Construction Procurement Manager at LMK Recruiting Solutions in New York, New York, United States

Job description

• Well-established New York City General Contractor specializing in ground-up and mid-rise residential construction. We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to oversee all purchasing and subcontractor procurement activities from preconstruction through project completion.
• The ideal candidate has extensive experience in NYC residential construction, understands the complexities of local subcontractor and supplier markets, and has a proven ability to negotiate contracts, manage procurement schedules, control costs, and support multiple active projects.
• This is a critical leadership role that directly impacts project profitability, scheduling, and successful execution.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement efforts for multiple ground-up residential construction projects throughout NYC.
• Develop and execute comprehensive procurement strategies aligned with project schedules.
• Solicit, evaluate, and level subcontractor and supplier bids.
• Negotiate subcontract agreements, purchase orders, pricing, and delivery schedules.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with NYC subcontractors, vendors, manufacturers, and suppliers.
• Ensure procurement activities support project budgets and cost control objectives.
• Coordinate closely with Estimating, Project Management, Superintendents, Accounting, and Executive Leadership.
• Review construction drawings, specifications, scopes of work, and project requirements to ensure complete procurement packages.
• Identify qualified subcontractors and suppliers for each trade package.
• Manage procurement logs and buyout schedules to ensure materials and subcontractors are secured in advance of construction milestones.
• Monitor long-lead items and proactively mitigate procurement risks.
• Track material pricing trends and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Resolve procurement-related issues including substitutions, lead-time delays, and supply chain challenges.
• Review vendor performance and maintain a preferred subcontractor database.
• Ensure subcontractors maintain required insurance, licensing, safety documentation, and compliance with NYC regulations.
• Participate in value engineering initiatives and identify cost-effective alternatives without compromising quality.
• Assist with contract administration and change order pricing as needed.
• Support continuous improvement of procurement procedures and systems.

Requirements

• Minimum 7–10 years of procurement or purchasing experience in commercial or residential construction.
• Minimum 5 years of experience procuring work for NYC residential construction projects.
• Ground-up multifamily residential construction
• Mid-rise residential buildings
• Concrete and structural steel construction
• Interior fit-out and finish procurement
• Strong knowledge of NYC subcontractor and supplier market.
• Extensive experience negotiating subcontract agreements and major material purchases.
• Ability to read and interpret construction drawings, specifications, and scopes of work.
• Strong understanding of construction sequencing and project scheduling.
• Excellent analytical, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Excel, and construction management software.
• Experience with Procore, Sage, Viewpoint, Autodesk Construction Cloud, or similar platforms is highly preferred.
• Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Business, or related field.
• Existing network of NYC subcontractors and material suppliers.
• Experience working with union and non-union subcontractors.
• Knowledge of NYC Building Code and local construction practices.
• Familiarity with procurement for projects ranging from $10M–$150M.

Skills

Required

• Procurement and purchasing
• Negotiation
• Contract management
• Cost control
• Construction scheduling
• Analytical skills
• Organizational skills
• Microsoft Office Suite, Excel
• Construction management software

Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Access to Comprehensive health insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid vacation and holidays
• Professional development opportunities
• Long-term career growth with an established NYC General Contractor