CEPP Procurement Specialist
Job Description
OES Equipment, part of the DPR Family of Companies, is a fast-paced supply and rental equipment company in the construction industry. We are seeking an experienced Procurement Specialist to join the CEPP (Critical Equipment Procurement Program) team, focusing on MEP (Mechanical, Electrical, Plumbing) equipment. This individual will be responsible for the day-to-day project interaction, supplier communication, purchasing, expediting and overall coordination of all aspects of the mechanical, electrical, or plumbing of a project(s).
Duties And Responsibilities
The CEPP Procurement Specialist will work closely with all members of the OES CEPP team, DPR project teams, project executives, clients and regional leadership teams. Responsibilities will include but may not be limited to the following:
• Manage the procurement process by securing MEP equipment and materials for CEPP purchases while meeting project schedule requirements.
• Analyze materials and equipment for constructability and create innovative solutions.
• Participate in vendor/manufacturer solicitation, selection, and management.
• Identify and mitigate procurement risks.
• Prepare bid tallies for potential projects consistent with DPR pre-construction best practices.
• Manage procurement check-in meetings with suppliers/manufacturers/project teams to track project needs & fabrication status and relay communication to stakeholders in a timely fashion.
• Coordinate and expedite MEP-related shop drawings and submittals for the equipment being procured with project team, supplier, owner, and internal teams.
• Assist in factory start-up, acceptance testing, and documentation for the equipment purchased as part of CEPP.
• Oversee contract negotiations and purchase orders in collaboration with corresponding project leads, preconstruction teams, risk management teams, vendors, manufacturers, material suppliers.
• Improve cost management, strategic partnerships, and supplier management.
• Utilize project management and procurement systems.
• Develop and distribute reports to communicate status and action items for internal and external project requirements.
• Assist with billings to ensure that invoices are submitted in a timely manner per project requirements.
• Participate and contribute to the process and systems improvements for the CEPP program.
Required Skills And Abilities
• Expertise in procurement of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment.
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing engineering concepts and applicable codes.
• Knowledge of MEP systems and their interdependencies.
• Ability to coordinate and optimize interactions and applicable deliverables with engineering and construction teams.
• Ability to negotiate and drive contracts with providers.
• Ability to balance risk and reward in contract negotiations.
• Able to align with Project Risk leads on applicable flow downs.
• Advanced knowledge of supply chain management specific to construction.
• Ability to overcome channel conflicts within MEP.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Ability to develop, embrace, and deploy innovative solutions.
• Resilient and able to adapt to significant challenges and balance multiple initiatives at once.
• Comfortable in an open and collaborative working environment.
• Excellent listening, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
• Flexible and able to adjust to process changes.
• Alignment with DPR Core Values & Culture.
• Demonstrates DPR Core Values in day-to-day interactions and fosters a supportive team dynamic.
• Quality mindset- Ensuring work meets customer expectations internally and externally.
• Works inclusively and demonstrates respect for diverse perspectives.
• Holds oneself and others accountable for safety, quality, productivity, customer expectations, and the team.
• Maintains a positive work environment and excellent customer experience.
• Builds trust among the team by displaying reliability, competency, sincerity, and care.
Education And Experience
• Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction or supply chain related field.
• 3-5 years of commercial and/or industrial construction experience.
• Experience managing and procuring complex MEP packages.
• Experience with procurement systems/processes/tools.
• Demonstrated history of interpreting contracting language/ terminology and applying strong negotiation skills to secure favorable outcomes.
• Advanced knowledge of common construction project management methodologies.
• Experience working with General Contractor or EPC firm preferred.
• Experience in Life Sciences, Advanced Technologies, Advanced Manufacturing, Health Care, or Higher Education Markets preferred.
• Familiarity with Project Management software (CMiC), Primavera P6, and pre-construction best practices preferred.
• Global purchasing experience a plus but not required.
• Field experience with MEP systems preferred.
Physical Requirements
• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds if needed.
• Ability to work across multiple time zones and travel as needed.
Location preference is for Raleigh-Durham, Phoenix, or Greenville but open to any location.
DPR Construction is a forward-thinking, self-performing general contractor specializing in technically complex and sustainable projects for the advanced technology, life sciences, healthcare, higher education and commercial markets. Founded in 1990, DPR is a great story of entrepreneurial success as a private, employee-owned company that has grown into a multi-billion-dollar family of companies with offices around the world.
Working at DPR, you'll have the chance to try new things, explore unique paths and shape your future. Here, we build opportunity together—by harnessing our talents, enabling curiosity and pursuing our collective ambition to make the best ideas happen. We are proud to be recognized as a great place to work by our talented teammates and leading news organizations like U.S. News and World Report, Forbes, Fast Company and Newsweek.
Explore our open opportunities at www.dpr.com/careers.
Construction and Civil Engineering
Purchasing and Supply Chain
Full-time