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Balfour Beatty US · 1 day ago

Purchasing Agent

Dallas, TX

Full-time

Hybrid

Senior Level

5+ years exp

Balfour Beatty US is an industry-leading provider of general contracting and construction management services. The Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials and services to support construction operations, ensuring timely procurement and adherence to project requirements.

Construction

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 opportunities

Qualification

Construction procurement experienceVendor managementExcel proficiencyProcurement practices knowledgeNegotiation skillsPrioritize tasksIT experienceJD EdwardsCommunication skillsOrganizational skills

Required

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 environment

Preferred

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 systems

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance

Health Savings Account

401(k) with company match

Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)

Vacation Time

Sick Time

Holidays

Company

Balfour Beatty US

Balfour 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.

Founded in 2004

Dallas, Texas, USA

1001-5000 employees