Procurement Project Manager

POSITION SUMMARY: The Procurement Project Manager is responsible for managing the Request for Proposal (RFP) process through the Procurement Shared Services Department (SSPD) in accordance with the Company’s Policies and Procedures.

RESPONSIBILITIES: Manage the RFP process while considering factors such as total cost of ownership (TCO) to the Company, quality of product/service, commercial risk, suppliers and subcontractors, and any added value to the CompanyCoordinate and lead key milestone events such as site visits, pre-bid conference calls, clarification meetings and sealed bid openingsDevelop comprehensive bid analyses (i.e. leveling) and use such analyses to lead negotiations with vendorsDraft contract documentation based on results of the RFPReview scopes of work, plans, and specifications for accuracy and suggest value engineering cost reduction opportunities for approval by the business unit stakeholdersEstablish quality relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders in order to manage an effective procurement processProvide procurement support for residential, commercial and design development departments as neededAssist with special projects and other duties assigned by the Director of Procurement or OwnershipREQUIREMENTS:Bachelor’s Degree requiredMinimum of 5 years’ qualifying Procurement experience managing RFPsMust have excellent computer skills in MS Office: Excel and WordMust have analytical and problem solving abilities with attention to detail, superior verbal and written communications skills, organizational and interpersonal skillsKnowledge of costs related to building management services and/or construction requiredDegree in Architecture, Engineering, or other related fields preferredWorking knowledge of general Purchasing and Accounting systems a plus