Procurement Specialist - Transportation Market

About Us

At Gresham Smith, we call it Genuine Ingenuity. Our culture is the cornerstone of who we are, and our people are at the heart of everything we do. United by our Core Purpose—to plan, design, and consult to create healthy and thriving communities—we deliver innovative solutions for life’s essential infrastructure and institutions.

What sets us apart is our dedication to care for our people, our clients, and the places we call home. We are more than a team of professionals—we’re a community built on commitment, integrity, respect, and teamwork.

Why Gresham Smith?

When you join Gresham Smith, you’re joining a place where you can connect and thrive. Our employees consistently recognize us as a Best Place to Work because we go above and beyond to ensure that you feel valued, supported, and empowered.

About You

We’re looking for someone who has:

• A minimum associate degree or bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, Business Management, Real Estate, or a related field
• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in procurement, contract management, or project controls, which may be considered in lieu of a degree
• Expert knowledge of contract methodologies and procurement processes
• Experience with basic business accounting and project management functions
• Proficiency in MS Office, Smartsheet, and Microsoft Teams, with the ability to adapt to client-specific software for scheduling and documentation
• Strong organizational and analytical skills, with detail orientation and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
• Excellent interpersonal skills, self-motivation, and ability to work both independently and collaboratively under strict deadlines
• Expert verbal and written communication skills

Most importantly, you bring genuine curiosity, creativity, and a collaborative spirit—someone who wants to do great work with great people.

About the Role

As a Procurement Specialist, you will:

• Manage the procurement process and support clients in procuring goods and services
• Ensure compliance with all applicable laws and regulations
• Collaborate with Project Managers, Program Managers, PX, and Project Directors to understand project requirements, objectives, and milestones
• Negotiate and draft contract terms and conditions
• Maintain accurate records and document control systems
• Monitor contract performance, expirations, and related timelines
• Coordinate procurement schedules with project timelines and resource requirements
• Perform other related project controls duties as assigned

Your work will directly contribute to shaping environments where people live, work, and thrive, all while growing your career within a supportive, people-first culture.

Join Us

If you’re excited to bring your talents to a collaborative, people-first environment where you can make an impact while growing your career, we’d love to hear from you.

Here’s what you can expect:

Professional Growth: In-house Learning, Tuition Reimbursement, Licensure Support, Professional Organization Engagement.

Culture that Cares: 93% of employees say they feel cared for, and 96% are confident in our future success.

Competitive Benefits:

• Flexible Schedules & Generous PTO
• Healthcare (Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness Programs)
• 401(k) with Company Match
• Short- & Long-term Disability, Paid Life & AD&D
• Supplemental, Critical Care, Pet, Legal & ID Theft Insurance
• Family Planning and Parental Leave
• Mass/Public Transit Program
• Telemedicine and Employee Assistance Program

Gresham Smith is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate. Everyone is invited to apply!

GRESHAM SMITH does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, headhunters, search firms, or agencies. No referral or recruiter fees will be paid without a fully executed GRESHAM PLACEMENT SERVICES AGREEMENT (PSA) in advance. Submissions made without a PSA may be recruited and hired by GRESHAM SMITH with no financial obligation to the submitting party. Any such unsolicited resumes or candidate information sent to hiring managers or any employee becomes the property of GRESHAM SMITH.