Procurement Specialist - Power Industry - job 1 of 2

Description

Sargent & Lundy is a global leader in power and energy consulting, where innovation meets integrity, diversity, and a commitment to quality. Our distinctive capabilities provide domestic and international clients and partners with a thoroughly reliable source of comprehensive expertise. Sargent & Lundy offers challenge, flexibility, competitive salaries and benefits.

We are currently seeking a Procurement Specialist!

Essential duties and responsibilities for the Procurement Specialist include, but are not limited to:

• Create purchase orders in Client or S&L’s internal vendor management systems
• Track material orders, deliveries in vendor management systems.
• Expedite suppliers / subcontractors / engineering input, as appropriate
• Coordinate and work closely with engineering project managers, suppliers, contractors, subcontractors and client personnel
• Manage and administer the subcontract life cycle process for assigned projects
• Support S&L clients in their procurement processes
• Assist in evaluation of proposals from suppliers / subcontractors
• Perform risk assessments on potential and existing subcontracts
• Monitor and evaluate contract performance
• Record keeping / document control with audit involvement
• Processing vendor invoices for payment

This position allows for a hybrid work schedule with the expectation of 3 days in our Pittsburgh, PA office and 2 days working remotely from home. 

Qualifications

Essential skills and experience:

• Bachelor's Degree
• Minimum 2 years of experience in procurement and/or contract administration
• Strong written, verbal, & people communication skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with project managers, engineers, clients, suppliers and contractors as necessary
• MS Office Suite proficiency

Valued but not required skills and experience: 

• Power industry experience supporting large power generation, substation or transmission line projects
• CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) and/or C.P.M (Certified Purchasing Manager) designation
• Experience with Deltek Costpoint and MS Outlook

We do not sponsor employees for work authorization in the U.S. for this position.

Award-Winning Benefits

At Sargent & Lundy, we care about the health and well-being of our employees. Our commitment extends beyond the workplace, offering comprehensive healthcare plans and generous paid time off to support our team members in every aspect of their lives. We understand the importance of work-life balance, which is why we are proud to provide competitive, award-winning benefits. Our dedication to employee satisfaction has earned us the prestigious Top Workplaces Culture Excellence Award for compensation and benefits in 2022, 2023, and 2024.

• Health Plans: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Life & Accident Insurance
• Disability Coverage
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Back-Up Daycare
• FSA & HSA

• 401(k)
• Pre-Tax Commuter Account
• Merit Scholarship Program
• Employee Discount Program
• Corporate Charitable Giving Program
• Tuition Assistance
• First Professional Licensure Bonus
• Employee Referral Bonus

• Paid Annual Personal/Sick Time (PST)
• Paid Vacation
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• Paid Bereavement Leave
• Flexible Work Arrangements

Compensation Range

Awards & Recognition

Equal Opportunity

Sargent & Lundy is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any protected status as defined by applicable law.