Project Buyer I – Power

Mortenson

. Purchase equipment and materials at the best value while meeting quality, quantity, and specification requirements .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeMinneapolis • Minnesota • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $68,700 - $92,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement processes, supplier negotiation, and contract administration while effectively managing project timelines and budgets. Strong ability to collaborate with diverse teams and communicate technical specifications to ensure compliance and quality.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Procurement ExperienceSupplier NegotiationContract AdministrationConstruction Processes KnowledgeProject Collaboration

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Hard Skills

Procurement ProcessesBid AnalysisMaterial PlanningTechnical Specification InterpretationOrder TrackingRisk ManagementCost AnalysisSupplier CompliancePurchase AgreementsConstruction Materials Knowledge

Soft Skills

Communication SkillsCustomer ServiceAnalytical SkillsOrganizational SkillsActive Listening

Tools & Technologies

Software Experience

Industry Keywords

Supply Chain ManagementConstruction ManagementProject GoalsComplianceDiverse Backgrounds

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Purchase equipment and materials at the best value while meeting quality, quantity, and specification requirements
Collaborate with project, estimating, and design phase teams to align supply chain strategies with project goals and schedules
Plan material needs early in the projects design phase to secure long-lead and critical-path items
Solicit bids, analyze quotations, and select suppliers based on cost and schedule competitiveness
Ensure buyouts align with budgets and manage procurement risks and compliance
Learn contract administration and procurement risk management processes
Support order tracking and reporting for assigned projects
Interpret technical specifications and confirm supplier compliance
Draft and execute purchase agreements and coordinate with Risk team on surety requirements
Assist with supplier communications and issue resolution
Track orders from placement through delivery and communicate status to project teams
Conduct quarterly job site and supplier visits to strengthen relationships
Work and build relationships with those of diverse backgrounds and organizational levels
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's Degree in business, supply chain management, construction management or related discipline, or equivalent combinations of technical training and/or related experience
2-3+ years of procurement experience
Ability to handle multiple procurement activities simultaneously while maintaining accuracy and timeliness
Knowledge of construction processes, equipment, and/or materials, purchasing processes, and procedures
Negotiating, organizing, planning, verbal, and communication skills
Strong customer service and analytical skills
Active listening skills and effective communication including openness to diverse input and feedback
Software experience
Current driver's license
Must be currently legally authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship for employment visa status

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical and prescription drug plans that includes no additional cost vision coverage
Dental plan
401k retirement plan with a generous Mortenson match
Paid time off, holidays, and other paid leaves
Employer paid Life, AD&D, and disability insurance
No-Cost mental health tool and concierge with extensive work-life resources
Tuition reimbursement
Adoption Assistance
Gym Membership Discount Program