plans, specifications, and contracts to ensure correct equipment, materials, and subcontractor services are ordered or purchased
• Invite tenders, consult with suppliers, review quotations, and issue RFQs
• Determine or negotiate contract terms and conditions, award supplier contracts, or recommend contract awards
• Screen subcontractors for compliance, licenses, and legitimacy
• Provide prices for all materials included in project plans and drawings while obtaining the best vendor quotes
• Work with the project and construction team to ensure timely deliveries of materials and contractors
• Contact suppliers and subcontractors to obtain quotations for secured and upcoming projects, agreeing on lead times and delivery periods
• Maintain detailed records and an organized work schedule
• Address challenges with suppliers and material flow effectively
• Ensure compliance with safety, health, sustainability, and environmental requirements for materials and services
• Attend monthly internal project review meetings and contribute to project efficiency and budget adherence
• Advise Construction Project Managers on predicted costs of individual items and notify them of potential cost increases
• Liaise with the accounting team during the tendering stage to ensure accurate project costing
• Prepare and maintain cost reports to maximize business efficiency
• Negotiate and agree on favorable terms with suppliers once a contract is secured
• Communicate effectively in written and verbal form, including inductions and work explanations
• Collaborate professionally with all staff, from site workers to directors
• Work with the project team and liaise with architects, engineers, surveyors, clients, planners, and specialist consultants
• Attend monthly management meetings and report on project procurement
• Request project information through the company’s RFI system

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of procurement experience in construction or a related industry
• Undergraduate degree
• Strong work ethic
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Ability to prioritize and multi-task in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

• Retirement Plan
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Training & development