Sourcing Specialist (EPC/Utilities) - Houston, TX

EnergyLink Sourcing, LLC

$70K — $95K *
Energy & Utilities
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3-10+ years sourcing or procurement experience in power generation or electric utility projects
  • Proven vendor management and RFP solicitation experience
  • Strong knowledge of T&D materials and substation equipment
  • Preferred experience in EPC projects, material sourcing, or estimating
  • Established relationships with utility industry vendors
  • Excellent attention to detail and communication skills
  • Ability to manage multiple projects effectively

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage large material and equipment bids for T&D EPC projects
  • Review client RFPs and engineering designs to identify gaps
  • Validate materials and quantities from engineering drawings; organize bid packages
  • Build bidder lists and solicit vendor pre-qualification info
  • Manage vendor quotes/proposals in compliance with internal policies
  • Evaluate bids and present vendor recommendations
  • Ensure accuracy of material estimates and meet project deadlines

Benefits

  • Generous PTO & paid holidays to maintain work-life balance
  • 401(k) with a generous match to plan for your future
  • Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
  • Weekly pay for consistent, reliable compensation
  • Great mentoring & career growth opportunities
Full Job Description

Sourcing SpecialistOnsite: M-F - 2707 N. Loop West, Houston, TX 77008

EnergyLink, a Quanta company, is seeking a Sourcing Specialist to drive the success of our Transmission, Substation, and Distribution (T&D) EPC projects. In this role, you9ll partner with internal teams and top-tier vendors to run the full sourcing lifecycle9launching competitive bids and RFPs, analyzing commercial proposals, and securing smart, cost-effective deals.

T&D/Utility experience is strongly preferred.

Engineering/Procurement/Construction (EPC) experience outside of this sector will be considered depending on the industry.

What You9ll Do
  • Lead and manage large material and equipment bids for T&D EPC projects.

  • Review client RFPs and engineering designs to identify gaps, document requirements (e.g., MBE/WBE, Buy American), and define scopes of work.

  • Validate materials and quantities from engineering drawings; organize and issue bid packages.

  • Build bidder lists with Supply Chain/project input; solicit vendor pre-qualification info.

  • Manage vendor quotes/proposals in compliance with internal policies.

  • Evaluate bids, analyze proposals and contracts, manage negotiations, and present vendor recommendations.

  • Ensure accuracy of material estimates and meet project deadlines.

  • Perform special projects and other duties as assigned.

What You9ll Bring
  • 3-10+ years sourcing or procurement experience for power generation or electric utility projects - or Engineering/Procurement/Construction (EPC) industry.
  • Proven experience in vendor management, RFP solicitation and response, tender evaluation, commercial risk analysis, contract review, pricing negotiations, and quotations.

  • Strong T&D material knowledge (overhead and underground) and familiarity with substation equipment (breakers, capacitor banks, etc.).

  • Experience in EPC projects, material sourcing, procurement, or estimating is preferred.

  • Established vendor and manufacturer relationships in the utility industry are a plus.

  • Self-starter with excellent attention to detail, communication, and time management skills.

  • Ability to manage multiple projects and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization.

  • Travel up to 10% may be required.

What You9ll Get
  • Competitive base salary

  • Generous PTO & paid holidaysto maintain work-life balance

  • 401(k) with a generous matchto plan for your future

  • Comprehensive benefits 6 medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

  • Weekly payfor consistent, reliable compensation

  • Great mentoring & career growth opportunities 6 we invest in your development#LI-SM1

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