Job Description

Job Title: Purchasing Agent – Residential Construction Job Summary

The Purchasing Agent is responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and procuring materials, labor, and services required for residential construction projects. This role ensures cost-effective purchasing while maintaining quality standards and project timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Review construction plans, specifications, and schedules to determine material and labor needs

• Solicit bids from subcontractors and suppliers

• Analyze and compare pricing, scope, and contracts

• Negotiate pricing and terms to achieve cost savings

• Issue purchase orders and subcontract agreements

• Maintain relationships with vendors and subcontractors

• Track material deliveries and ensure timely supply to job sites

• Collaborate with project managers, superintendents, and estimators

• Monitor budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities

• Maintain accurate records of purchases, contracts, and pricing

• Ensure compliance with company policies and building regulations

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Business, or related field (preferred)

• 2–5+ years of purchasing or construction experience

• Knowledge of residential construction processes and materials

• Strong negotiation and analytical skills

• Proficiency in construction management or purchasing software (e.g., Buildertrend, SAP, or similar)

• Excellent communication and organizational skills

Skills & Competencies

• Cost analysis and budgeting

• Vendor and subcontractor management

• Contract negotiation

• Attention to detail

• Time management and multitasking

• Problem-solving

All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.