Land Development Purchasing Agent at The Previti Group – Ontario, California

This position will oversee the process of buying goods and services that are necessary for project build. The ideal candidate will have a keen eye for detail and a commercial mindset and the ability to evaluate market conditions and different suppliers in pursuit of making the most high-quality and cost-effective purchases. Purchasing agents will consider price, quality, availability, reliability, and technical support when choosing suppliers and merchandise. Purchasing agents need to have strong communication skills to help them negotiate effectively and maintain profitable relationships.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepare and submit for bid all civil engineering plans for rough and fine grading, wet utilities (storm drain, sewer, and water), dry utilities, street improvements (curb, gutter, sidewalks, AC pavement, signage, and striping), walls/ornamental iron, onsite landscape and hardscape per lot and area drains
• Prepare and submit for bid common area landscaping plans, entry monuments, gates, parks, etc.
• Analyze/qualify to return bids and discuss results with the Land Development team. Ensure budgets are aligned and negotiate for best-qualified bids based on pricing, quality, existing workload, and ability to meet our schedule
• Finalize contract scope details and oversee contract administration
• Negotiate and resolve contract changes/issues and price change requests with trade partners and Land Development team members, oversee and confirm the accuracy of all changes
• Read and understand civil plans and provide valuable feedback before developing sites of potential issues relative to the proposed architectural plans for the community
• Establish budgets through accurate and detailed estimating of construction drawings. Read and interpret architectural plans for options and engage in the review/redlining of all new plans before bidding
• Manage budget revisions for all plan changes (frame walks, specification changes, field redline changes, added options, etc.). Establish costs before options being offered and ensure all affected homesite budgets are updated appropriately
• Investigate, research, and resolve billing inquiries and provide the necessary documentation
• Provide forward-looking offsite budgets monthly so that price changes are forecasted 30 days in advance of the implementation date
• Develop and maintain excellent working relationships with trade partners, suppliers, and vendors. Attend BIA/Trade partner events to maintain trade partner relationships and expand bid list
• Attend frame walks, model walks, plan reviews, and field meetings as requested
• Proactively engage with office and field team members and departments to improve processes and community executions, and to ensure work is being completed in a timely, efficient manner
• Exercise initiative in organizing and completing assigned tasks according to established guidelines, safety standards and procedures, deadlines, and department parameters
• Exercise discretion and independent judgement that is free from immediate supervision in relation to items with significant impact on the business
• Other job duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize multiple tasks with high-quality results
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multi-task while meeting various deadlines
• Team player with excellent verbal and written skills
• Reliable and punctual attendance

EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, KNOWLEDGE

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Accounting, or Management and/or Engineering and Construction Management
• 3-5 years or more of Multifamily and Commercial Purchasing experience preferred
• Strong PC computer skills required, with a high level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and MS Outlook), Adobe Pro, Internet Explorer, and Google Chrome
• Must possess verifiable prior experience with Procore, Enterprise-One/JD Edwards, Share file & Docusign
• Experience with dry utilities, street improvement, and landscaping plans
• Experience in submitting bids for Civil, Grading & Wet utilities
• Strong negotiation skills
• Knowledge of management of budgets
• Must know and understand civil plans

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Standing and sitting throughout shift with occasional bending and lifting
2. Occasional lifting of 10-15 pounds with assistance if necessary

The above job description is representative of the duties and responsibilities of the position but may not be inclusive of every aspect of the position.