Construction and Inventory Specialist

SERVPRO of North Bethesda/Aspen Hill/Rossmoor is hiring a Construction And Inventory Specialist. SERVPRO of North Bethesda/Aspen Hill/Rossmoor offers:

• Competitive compensation - $18 - $20 per hour, promotion based on performance after 1 year of employment, and bonuses for referring new work
• Superior benefits - sick leave immediately and after 6 months of employment eligibility for 401K with company matching, vacation leave and paid holidays
• Career progression - to grow into a Construction Project Manager, and quarterly performance reviews
• Professional development - on-the-job training and paid training/certifications after 90 days of employment
• Health, Life, Vision and Dental available after 30 days of employment

As the Construction And Inventory Specialist, you will be responsible for managing a wide range of functions in ensuring that all materials and services required for construction projects are procured in a timely and cost-effective manner. You will work closely with project managers, vendors, and suppliers to identify needs, analyze pricing, negotiate contracts, and manage the procurement process. This position requires an individual with a strong background in purchasing and construction to contribute to the success of our organization.

1. Customer Satisfaction

• Establish customer relationship for construction services.
• Educate customer on the construction process.
• Work with customers to understand desired upgrades/changes.
• Ensure that estimates meet client requirements.

2. Project Initiation

• Analyze labor, material, and time requirements for a project.
• Research and identify potential vendors and suppliers, and evaluate their capabilities, pricing, and delivery terms.
• Coordinate with vendors and suppliers to prepare and submit purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and completeness of documentation.
• Analyze quotes, proposals, and bids to make informed purchasing decisions.
• Recognize project constraints and/or needed upgrades.
• Work with Construction Managers to understand material requirements for construction projects.
• Negotiate contract terms and conditions, ensuring favorable terms and pricing for the organization.
• Review and compare pricing and quality of materials and services to ensure cost-effectiveness and adherence to budgetary guidelines.
• Monitor vendor and supplier performance, resolving any issues or conflicts that may arise.

3. Inventory

• Develop and maintain an effective system to manage all inventory of tools, company assets and warehouse materials. This system should include a process to ensure accountability of all materials removed as well as the need to purchase additional materials.
• Ensure that all employees have the necessary company provided tools assigned to them.
• Ensure that all assets' trucks maintain a standard stock of materials with company branding clearly identified. These assets should be replenished as needed.
• Maintain an updated list of new tools to include a description of the tool with associated serial numbers.
• Track materials needed and used, to ensure that construction supplies are fully utilized.
• Monitor vehicle maintenance and schedule services when needed.
• Conduct weekly inspections of the condition of vehicles. Monitor and report any damage.
• Plan and execute the delivery of materials to job site.

Necessary Experience and Skill Set

• Bachelor's degree in business, supply chain management, or a related field
• 3+ years of experience in purchasing, preferably in the construction industry
• Strong knowledge of construction materials, equipment, and services

Skills/Physical Demands/Competencies

• Ability to lift a minimum of 50 pounds regularly, occasionally up to 100 pounds with assistance
• Ability to climb ladders, work at ceiling heights, work in tight spaces (e.g., crawl spaces, attics)
• Ability to repetitively push/pull/lift/carry objects
• Ability to work with/around cleaning agents