Mortenson Construction

Project Buyer I or II - Solar

Mortenson Construction$68K — $92K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management, or equivalent experience
  • Minimum 2 years of professional experience for Project Buyer I; 4 years for Project Buyer II
  • Strong knowledge of construction processes and purchasing procedures
  • Excellent negotiation, organizational, and planning skills
  • Ability to communicate effectively and work with diverse teams

Responsibilities

  • Establish and maintain supplier relationships, soliciting bids and analyzing quotations
  • Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, and delivery
  • Develop purchasing strategies with management to enhance value and reduce risk
  • Maintain procurement logs for operating group projects
  • Negotiate favorable purchase agreements and orders to meet quality and quantity specifications
  • Analyze purchasing trends and market conditions, managing budgets to increase margins
  • Track order status and communicate updates to project teams

Benefits

  • Medical and prescription drug plans including no-cost vision coverage
  • Comprehensive dental coverage
  • 401k retirement plan with generous company matching
  • Paid time off, holidays, and various paid leaves
  • Employer-paid life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • No-cost mental health tools and extensive work-life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement support
  • Adoption assistance program
  • Gym membership discounts
Full Job Description
Job Description

SUMMARY

Mortenson is currently seeking a Project Buyer I or II- Solar that will be responsible for working with project teams and suppliers to purchase materials, supplies, equipment and services.

This position offers opportunities at both levels 1 and 2, allowing candidates to apply based on their experience and qualifications. Compensation for this role is determined based on factors such as experience and location.

RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Establish and maintain relationships with suppliers: solicit bids, analyze quotations, interview prospective suppliers, and select suppliers
  • Evaluate supplier performance based on quality, cost, and delivery time
  • Work with manager to develop profitable purchasing strategies and propose procurement solutions that deliver value and reduce risk
  • Create and maintain procurement logs for each supported operating group project
  • Negotiate with suppliers to purchase items and services at the most favorable price consistent with quality, quantity, and specification requirements
  • Negotiate and prepare purchase agreements and purchase orders. Ensure suppliers adhere to contractual terms and conditions, including timeliness and quality standards
  • Analyze individual markets, handle budget and increase margin on a regular basis, track trends in purchasing habits
  • Track order status from time of placing order until delivery and communicate status to project teams
  • Visit project site to better understand project team challenges and develop streamlined procurement processes to be implemented
  • Lead special projects for team as requested
  • Effectively work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels


QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
  • Knowledge of construction processes, equipment and materials, purchasing processes and procedures
  • Negotiating, organizing, planning, verbal and communication skills
  • Strong customer service and analytical skills
  • Active listening skills and effective communication including an openness to diverse input and feedback


Education and Experience Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience
  • Minimum 2 years of experience
  • Current driver's license


ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Non-Craft Statement (Office):

This position requires the following with or without an accommodation; sitting, seeing, hearing, and utilization of

a computer and office equipment. The working environment consists of indoor and climate-controlled settings.

This position description is not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the

position. The duties and responsibilities of this position may change without notice.

A few benefits offered include:

(for Non-Craft & Non-Union Craft working 25+ hours / week)
  • Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
  • Dental plan
  • 401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
  • Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
  • No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Adoption Assistance
  • Gym Membership Discount Program


Project Buyer I
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Minimum of 2 year's experience
  • The base pay range for this role is $68,700 - $92,800


Project Buyer II
  • MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:
    • Minimum 4 years experience
  • The base pay range for this role is $76,200 - $114,300


(Actual range is higher for the following office locations: Denver, CO and Chicago, IL - 5%, Seattle, WA, and Portland, OR - 10%, Washington, D.C. - 12.5%). This position is eligible for Mortenson's incentive plan.

Base pay is positioned within the range based on several factors including an individual's knowledge, skills, and experience, with consideration given to internal equity.

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Please make note:
  • Visa sponsorship is not offered for this position.
  • Our postings are typically open a minimum of 5 days and an average of 44 days.

About Mortenson Construction

Mortenson Construction is a construction company that provides services in the areas of commercial, institutional, and energy construction. The company offers planning, design, and construction management services for various projects, including healthcare, education, sports, and entertainment facilities, as well as wind, solar, and hydroelectric power plants. Mortenson Construction serves clients in the public and private sectors, including federal, state, and local governments, as well as commercial and institutional clients. The company was founded in 1954 and is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
Learn more about Mortenson Construction
Size
7,000 employees
Industry
Net Income
$200 million
5 Year Trend
+10%
Revenue
$5 billion

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