Subcontracts & Procurement Student

Subcontracts & Procurement Student

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The future you want is within reach. At PCL, we build the places where life happens and find camaraderie in the process. We’re a community of builders committed to building better communities. That’s why we’re always looking ahead — not just to the next project, but to what’s next in our industry and in your career. As an intern you will be given responsibilities similar to those of a full‑time member of the Procurement team, providing challenging work assignments and supporting your personal and professional growth.

We are seeking a full‑time Intern to join our Houston office in Katy, TX for a duration of 10 consecutive weeks from June to August.

• Analyze changing client/market conditions – gather information for benchmarking.
• Support client‑specific category strategy.
• Perform detailed analysis of spend and other data to identify savings, define efficiency opportunities, and tactical and strategic initiatives.
• Assist with the identification of potential suppliers that fit clients’ business objectives.
• Assist with tracking and reporting of supplier performance and resolving performance issues.
• Assist with pre‑award subcontract activities, subcontractor pre‑qualification, and interface with engineering/construction, project, and client personnel to support RFP preparation.
• Assist with bid evaluation and negotiations up to award and subcontract execution related to lump‑sum turnkey and EPC contracts for major process units.
• Assist in project start‑up activities and provide support to Project Engineer, Project Superintendent, and/or Project Manager.
• Assist in preparation and distribution of information as directed for contract requirements to appropriate parties.
• Attend project site visits to observe and document construction field activities.
• Assist in preparation of and conduct correspondence and communication as directed to Engineers, vendors, and subcontractors.

• May hold or be working toward an associate or bachelor’s degree (preferably in a related field).
• 18 years of age or older and able to work in Houston, TX, full time.
• Employment with PCL is contingent upon passing a background check and substance abuse test conducted by a third party.
• Assume personal and professional accountability for own actions and activities.
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and eager to tackle new projects and ideas; flexible and adaptable.
• Basic skills using Microsoft Office Suite and knowledge or experience with accounting software is an asset.

PCL is an innovative, employee‑owned company comprised of people who find passion in their profession and take pride in doing great work every day. Our projects power the infrastructure and utilities essential to daily life and serve as the backdrop for vacations, careers, education, and healing.

The PCL Companies celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. We are committed to creating equitable opportunities and an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We make employment‑related decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability or veteran status.

Should you require an accommodation during the application process, please contact us at  with the position and location you are interested in.

Employee Status:
Internship, Full‑Time
Company: PCL Industrial Construction Co.
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Location:

Houston, Texas
Requisition: 9769