Procurement Specialist
Quanta Services • Houston, Texas • Full Time
Posted on Wed, Jul 22, 2026
About Us
QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.
Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.
About this Role
At QISG, we deliver complex EPC utility infrastructure projects, with a strong focus on transmission, distribution (T&D), and substations that power and connect communities.
We’re seeking a Mid-Level and Senior Level Procurement Specialists to lead end-to-end procurement and subcontracting for high-value engineering and construction projects. This role owns the full lifecycle—from RFP development and bid evaluation through negotiation, contract execution, expediting, and final delivery—ensuring materials and services align with schedule, scope, and budget across utility and substation builds.
In Office (M–F): 15011 Katy Freeway, Houston, TX 77094
Up to 15% domestic travel to active project sites, providing direct field engagement and hands-on support for T&D and substation EPC execution.
What You'll Do
Lead end-to-end procurement and sourcing for EPC utility projects, supporting both pursuit and execution phases
Partner with Project and Procurement Managers to align sourcing strategies with project schedules, budgets, and risk profiles
Develop bidder lists, manage prequalification, and ensure commercial, MBE/WBE, and corporate compliance requirements are met
Prepare and issue RFPs, evaluate bids, lead negotiations, and recommend contract awards
Coordinate technical evaluations with engineering teams and ensure proper contract flow-down of client and project requirements
Draft, negotiate, and execute supplier and subcontract agreements in accordance with internal and client standards
Manage supplier performance, mitigate procurement risks, and maintain accurate status reporting
Support materials management by resolving delivery, shortage, and damage issues to protect project schedules
What You'll Bring
7+ years of end-to-end procurement experience spanning engineering to construction for large infrastructure projects
Expertise managing RFPs, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, and material logistics for complex, high-value capital projects
Hands-on experience with supplier prequalification, submittals, expediting, and delivery coordination throughout engineering and construction phases
Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, Logistics, or related field
Strong commercial acumen, negotiation skills, and meticulous attention to contractual detail
Clear communicator, able to work independently and collaborate across cross-functional EPC project teams
Preferred: Established vendor/subcontractor network in infrastructure markets
Willing to travel up to 15% to support project execution and field operation
What You'll Get
Competitive base salary
Generous PTO & paid holidays to maintain work-life balance
401(k) with a generous match to plan for your future
Comprehensive benefits – medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
Weekly pay for consistent, reliable compensation
Great mentoring & career growth opportunities – we invest in your development
AuditFriendly salary estimate
The employer did not post a salary for this role. Based on AuditFriendly's salary intelligence model (comparable live postings, role, seniority, and location), we estimate base pay of $67,000–$111,000 per year (median ~$86,000). This is an AuditFriendly estimate, not an employer-provided figure.
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