MEP Procurement Engineer

About

The MEP Procurement Engineer supports the procurement and execution of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) equipment packages for construction and facility development projects. This role assists with bid solicitation, vendor communications, proposal evaluation, procurement documentation, and project procurement tracking.

Working under the guidance of the MEP Procurement Manager(s) and Logistics leadership, the MEP Procurement Engineer helps ensure that procurement activities are executed accurately, efficiently, and in accordance with project schedules, budgets, and company standards. This position provides foundational exposure to sourcing, supplier management, commercial evaluation, and construction procurement processes while offering a clear development path into more strategic procurement and supplier management roles.

Responsibilities

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Procurement Administration & Project Support

Assist with the preparation and issuance of Requests for Information (RFIs), Requests for Quote (RFQs), and Requests for Proposal (RFPs) for MEP equipment and services.

Coordinate vendor communications throughout the bidding process.

Receive, organize, and track vendor proposals and procurement documentation.

Assist in maintaining procurement logs, bid tracking reports, and project procurement schedules.

Support the creation and administration of purchase orders in accordance with company procedures.

Ensure all procurement documentation is properly maintained within Procore and other company systems.

Develop and maintain project procurement tracking matrices to monitor equipment status, vendor commitments, and delivery milestones.

Support procurement-related reporting and project closeout documentation.

Vendor & Supplier Coordination

Serve as a day-to-day point of contact for vendor administrative matters.

Coordinate supplier requests for information and facilitate responses from internal stakeholders.

Track vendor acknowledgments, manufacturing schedules, and delivery commitments.

Assist in maintaining supplier records and Approved Supplier Lists (ASLs).

Support supplier onboarding and qualification activities.

Coordinate vendor meetings and document meeting minutes and action items.

Proposal Review & Analysis

Assist in reviewing vendor proposals to verify compliance with project requirements.

Support bid leveling and proposal comparison activities.

Compile commercial and technical comparison summaries for management review.

Assist in evaluating scope inclusions, exclusions, warranties, startup services, commissioning support, freight, training requirements, and spare parts.

Identify inconsistencies or missing information within supplier proposals and elevate concerns appropriately.

Project Execution Support

Work closely with Construction, Development, Facilities Management, Engineering, and Logistics teams to support project procurement requirements.

Assist with procurement-to-project execution handoff activities.

Support Logistics Project Managers during equipment fabrication, shipment, and delivery phases.

Escalate procurement, supplier, commercial, or schedule concerns to management.

Help ensure equipment procurement milestones align with project schedules.

 

Education & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, or related field preferred.

Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

0-2 years of experience in procurement, construction, engineering, supply chain, logistics, project coordination, or related fields.

Internship or co-op experience in construction, engineering, procurement, or manufacturing is desirable.

Skills

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office Suite.

Experience with Procore preferred but not required.

Strong organizational and time-management skills.

Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously.

Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to analyze information and identify discrepancies.

Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Basic understanding of procurement and supply chain principles.

Ability to read and interpret construction documents and specifications preferred.

Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.

Demonstrated initiative and willingness to learn.

Ability to handle confidential information professionally.

Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.

Positive attitude and commitment to continuous improvement.