Construction Procurement Coordinator

About the role

The Procurement Coordinator supports day-to-day purchasing and vendor management across construction projects, ensuring materials, equipment, and subcontracted services arrive on time to support project schedules. The role works closely with suppliers, vendors, and project teams to champion ideas and drive smooth, on‑time procurement operations.

This role may involve the use of artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support research, analysis, content development, design, reporting, or operational efficiency. Employees are expected to use AI responsibly and in compliance with company policies, data privacy requirements, confidentiality obligations, and applicable laws. All AI‑generated or AI‑assisted outputs must be reviewed for accuracy, quality, and appropriateness before use. Employees must disclose when AI tools have been used and must not present AI‑generated content as solely their own original work.

Onni has been building communities for over half a century, with a commitment to quality construction, innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction. The company operates across North America, with offices in Vancouver, Toronto, Los Angeles, Seattle, Phoenix, and Chicago.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute initiatives to support vendor and supplier processes daily, aiming for 100% on‑time delivery of construction materials and equipment to job sites.
• Send monthly follow‑up lists to vendors and suppliers to request status updates and review outstanding deliveries.
• Expedite shortage items, past‑due materials and equipment, and urgent parts requests to help avoid project delays.
• Perform data analysis and reporting on vendor performance, material pricing, and delivery timelines using Microsoft Excel.
• Manage the purchase order (PO) process and vendor acknowledgments for construction materials, equipment, and subcontracted services.
• Coordinate with project managers and site superintendents to confirm material and equipment needs align with project schedules.
• Support procurement operations across active construction project sites and coordinate with the broader purchasing team as needed.
• Maintain accurate procurement records and vendor documentation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• One to two years of experience in supply chain, procurement, or construction purchasing.
• Ability to work onsite in Seattle.
• Comfortable working within Excel workbooks; familiarity with construction materials and equipment a plus.
• Self‑starter who can work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, both written and oral.
• Ability to solve problems and recommend solutions.
• Strong organizational, multi‑tasking, and time‑management skills.
• Familiarity with construction terminology, materials, and project schedules preferred.

Physical demands: frequently sit for extended periods; occasionally stand, walk, reach, handle objects, climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. Frequently lift and/or move up to 30 lbs, with occasional heavier lifting as needed; assistance provided for lifts beyond recommended limits per Cal/OSHA. May involve exposure to moving mechanical parts, airborne particles, chemicals, electrical hazards, and other workplace risks; necessary PPE provided per OSHA. Noise levels generally moderate but may require hearing protection in certain situations.

Pay

Salary range: $28‑$30 per hour.