Purchasing Agent

Position Summary

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and coordinating the delivery of materials, equipment, and services to support construction operations. This role ensures timely procurement, competitive pricing, and adherence to company standards and project requirements. The Purchasing Agent will work closely with the project team, vendors, and internal departments to support efficient project execution.

• Source, negotiate, and purchase materials, equipment, and services for construction.
• Evaluate vendor quotes and ensure pricing, quality, and delivery timelines meet project requirements.
• Prepare purchase orders and maintain accurate procurement records.
• Track material deliveries and resolve discrepancies or delays with vendors and project teams.
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Superintendents, and Estimators to forecast material needs.
• Maintain and update procurement logs, cost records, and material tracking.
• Support inventory controls and coordinate returns or exchanges as needed.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contract requirements, and procurement procedures.
• Assist with the onboarding of new vendors and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Analyze spending trends and recommend cost‑saving opportunities.

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in construction or heavy civil.
• Strong understanding of construction materials, equipment, and subcontractors.
• Proficiency with Excel; must be able to build, analyze, and maintain spreadsheets (e.g., formulas, lookups, pivot tables).
• IT experience with ability to use multiple systems, project databases, and procurement tools.
• Knowledge of procurement practices, sourcing strategies, and vendor management.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks and manage deadlines in a fast‑paced environment.

• Experience with JD Edwards (JDE) ERP system.
• Experience working with heavy civil or infrastructure projects.
• Experience integrating procurement data with project controls, scheduling, or cost accounting.

• Medical, Dental, Vision and Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account
• 401(k) with company match
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Dependent & Medical Reimbursement)
• Vacation Time
• Sick Time
• Holidays

• Office environment with regular visits to project sites.
• Occasional travel to supplier locations, job sites, or company offices.

• Ability to sit, stand, and work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to lift and carry materials or samples up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Balfour Beatty US is an industry‑leading provider of general contracting, at‑risk construction management and design‑build services for public and private sector clients across the nation. Performing heavy civil and vertical construction, our teams build the unique structures and infrastructure that play an important role in how people live, work, learn and play in our communities. Through Zero Harm®, we challenge the construction industry’s assumptions about safety.

We are consistently ranked among the nation’s largest building contractors by Engineering News‑Record.

Not Applicable

Full‑time

Purchasing and Supply Chain

Construction

Balfour Beatty is an equal opportunity employer that recognizes the value of a diverse workforce. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other criteria protected by federal, state or local law.