Purchasing Agent

Overview

Are you looking for a highly rewarding opportunity that provides extensive career growth opportunity? Gilbane is seeking a Purchasing Agent II to be responsible for the pre‑ and post‑bid process on one or more projects.

As a Top‑10 ENR contractor, Gilbane is a family‑owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on‑time. You will have the opportunity to build schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas and more.

You act inclusively, show empathy, and treat others with respect and dignity in order to uphold Gilbane’s core value of "Caring" and a "People First" workplace culture. You listen to understand and convey information clearly. You are a strong problem solver, adaptable, collaborative, self‑starter, and committed to business outcomes. Your core values match Gilbane’s:
Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Tough mindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.

Gilbane offers multi‑dimensional training opportunities through Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. You work with an experienced team that provides daily learning of new industry skills. You protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client, demonstrating the characteristics of a developing leader.

• Administers the bid process from project kickoff to award, including system set‑up, bid package strategy, project manual creation, bid list management, drafting, and reviewing bid package scope of work, bid meetings, bid leveling, and recommendation to award.
• Administers the contract process, preparing and entering contracts and procurement change orders; assists in negotiation of contract terms; ensures contract compliance.
• Assists in identifying and monitoring current market conditions, trade contractors, trends, and costs.
• Recognizes and drives opportunities in the Diverse Owned Small Business (DOSB) utilization process.
• Communicates and coordinates with trade contractors, vendors, and jobsite personnel while supporting internal and external customers.
• Assists with trade partner risk mitigation strategy and execution, coordinating with operations teams and risk management.
• Coaches and mentors less experienced team members.
• Supports a positive and inclusive work environment.

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or a similar technical field.
• 4+ years of purchasing and/or construction experience.
• Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Ability for public speaking and to lead meetings.
• Knowledge of construction law, contracts, and risk management.
• Knowledge of insurance.
• Ability to read construction drawings and understand specifications.
• Ability to prepare project manual.
• Ability to analyze bids, summarize, and present results.
• Participate in the GMP process and understand the importance of Purchasing’s role regarding trade partner pre‑qualification.
• Ability to coordinate effective procurement of Virtual Design and Construction (VDC).
• Ability to run the pre‑bid RFI process.

Salary to be determined based on geographic location, skills, education, and experience, as well as internal equity. Gilbane offers a competitive health and welfare benefits package, a generous profit‑sharing/401(k) plan, and investment in employee education through Gilbane University. Qualified applicants must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.