Director of Purchasing / Procurement – Heavy Civil Construction
Location: Massachusetts | Full-Time | Salary Range: $150K+ (DOE) + Executive Benefits
A leading infrastructure and heavy civil construction firm is seeking an experienced Purchasing Director to lead its corporate procurement function. This is a high-impact leadership role overseeing strategic purchasing operations across materials, equipment, subcontracts, and temporary facilities for multi-million-dollar infrastructure projects.
If you’re a seasoned construction professional with deep procurement knowledge, strong vendor relationships, and a passion for process improvement, this is your opportunity to drive sourcing strategy and cost savings at scale.
Key ResponsibilitiesLead all corporate procurement functions across construction projects, inventory, and support operations
Manage and mentor the Purchasing Department team, setting clear goals and KPIs
Develop and implement procurement policies and systems that support compliance, cost control, and schedule alignment
Drive early procurement planning in collaboration with preconstruction and project management
Review technical drawings and specifications to ensure accuracy prior to vendor solicitations
Lead negotiations of all major purchases and subcontracts to ensure best value, quality, and delivery performance
Establish and maintain relationships with key suppliers, subcontractors, and manufacturers to leverage buying power and reduce risk
Oversee subcontractor/vendor prequalification—evaluating financial health, safety record, and capabilities
Resolve procurement-related issues such as delays, quality deficiencies, or urgent orders in real-time
Monitor purchasing trends and identify cost-saving or process-improvement opportunities
Provide forecasting, cash flow projections, buyout tracking, and executive-level reporting
QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, Supply Chain, or a related discipline
15+ years of progressive procurement experience in the heavy civil or large-scale commercial construction sector
Strong understanding of construction logistics, scopes, methods, and procurement risk
Demonstrated leadership in building and managing high-performing purchasing teams
Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills, with a proven ability to drive savings and improve delivery timelines
Knowledge of construction contract law and regulatory compliance requirements
Comfortable interfacing with executives, legal counsel, estimators, and field leaders
High integrity, strong judgment, and commitment to corporate social responsibility and ethical business practices
What You’ll GainExecutive-level visibility and influence within one of the region’s most well-respected infrastructure firms
Competitive compensation with strong benefits and retirement package
Strategic autonomy and support to lead procurement transformation
A values-driven, safety-first organization with a strong culture of operational excellence
Lead with strategy. Build with precision.