AGENT – CONSTRUCTION PURCHASING (BUYER)

TITLE: AGENT – CONSTRUCTION PURCHASING PURPOSE: The Construction Purchasing Agent I is a skilled industry professional in facilitating and coordinating projects-oriented purchasing and procurement. Position is responsible for pursuing and establishing District contract engagements in compliance with prescribed contract specifications and purchasing policies and procedures, and is engaged in all facets of the project life-cycle from initiation through closure. Remote-Hybrid work applicable after probation period. RECOMMENDED: KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES (KSAs) Knowledge In-depth knowledge of public procurement methods including ITB, RFP, RFQ, CCNA-based selection processes, and negotiated GMP procurement. Working knowledge of Florida public procurement statutes , including but not limited to procurement thresholds, competitive solicitation requirements, protest procedures, and audit compliance expectations. Knowledge of construction delivery methods (CM at-Risk, Design-Bid-Build, Design-Build) and associated contractual risk allocation. Understanding of construction cost structures , including GMP development, contingency management, allowances, and change orders. Knowledge of contract law principles as applied to public construction contracting, including indemnification, insurance, bonding, and dispute resolution. Familiarity with SBE participation programs , workforce requirements, and compliance tracking. Skills Demonstrated skill in negotiating complex, high-dollar construction contracts , including scope clarification, fee structures, general conditions, and risk allocation. Strong analytical skills in evaluating proposals , cost breakdowns, and contractor qualifications to support best-value recommendations. Ability to independently develop, manage, and administer solicitations from planning through award with minimal supervision. Advanced skill in drafting and editing procurement documents with a high degree of accuracy and regulatory compliance. Effective stakeholder management skills, including the ability to facilitate consensus among architects, engineers, contractors, legal staff, and internal departments . Strong written communication skills tailored to formal, auditable public procurement records (e.g., tabulations, award recommendations, negotiation memoranda). Proficiency in procurement and contract management systems and advanced use of spreadsheets for cost and proposal analysis. Abilities Ability to exercise sound independent judgment in interpreting policies, resolving procurement issues, and making recommendations on complex contracting matters. Ability to balance compliance requirements with project delivery needs , ensuring both regulatory adherence and operational efficiency. Ability to manage multiple concurrent procurements with competing deadlines and priorities in a high-volume environment. Ability to identify risk and proactively mitigate contractual, financial, and schedule exposure . Ability to work both autonomously and collaboratively , contributing effectively within cross-functional project teams while maintaining ownership of assigned procurements. Ability to navigate sensitive or contested procurement situations (e.g., protests, vendor disputes, non-performance) with professionalism and procedural integrity. Ability to quickly develop subject matter familiarity across a variety of construction project types (remodel, renovation, new construction, modernization). QUALIFICATIONS 1. Bachelor’s degree in business administration or related field. 2. Three (3) years of progressive industry experience in projects-oriented procurement activities involving securing contracting, materials, services, and supplies according to project timelines, contract specifications, and project budgets. (Example industries include, but are not necessarily limited to, capital construction, manufacturing, transportation systems, and utilities infrastructure.). 3. Prefer experience for a medium- to la…

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