Contract & Supply Chain Specialist - Kiewit Supply Network

Position Overview

Kiewit's Contracts & Supply Chain Specialists oversees procurement and subcontractor / vendor management on construction projects across North America. You provide leadership and management for procurement of engineered equipment, subcontracts, professional services, commodities, permanent plant materials, and small tools and supplies.  You will work with a procurement team to interface with engineering, estimating, design, and the site to create project-specific contract templates, negotiating with equipment vendors, material vendors, subcontractors and service providers. You will consult with corporate attorneys and senior management when necessary. 

District Overview

Kiewit Supply Network group specializes in providing comprehensive procurement services to clients across the construction and engineering industries in multiple markets, including: transportation, water/wastewater, power, OGC, building, and mining.  We provide world-class service to ensure equipment, materials and services are consistently estimated and procured at the right price. We strive to offer an appropriate level of quality and ensure materials and services are delivered on schedule and in compliance with the client’s specifications and expectations.

Location

This position is based full-time in our Oakville, ON office. 

Responsibilities

• Oversee and plan all aspects of purchasing from pre-bid to closeout.
• Represent company in negotiating contracts and formulating policies with suppliers, subcontractors and professional service providers. 
• Negotiate commercial terms and conditions with equipment vendors, material vendors, professional service providers and subcontractors; consult with corporate attorneys and senior management to minimize project and corporate risk while maintaining commercial competitiveness.
• Monitor and oversee execution of the purchasing buyout. 
• Direct and coordinate activities of personnel engaged in buying and/or estimating materials, equipment, subcontract and professional services. 
• Locate and assist in the evaluation and qualification of vendor materials and equipment, subcontractors, and professional service providers.  
• Process requisitions and prepare purchase orders for supplies and equipment. 
• Assist in the development and implementation of procurement and contract management instructions, policies and procedures. 
• Maintain records of goods ordered and received. 
• Provide feedback to assist in analyzing market and delivery systems to assess present and future material availability. 
• Resolve vendor or contractor grievances and claims. 
• Review purchase order or subcontractor claims and contracts for conformance to company policy. 
• Communicate and enforce purchasing policies & procedures to project team; provide training to ensure policies and procedures are followed.
• Responsible for projections, financial planning, expediting, delivery schedules and project purchasing reporting.
• Provide detailed risk assessments and mitigation strategies to project cost, schedule, quality and general buyout
• Oversee the development and review of all procurement analytics, reporting and deliverables.

Site-specific Responsibilities 

• Implement and oversee project mobilization activities including office set-up, site general arrangement, etc. 
• Oversee project support such as site security, recycling, temporary fencing, jobsite signage, dumpsters, trailer set up, etc. 
• Work with the material management department to ensure proper material receiving and control. 

Qualifications

• Proficient in Microsoft Office (Power Point, Word, Excel) with general knowledge of database utilization. SAP experience is a plus.
• Bachelor’s degree in construction management, business, engineering, supply chain management, or equivalent degree and/or a minimum of five years’ experience in engineering and/or construction or related field. 
• Knowledge of equipment and materials common in Engineering, Procurement and Construction (EPC) projects.
• Detail-oriented, flexible and highly motivated with a strong work ethic and professional demeanor.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to perform multiple tasks efficiently and accurately.
• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills for both managerial and client interfacing.
• Team player with the ability to also work independently to meet fixed deadlines, goals and objectives.
• Strong leadership and people management skills.

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