Lead Buyer - Construction

Lead Buyer opportunity with Traylor Bros., Inc! Traylor Bros., Inc. (TBI) is one of the most respected and sought-after tunneling firms in a very specialized industry. We are one of the few companies that possess the ability to complete the most technically demanding underground projects, whether soft ground or hard rock. Our track record of more than 110 projects and 90-plus miles of bored tunnels speaks for itself. What makes us different? Our Mission is to excel at constructing complex infrastructure safer, better, and faster by engaging the entrepreneurial and innovative spirit of our team members and providing a limitless opportunity for personal and professional growth in a close-knit and collaborative organization. Our Core Values: Safety . We are committed to providing a safe work environment. This is always our priority. People . Our talented team is our greatest asset. We provide opportunity, reward performance, and support a positive and balanced work environment. Innovation. We have the ability to engineer creative solutions to overcome any obstacle. Ethics. We are honest and ethical in all our business dealings. Communication. We encourage open and honest communication throughout our organization. Community. We add value to our industry and the communities in which we work. Required Skills Project Description Our customer is a utility in Arizona looking to add approximately 2,000 MW of pumped storage energy capacity to meet growing demand across its network. We are building a high-performing joint venture team to deliver this complex EPC heavy civil project and are seeking motivated, hands-on, collaborative professionals who are problem solvers and thrive in a fast-paced project environment. The project will utilize a lower reservoir and include the construction of a new upper reservoir through the development of new dams. The reservoirs will be connected by underground waterways tunneled through rock, allowing water to move through an approximately 1,200-foot elevation difference between the two reservoirs. The project scope includes significant access road development, upper reservoir construction, dams and an overflow spillway, underground tunnel waterways in challenging geological and hydrogeological conditions, upper and lower reservoir inlet/outlet structures, hydromechanical equipment, an underground powerhouse, and supporting surface facilities and buildings. Position Summary The Buyer will support project procurement activities by developing, issuing, and administering purchase orders in accordance with project purchasing procedures and requirements. This position will work closely with project management, engineering, construction, suppliers, and other procurement professionals to ensure materials and services are purchased efficiently, competitively, and in support of project schedule and cost objectives. Major Responsibilities Prepare, maintain, and monitor project bidder lists. Coordinate with procurement, engineering, construction, and other project teams to identify purchasing requirements. Prepare, issue, and administer purchase orders for materials, equipment, and services. Ensure purchase order terms and conditions comply with project requirements and established procurement procedures. Solicit and evaluate supplier quotations and proposals. Participate in supplier negotiations involving pricing, commercial terms, delivery schedules, and other purchase order requirements. Prepare and support negotiation plans and documentation for approval. Communicate with suppliers to resolve commercial, schedule, quality, and documentation issues. Monitor supplier performance and purchase order status throughout the procurement lifecycle. Administer changes, amendments, and modifications to purchase orders. Support resolution of discrepancies, claims, and other purchasing-related issues. Coordinate with project teams to help ensure purchased materials and equipment meet required delivery dates. Maintain accura…

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