Construction Procurement Professional or Specialist

JOB SUMMARY

Ready to help shape the future of a leading public university? The University of Connecticut is seeking a highly technical and self‑motivated Construction Procurement Specialist or Construction Procurement Professional to join an established team of procurement and construction professionals. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to projects that directly enhance the campus environment and student experience.

The Construction Procurement Professional/Specialist is a mission critical position within the Capital Projects and Facilities Procurement team that supports the University’s capital projects program and facilities‑related initiatives, including new construction, renovation or alteration of existing buildings, infrastructure, and deferred maintenance at the University’s main campus at Storrs and its regional campuses statewide.

This service‑oriented position will work closely with the University’s Planning, Design and Construction & Facilities organization to provide highly efficient and innovative procurement solutions and perform tasks related to prequalification, bidding, awarding, contracting and contract administration functions of construction and design professional services and facilities related procurement efforts.

For the Construction Procurement Professional (P2)

• Conduct solicitation processes for procuring contractors, design professional services, and facilities‑related goods and services.
• Assist in developing standardized procedures, templates, and documents for construction related procurement procedures.
• Evaluate sources that can provide essential goods and services to support the University’s needs.
• Monitor vendor and product performances to ensure compliance with contractual obligations.
• Provide training to internal and external parties and serve as a resource regarding procedures, time requirements, availability of products and services, and administrative requirements.
• Analyze and interpret price trends and market conditions.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for the University to internal stakeholders and external customers.
• Review and approve purchase requisitions and/or contracts for assigned construction‑related commodities; determine correct method for procuring and/or contracting goods and services.
• Assist departments in developing scopes of work, specifications, and solicitation requirements for construction and facilities‑related procurements.
• Coordinate bid openings, proposal evaluations, and award recommendation processes.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, contract files, and documentation for audit and reporting purposes.
• Assist in resolving procurement‑related issues, discrepancies, and vendor performance concerns.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities for Construction Procurement Specialist (P4)

• Manage the solicitation process for complex projects including procuring construction managers at risk, contractors, and design professional services, including pre‑qualification, invitations to bid, and request for proposals.
• Manage the University’s on‑call construction related programs including the primary contact to stakeholders and contractors, track and analyze spend, and address contractor performance matters.
• Assist with contract development, negotiation, and contractor selection.
• Support contract administration activities, including change orders, claims, delays, and related contract issues.
• Ensure compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and regulations.
• Collaborate with University departments to support procurement planning, scheduling, and project delivery.
• Participate in meetings and prepare reports, documentation, and presentations, as needed.
• Proactively identify potential issues and collaborate effectively with the CPFP team and stakeholders to develop well‑considered solutions that address stakeholder needs while aligning with the University’s best interests.