CEPP Procurement Specialist
- Manage the procurement process by securing MEP equipment and materials for CEPP purchases while meeting project schedule requirements.
- Analyze materials and equipment for constructability and create innovative solutions.
- Participate in vendor/manufacturer solicitation, selection, and management.
- Identify and mitigate procurement risks.
- Prepare bid tallies for potential projects consistent with DPR pre-construction best practices.
- Manage procurement check-in meetings with suppliers/manufacturers/project teams to track project needs & fabrication status and relay communication to stakeholders in a timely fashion.
- Coordinate and expedite MEP-related shop drawings and submittals for the equipment being procured with project team, supplier, owner, and internal teams.
- Assist in factory start-up, acceptance testing, and documentation for the equipment purchased as part of CEPP.
- Oversee contract negotiations and purchase orders in collaboration with corresponding project leads, preconstruction teams, risk management teams, vendors, manufacturers, material suppliers.
- Improve cost management, strategic partnerships, and supplier management.
- Utilize project management and procurement systems.
- Develop and distribute reports to communicate status and action items for internal and external project requirements.
- Assist with billings to ensure that invoices are submitted in a timely manner per project requirements.
- Participate and contribute to the process and systems improvements for the CEPP program. Required Skills and Abilities
- Expertise in procurement of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment.
- Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering concepts and applicable codes.
- Knowledge of MEP systems and their interdependencies.
- Ability to coordinate and optimize interactions and applicable deliverables with engineering and construction teams.
- Ability to negotiate and drive contracts with providers.
- Ability to balance risk and reward in contract negotiations.
- Able to align with Project Risk leads on applicable flow downs.
- Advanced knowledge of supply chain management specific to construction.
- Ability to overcome channel conflicts within MEP.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Ability to develop, embrace, and deploy innovative solutions.
- Resilient and able to adapt to significant challenges and balance multiple initiatives at once.
- Comfortable in an open and collaborative working environment.
- Excellent listening, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
- Flexible and able to adjust to process changes.
- Alignment with DPR Core Values & Culture.
- Demonstrates DPR Core Values in day-to-day interactions and fosters a supportive team dynamic.
- Quality mindset- Ensuring work meets customer expectations internally and externally.
- Works inclusively and demonstrates respect for diverse perspectives.
- Holds oneself and others accountable for safety, quality, productivity, customer expectations, and the team.
- Maintains a positive work environment and excellent customer experience.
- Builds trust among the team by displaying reliability, competency, sincerity, and care.
- Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction or supply chain related field.
- 3-5 years of commercial and/or industrial construction experience.
- Experience managing and procuring complex MEP packages.
- Experience with procurement systems/processes/tools.
- Demonstrated history of interpreting contracting language/ terminology and applying strong negotiation skills to secure favorable outcomes.
- Advanced knowledge of common construction project management methodologies.
- Experience working with General Contractor or EPC firm preferred.
- Experience in Life Sciences, Advanced Technologies, Advanced Manufacturing, Health Care, or Higher Education Markets preferred.
- Familiarity with Project Management software (CMiC), Primavera P6, and pre-construction best practices preferred.
- Global purchasing experience a plus but not required.
- Field experience with MEP systems preferred.
- Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
- Must be able to lift 15 pounds if needed.
- Ability to work across multiple time zones and travel as needed.
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