Senior Mechanical Procurement Manager

2 weeks ago

Providence Rhode Island, United States Gilbane Building Company Full time

Position Overview:


The Senior Mechanical Procurement Manager is tasked with implementing category strategies for designated Mechanical Equipment sourcing, execution, and supplier oversight.

This role encompasses various systems such as Air Handling Units (AHUs), Rooftop Units (RTUs), Chillers, Fire Suppression Systems, Plumbing, and Building Automation Control Systems, along with their significant components and connections.


Key Responsibilities:
Provide subject matter expert (SME) level technical and commercial guidance to projects and operations throughout the direct procurement process, whether directly or via subcontractors.

Oversee all aspects of direct procurement strategies across multiple projects.


Assist project teams in executing thorough planning that addresses both technical and commercial dimensions, develop project-specific scopes of work for equipment suppliers and/or manufacturers, ensure bidder prequalification, and facilitate RFP/RFQ development.


Lead or support commercial and technical bid assessments, make award recommendations, implement cost-reduction strategies, draft and review purchase orders, and manage post-award administration for select major mechanical packages.

Ensure that the sourcing process aligns with contract terms and established practices.

Participate in coordination meetings, authorize suppliers for fabrication, monitor delivery schedules, attend factory witness tests, and engage in other inspection activities as necessary. Coordinate delivery logistics, verify major package receipts, and facilitate pre-commissioning meetings while collaborating with engineering/design teams, suppliers, manufacturers, trade contractors, project teams, clients, and jobsite personnel to ensure seamless project execution post-award for major mechanical packages.

Proactively track, report, and act to guarantee timely equipment delivery. Collaborate with vendors to develop alternative solutions for management approval in case of delivery delays.

Provide general technical category support for Business Development, Pre-Construction, Purchasing, estimating, and other internal stakeholders.

Maintain strong relationships with manufacturers, suppliers, and trade contractors, supported by technical expertise in mechanical systems. Capable of managing and supporting multiple external client transactions and engagements.

Foster and nurture positive and professional relationships both internally and externally with trade contractors, manufacturers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders (Preconstruction, Estimating, Purchasing, and Operations).

Contribute critical SME insights to quarterly company market conditions reports.

Manage and lead several diverse projects simultaneously, adapting to frequently changing priorities.

Essential Competencies:
Effective Leadership – Demonstrate emotional intelligence to cultivate a culture of trust, problem-solving, and accountability within your team.


Effective Communication – Listen actively to understand and convey information clearly in all formats, ensuring a shared understanding of the message.

Inclusive Practices – Ensure respectful actions and behaviors; show empathy and treat others with dignity. Leverage the capabilities and insights of individuals with diverse perspectives and motivations.

Problem Solving – Identify, prioritize, and implement alternative solutions.


Agility and Adaptability – Maintain effectiveness and adjust to change by exploring the rationale, trying new approaches, and collaborating with others to ensure successful change implementation.

Foster an atmosphere of open-mindedness towards change.

Results Orientation – Exhibit passion and commitment while achieving positive business outcomes. Instill a sense of individual ownership and accountability.


Innovation Advocacy – Identify opportunities for new and improved methodologies that yield value-added, unique, and differentiated solutions.


Qualifications:
EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION


10-15 years of relevant industry experience in engineering, sourcing, supply chain, procurement, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience in mechanical engineering, mechanical contracting, MEP roles in construction, and commercial operations.

A Bachelor's Degree in engineering, supply chain, or a related field is preferred.

Or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES

The ideal candidate should be a collaborative team player with exceptional organizational, computer, ethical, and interpersonal skills.

Ability to adapt to a rapidly changing work environment with evolving needs and requests.

Capacity to make informed decisions with limited information and operate autonomously.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills.

Excellent oral and written communication abilities.

Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.


Compensation will be determined based on the applicant's education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and market alignment.

Gilbane offers a comprehensive total compensation package that includes competitive health and welfare benefits along with a generous profit-sharing/401k plan.

We are committed to investing in our employees' education and have established Gilbane University as a premier training organization within the construction industry.

Qualified applicants who receive an offer must successfully complete a pre-employment substance abuse test.

Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and

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Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please refrain from forwarding unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee.

Gilbane will not pay fees to any third-party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes.

Unsolicited resumes received will be considered the property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly.

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