layiq

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LAYIQ - Procurement Associate at TransGrid Energy, Irvine, CA

Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to support and optimize project procurement activities on behalf of the Owner; Manage the RFP process with limited direction from the Procurement Manager, including, but not limited to:
Prepare and issue RFPs to qualified EPC Contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and service providers; Establish, maintain, and meet bid schedules; Obtain necessary documents and information from internal stakeholders to develop RFPs; Obtain and organize bids and maintain bidder lists; and
Prepare bid evaluations and bid analyses for Management review.
Support project procurement activities, including Owner-Purchased Equipment (OPE), project materials, and services, as applicable; Support the administration and management of EPC, subcontract, supply, engineering, financing-related, and other project service agreements; Assist with the development and administration of Change Orders, amendments, and other contract management documents; Review, compare, and evaluate contractor, subcontractor, and supplier proposals and historical pricing to assess commercial reasonableness and identify cost-saving opportunities; Support the negotiation of commercial terms in accordance with company policies and guidelines; Monitor EPC Contractor, subcontractor, and supplier compliance with contractual and project requirements and coordinate with internal stakeholders to address issues as needed; Support contract approval processes by maintaining required documentation, approval records, contract status, and procurement tracking; Ensure project costs are properly categorized and supported when submitting contracts and procurement items for approval, including comparison of estimated costs to actual costs; Coordinate and maintain documentation related to Prevailing Wage Act (PWA), Investment Tax Credit (ITC), and other applicable project compliance requirements; Support project insurance coordination, including maintaining insurance-related documentation and tracking applicable requirements and obligations; Support the Project Management with contract and procurement information, including matters related to scope, pricing, contractual obligations, and continuing project requirements; Maintain accurate, complete, and organized procurement and contract records in accordance with company record retention procedures to support reporting, audits, and internal controls; Support the transition of ongoing PWA, insurance, contractual, and other continuing project obligations and records to Asset Management following project completion; and
Perform other duties and special projects, as assigned by Management.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATION
Bachelor's Degree required
Minimum 4 years of progressive experience in Construction Contracts Management and/or Procurement
Minimum 3 years of experience supporting procurement, equipment/material purchasing, subcontracting, or contracts for utility-scale renewable energy, construction, or other complex infrastructure projects
Preferred experience in Solar or Renewable Energy
Strong working knowledge of contract management and procurement processes
Change order management experience
Ability to independently manage assigned procurement activities in a fast-paced, professional, team environment with limited supervision
Ability to Multitask
Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Confidence and ability to interact effectively with people at all levels of the organization and take increasing ownership of cross-functional procurement activities
Computer literacy with an advance knowledge on Microsoft office including but not limited to Excel
Experience working with ERP or procurement systems
SAP Experience
Demonstrated potential to grow into a procurement management role through strong ownership, judgment, communication, and stakeholder management
Customer service skills including experience in conducting Supplier reviews and evaluation, and maintaining good business relationships
Able to identify, investigate and solve problem that might arise with order and in timely manner
WORK AUTHORIZATION
The ideal candidate for this role will have authorization to work in the US prior to joining TransGrid Energy LLC. This role will not sponsor or offer assistance with the sponsorship for work authorization in the United States.
DIVERSITY AND INCLUSION
TransGrid Energy believes that diversity and inclusion are vital to our success. We believe that by embracing different ideas and approaches, we enhance our ability to deliver the best results for our employees, our environment, and ultimately our business partners and customers. We foster a culture where all colleagues are able to share their passions and ideas in order that we may collectively embrace and overcome the challenges in our industry, and work toward a brighter future.
TransGrid Energy is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status, age or any other federally protected class.

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