Warehouse Buyer - 504
Dragados USA;ScanScape

Job Info

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Founded in 1941, Dragados is a primary construction arm of ACS Group, consistently ranked first overall on the Engineering News-Record (ENR) Top 250 International Contractors List. Dragados is an industry leader in delivering all types of major infrastructure projects and has a proven track record of completing some of the largest, most complex, and first-of-their kind projects in the U.S. and across the globe. In North America alone, Dragados has experience delivering more than $40 billion worth of major infrastructure projects within the last 10 years and is currently ranked #5 in transportation and #31 overall on ENR's 2022 Top 400 Contractors list.

The Hampton Roads Connector Partners JV (HRCP) consisting of VINCI Construction, Dragados, and Flatiron has been selected to construct the $3.3BN Design Build project -the largest civil construction contract ever awarded by the Virginia Department of Transportation (VDOT).

The project scope across a 9-mile section of the I-64 will include: a new 3.5-mile bridge-tunnel crossing that will accommodate a total of 8 lanes of capacity across the water, replacement of the existing marine approach bridges and the addition of a third lane on I-64 in each direction. The twin 45 diameter 1.5-mile tunnels will be bored by TBM, creating the second largest TBM tunnel opening for a TBM in North America.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in the management of the project procurement plan in accordance with approved corporate and or project policies, procedures, plans, strategy and budgets.
• Communicate with bidders and suppliers or subcontractors on procurement-related matters.
• Oversee the preparation of applicable bid inquiry documents, bid tabulations and selection recommendations.
• Participate in contract negotiations and preparation, including issuing approval of contract documents, subcontracts and purchase orders.
• Oversee Coordination of expediting, logistics and traffic with respect to the delivery of supplier equipment and materials delivered to site.
• Research new materials for design and cost savings.
• Develop and implement new purchasing strategies to deliver ongoing cost reductions and process simplification
• Maintain existing relationships with subcontractors and suppliers, and establish new relationships to ensure adequate resources for all projects and to continually improve pricing and quality of work
• Assist in settling invoice or contract disputes
• Interface with project segment managers and contract administrators, buyers, expeditors, inspectors, materials controllers, transportation and logistics and other parties as required.
• Performs other related duties as required and assigned.

Required:

• High school or GED from an accredited institution.
• Minimum 3 years' procurement experience, preferably in infrastructure projects including roads and bridges.

Preferred:

• Bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum 2 years' experience negotiating contract articles within the construction industry in a similar role.
• Ability to negotiate / discuss general clauses.
• Local Virginia experience highly preferred.
• SmartBid software experience.
• Strong contract management experience essential.
• Sound knowledge of MS Office suite, including Word and Excel.
• Knowledge of procurement best practices, import regulations, competitive bidding, market conditions, general contract terms and conditions is required.
• Strong negotiation skills, including the ability to reconcile conflicting service and financial requirements.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Results oriented with the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and timelines.
• Exceptional time management skills and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must demonstrate exceptional judgment, discretion and professional courtesy.

Benefits:

• Comprehensive compensation package
• Health Insurance/Dental Insurance/Vision Insurance
• Employer Paid Life Insurance and AD&D
• Wellness benefits & Employee Assistance Program
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Time Off

This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise; employment in this job is an "at will" employment relationship.

Dragados USA Inc is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

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