Job Description
Job Description
Employment Type : Intern
Division : Purchasing
Department : Purchasing
Salary Range : $23 - $28 / hour
The Purchasing Intern supports the Purchasing team in managing bids, evaluating cost comparisons, tracking budgets, issuing purchase orders, and maintaining vendor relationships. This role provides hands-on experience in subcontractor prequalification, bid analysis, and contract management.
Responsibilities / Essential Functions
- Prequalify subcontractors and vendors.
- Evaluate cost estimates and pricing proposals.
- Solicit bids from qualified vendors and subcontractors.
- Prepare and issue complete bid packages.
- Review, evaluate, and de-scope submitted bids.
- Award material purchase agreements (MPAs) and subcontractor packages.
- Draft subcontracts and MPAs in alignment with project requirements.
- Support timely and accurate project buyouts.
- Identify appropriate bid lists for each scope of work.
- Verify subcontractor insurance coverage, bonding capabilities, and EMR (Experience Modification Rate) before contract award.
- Perform other tasks as assigned by the team.
Key Skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Strong initiative and problem-solving abilities.Exceptional attention to detail.Effective time management with the ability to handle multiple responsibilities and meet deadlines.Required Experience
Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, or a related field.Preference given to students studying Civil Engineering or other construction-related disciplines.Demonstrated interest in construction procurement and the building industry.