Purchasing Manager
4 weeks ago
A Purchasing Manager oversees the early stages of a construction project, from planning to preparation before actual building begins. Their role is to ensure that everything is in place to allow the project to move smoothly into the construction phase. The Purchasing Manager is responsible for Plan Lot fits, coordinating the bid process with subcontractors, negotiating pricing, and preparing direct cost budgets for residential construction projects. This role involves working closely with designers, engineers, subcontractors, and project managers to ensure cost-effective and timely project delivery.
Overall, the Purchasing Manager plays a crucial role in ensuring the project is well-prepared and set up for success before physical work starts.
Key Responsibilities include:
1. Lot Fit and Site Evaluation:
• Analyze residential lot dimensions and site conditions to determine if house plans are compatible.
• Work with engineers, architects, and surveyors to make necessary adjustments to ensure building compliance with zoning regulations and site constraints.
2. Bid Solicitation and Estimation:
• Request bids from subcontractors and suppliers for various scopes of work.
• Evaluate bids for accuracy and completeness, ensuring they meet project specifications.
• Coordinate with the estimating team to develop detailed project estimates.
3. Pricing and Negotiation:
• Negotiate prices with subcontractors and suppliers to ensure cost-effective contracts while maintaining quality standards.
• Ensure that all pricing aligns with the project budget and timelines.
• Assist in value engineering to find cost-saving opportunities without sacrificing quality.
4. Budget Preparation:
• Prepare and manage direct cost budgets for each house plan and lot.
• Ensure that budgets account for labor, materials, and any site-specific adjustments.
• Provide regular updates to management on budget status and any potential cost overruns.
5. Coordination with Design and Construction Teams:
• Work with architects, designers, and construction managers to ensure that plans and budgets are feasible.
• Address any design changes or site-specific issues that may impact construction costs or timelines.
• Ensure alignment between preconstruction plans and actual on-site conditions.
6. Vendor and Subcontractor Management:
• Establish and maintain relationships with subcontractors and suppliers.
• Manage subcontractor agreements and ensure compliance with project specifications and timelines.
7. Project Documentation and Compliance:
• Maintain thorough documentation of bids, budgets, and subcontractor agreements.
• Ensure that all preconstruction activities comply with legal, safety, and regulatory requirements.
Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field.
• 2-5 years of experience in residential construction, site evaluation, price negotiations and estimating.
• Strong negotiation skills and familiarity with subcontractor management.
• Proficiency in construction management software ( BuilderTrend,).
• Excellent organizational and communication skills.
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving ability.
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