Purchasing Manager

Detail-driven, relationship-minded, and ready to lead bidding and buyout? Prime Group is looking for a Construction Purchasing Manager to manage bids, subcontractors, and contract documents for our residential and rental communities. Job Summary The Construction Purchasing Manager is responsible for managing the bidding and buyout process for residential and rental communities, setting up complete option and upgrades programs, and preparing contract documents. What You'll Do Including but not limited to: Plans, Specifications, and Scopes of Work Read and interpret project plans, drawings, and specifications (CSI and Unit Price formats), including alternates and breakout prices Prepare detailed scopes of work for all 16 CSI Construction Divisions and bid packages with limited oversight Review scope sheets for omissions and create a master scope sheet with at least three subcontractor proposals per project Develop clear qualification and assumption narratives explaining the scope of work Bidding and Subcontractor Management Create bid invitations and subcontractor bid lists using the Smart-Bid system Assist new subcontractors with pre-qualification, verify bid status, and reply to inquiries throughout the bid process Initiate calls for pricing, follow up, and receive, process, and review quotes and proposals for accuracy and completeness Negotiate contracts and schedules of values for all contracts Develop and maintain relationships with the subcontractor market, including those not awarded the project Initiate value engineering suggestions from subcontractors and follow up to confirm validity Estimating and Pricing Perform accurate quantity surveys and square foot analyses using On-Screen Take-Off and MS Excel estimate formats Price work by evaluating crews, materials, equipment, productivity, labor rates, taxes and insurance, and mark-ups Incorporate all addenda and RFI responses into the final estimate Assess industry trends and their potential impact on future projects Collaboration and Reporting Foster the owner relationship with the preconstruction team Update senior leadership to aid decisions on subcontractors, value engineering, and construction methodology Prepare for meetings and provide status reports; perform product research as needed Develop proficiency in all trade classifications and departmental standards and forms, while managing multiple tasks simultaneously What You Bring Bachelor's degree in construction management, engineering, architecture, or a related field preferred Previous experience as an estimator or project engineer for a general contractor or subcontractor is advantageous Proficiency in reading blueprints and a deep understanding of construction methods Exceptional attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks concurrently Advanced skills in MS Excel, Word, Smart-Bid, PlanGrid, Autodesk, or other estimating tools and technology Strong written and verbal communication skills Excellent time management skills, with the ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously Why You'll Love It Here Competitive salary commensurate with experience ($90,000 - $105,000 annually) Comprehensive benefits package including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off Collaborative and team-oriented work environment Opportunities for professional development and career advancement within a growing organization About Prime Group Prime Group's vertically integrated approach unifies multiple real estate disciplines under a single roof, sharing a multifaceted vision of improved, sustainable real estate development through diverse strengths, strategic affiliates, and talented in-house professionals. Our portfolio includes retail centers, offices, mixed-use developments, hotels, resorts, restaurants, and residential single and multi-family communities, each supported through technology, planning, and experienced personnel. We are a privately owned company with the agility and strength to leverage…

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