Procurement Specialist - Power Transmission & Distribution

**The Procurement Specialist** collaborates closely with the Engineering/Procurement/Construction (EPC) project team to prepare and execute contracts with engineered equipment/material suppliers and construction subcontractors. This role involves evaluating commercial proposals and managing the administration of purchase orders and subcontracts through project completion and close\-out. Please note experience must be in Power Distribution (not Oil/Gas). **Duties** * Collaborate with project teams to align procurement activities with project schedules and requirements * Develop and manage bidder lists; solicit and evaluate RFPs; negotiate contracts; and recommend awards * Coordinate technical reviews with engineering subconsultants and incorporate necessary contract flow\-downs * Ensure compliance with procurement policies; prepare and execute contract documents * Maintain vendor and subcontractor relationships; manage procurement status reports and documentation * Identify and mitigate risks related to subcontracts and purchase orders; resolve material discrepancies * Validate equipment and material requirements from engineering drawings; organize data per system standards * Adhere to internal standards and procedures; perform special projects as assigned **Required Experience And Education** * Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Logistics, Supply Chain Management, or a relevant field * 5 years of Transmission \& Distribution (T\&D) experience related to Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) projects, including vendor and subcontractor management * Previous experience with supplier and subcontractor prequalification, RFP solicitation, bid evaluations and recommendations, contract negotiations, contract generation and issuance, vendor submittal management, and expediting oversight on EPC T\&D projects. * Strong relationships with vendors and subcontractors in the industry * Transmission Line (T\-Line) project procurement strongly desired. * Experience in Procore software a plus! **Skills** * Self\-starter capable of working independently while supporting team needs * Expertise in MS Suite: Excel, Office, PowerPoint * T\-Line project experience. * Excellent written and verbal communication skills. * Deliver clear and confident presentations in both virtual and in\-person team settings, effectively conveying complex information * Strong customer service and effective time management skills **Travel Requirements** * Travel: Yes * Percent of Time: Up to 10%