Purchasing Agent

Become Part of Our TeamAs an industry leader Balfour Beattyoffers employees a comprehensive benefits package with competitivesalaries and more including:Medical Dental Vision and Life InsuranceHealth Savings Account401(k) with company matchFlexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)Vacation TimeSick TimeHolidaysPosition SummaryThe Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing purchasing and coordinating the delivery of materials equipment and services to support construction operations. This role ensures timely procurement competitive pricing and adherence to company standards and project requirements. The Purchasing Agent will work closely with project team vendors and internal departments to support efficient project Responsibilities Source negotiate and purchase materials equipment and services for construction projects. Evaluate vendor quotes and ensure pricing quality and delivery timelines meet project needs. Prepare purchase orders and maintain accurate procurement documentation. Track material deliveries and resolve discrepancies or delays with vendors and project teams. Collaborate with Project Managers Superintendents and Estimators to forecast material needs. Maintain and update procurement logs cost records and material tracking spreadsheets. Support inventory controls and coordinate returns or exchanges as needed. Ensure compliance with company policies contract requirements and procurement procedures. Assist with the onboarding of new vendors and maintain strong supplier relationships. Analyze spending trends and recommend cost-saving Qualifications Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction or heavy civil procurement. Strong understanding of construction materials equipment and subcontractor services. Proficiency with Excel; must be able to build analyze and maintain spreadsheets (e.g. formulas lookups pivot tables preferred). IT experience with ability to use multiple systems project databases and procurement tools. Knowledge of procurement practices sourcing strategies and vendor management. Strong communication negotiation and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage deadlines in a fast-paced Qualifications Experience with JD Edwards (JDE) ERP system is a strong plus. Experience working with heavy civil or infrastructure projects. Experience integrating procurement data with project controls scheduling or cost Conditions Office environment with regular visits to project sites as needed. Occasional travel to supplier locations job sites or company Requirements Ability to sit stand and work at a computer for extended periods. Ability to lift and carry materials or samples up to 25 pounds usBalfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting at-risk construction management and design-build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live work learn and play in our communities. Our teammates have an instinctive passion for innovating that is fueled by a relentless curiosity a drive to employ lean practices and processes and the determination to find a better Zero Harm we are challenging the construction industrys assumptions about safety. We believe that no level of harm should come to anyone as a result of our ranked among the nations largest building contractors by Engineering News-Record our US business is a subsidiary of London-based Balfour Beatty plc (LSE: BBY).Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color age sex sexual orientation gender identity religion national origin disability veteran status genetic information or any other criteria protected by federal state or local law.