Senior Procurement Specialist (Construction Works and Services)

About the role

AECOM is seeking a Senior Specialist skilled in the Procurement of Construction Works and Services to be based in New York City or Dallas, TX. Work Location Model: Hybrid.

Responsibilities

• Review project requirements and draft/review/finalize procurement strategy memos
• Prepare and issue Requests for Information / Requests for Qualification / Requests for Proposal in client's Project Management Information System
• Follow up with, and respond to vendors prior to releasing the RFP, during the bid period, and after bid submission, to answer any questions up to the award
• Level and analyze bids based on completeness, competitiveness, compliance, adherence to quality expectations, cost, schedule, ESG, etc.
• Be knowledgeable of industry trends to determine appropriate pricing
• Prepare and issue analysis report and recommendation
• Engage with General Contractors, Architects, Engineers and FF&E vendors to execute the work strategy
• Participating in successful and unsuccessful bidder calls
• Participate in negotiation and evaluation of contracts
• Prepare purchase orders, master agreements, letter agreements, and contracts for all appointments (architects/ engineers, project managers, contractors, etc.), including any reviews with client's legal counsel
• Develop and maintain relationships with key suppliers and contractors
• Conduct market research to identify new vendors and evaluate their capabilities
• Manage and report various stakeholders from multiple divisions
• Collaborate with project managers to ensure procurement aligns with project timelines and budgets
• Monitor and report on procurement performance metrics
• Ensure compliance with company policies, legal requirements, and industry standards
• Participate in continuous improvement initiatives for procurement processes

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS and four years of procurement experience in the corporate office interiors space or demonstrated equivalency of experience and/or education
• Experience in construction management, architecture or a related discpline

Preferred Requirements:

• Strong understanding of different forms of contracts and contracting strategies – especially as relates to design and construction
• Strong written and oral communication, including chairing meetings with client’s senior management team, and vendors
• Ability to work in collaborative environment but also to work independently/unsupervised
• Strong experience in using PMIS platforms such as PMWeb, Ariba, etc
• Relevant Industry certifications such as PMI-CP, MRICS, CCP, etc

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life
• AD&D
• disability benefits
• paid time off
• leaves of absences
• voluntary benefits
• perks
• flexible work options
• well-being resources
• employee assistance program
• business travel insurance
• service recognition awards
• retirement savings plan