Requisition ID: 93689
Job Category: Construction
Location: Pittsburgh, PA, United States
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The Project Procurement Manager is involved in a project from the proposal/study (FEL1, FEL2 and FEL3) phases up to the project close-out and handover of the project execution phase. The major interfaces are with project management, engineering, project controls and construction management to ensure a cross functional implementation of materials management and contracts management processes.
The Procurement Manager directs, controls and co-ordinates the procurement of engineering, subconsulting, logistics, and construction services, equipment and materials for the project obtaining optimum performances with regards to cost, technical requirements and quality to satisfy the project budget and schedule. The Procurement Manager is the custodian of the entire procurement cycle which includes materials management and contracts management at the home and/or site offices.
Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for developing the Procurement section of the Project Execution Plan (PEP), including the following strategies: Materials Management, Contracts Management, Logistics, Spare Parts, Sourcing (global and local), and Vendor Quality Surveillance. Responsible for implementing all procurement processes and procedures including forms and templates to be used on the project Responsible for developing, implementing, and negotiating terms and conditions for materials purchases and services contracts Responsible for the entire project procurement lifecycle from the procurement package definition stage to the closeout stage Responsible for developing and promoting positive working relationships with present and future Clients. Provides supervision, training and assistance to all procurement team members across Contracting, Purchasing, Expediting, Vendor Quality Surveillance, Logistics and Site Materials Control disciplines; promotes and maintains a healthy and harmonious work environment Provides inputs for Project reporting as required Verifies and ensures integrity of the entire procurement lifecycle, validates that all activities are carried out in accordance with the relevant procedures, maintains sound business practices in an ethical manner Ensures compliance to and maintenance of the procurement filing system (electronic and hardcopy) Understands and manages the procurement and project strategies in order to provide the best outcomes in terms of scope, cost and time Interfaces with the client to ensure that objectives are achieved, potential problems are identified and preventive or corrective actions are taken Performs continuous self-audits to ensure compliance with guidelines and procedures Conducts regular interval meetings with team members to discuss status quo; identifies and resolves all issues within the team Acts as primary communication resource within the project regarding procurement issues Foresees potential problems, slippage or delays and pro-actively implements corrective measures to resolve the issues or mitigates the impact thereof Provides reporting and updates to the client, the Project Manager and the Procurement Hub Lead on a regular basis Plans, controls and monitors procurement activities in accordance with the approved project schedule Ensures functional direction on all procurement issues, including site construction contract issues, during contract administration and closeout Performs resource planning, which includes man-hour allocation and management Ensures efficient and correct usage of Procurement Management Systems and Document Management Systems Where required, performs site visits to oversee the procurement/commercial activities or resolve issues arising on the project; maintains a presence both on site and in home/execution office. In specific cases, Procurement Manager may be based at site during the construction phase.
Required Qualifications and Experience:
Extensive experience on an EPCM project environment with capital projects, specifically in a management role Mega project procurement management experience (US$1 billion or more) Related training in Contracts/Legal as well as general project and management related training Experience with drafting of commercial terms and conditions and an understanding of accompanying legal implications Proficient negotiation skills Materials purchasing, contract formation, expediting, logistics, materials management, and site materials control experience Experience with different types of contracts formation: lump sum, LSTK, BOO, GMAX, unit rate, T&M, cost plus fixed fee, and other contractor at risk contract types. Excellent understanding of procurement processes which include both materials and contracts management and corporate governance principles Knowledge and understanding of quality systems, environmental, health and safety regulations, expediting techniques and Incoterms applications Experience and understanding of contracting and purchasing strategies Project management knowledge with proven managerial skills Experience in claims and dispute resolution techniques and their applications Prior experience in the administration of construction/service contracts and major equipment purchase orders Experience in using, developing and implementing procurement reporting tools. Able to manage multiple projects and priorities concurrently. Prior oil/gas industry experience. Proficient command of Microsoft Office programs; able to quickly learn and adapt to new procurement and contract management systems. Hands-on: willing and able to execute tactical tasks to assist the team in meeting all project and company objectives.
Preferred Qualifications and Experience:
An appropriate tertiary qualification will be highly regarded Engineering diploma is an asset Diverse international experience is an asset. Modularization experience will be highly regarded. Biofuels project experience will be a plus. SmartPlant Materials systems experience
Why join us?
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What we offer you?
Flexible work environment Long term career development Think globally, work locally
Don't meet every single requirement? You don't need to. At Hatch, we are building a diverse, inclusive workplace that fosters innovation. If you're interested in this role, we encourage you to apply even if your past experiences don't perfectly align with the skills we've listed.
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