Procurement Assistant (Woodbury)

Company Overview MDG Design and Construction has over 30 years of experience in developing and refurbishing affordable housing buildings and communities. Our people-first philosophy drives our mission to restore neighborhoods and improve the lives of residents. JOB SUMMARY: Provide accurate quantity surveys of materials and labor for all CSI Trade categories, from conceptual through working drawings, during pre-construction and construction phases of the project Assist in procurement of project materials allowing for on-time starts to projects ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform quantity takeoffs and estimating from conceptual design to working documents, including materials and labor. Obtain necessary information from the consultants to complete the budget estimates. Verify unit cost pricing for each trade through historical data or vendor contract. Analyze construction cost vs. the latest approved project budget and make recommendations for corrective action. Quantify and price cost savings / value engineering opportunities. Analysis may include assessing alternate systems, components, and materials; building-specific phasing, staging, mobilization, procurement, or contracting systems; and/or installation methods, bid packaging, and field construction management requirements. Coordinate, communicate and organize subcontractor and vendor correspondence, pricing, documents, submittals, and RFPs EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelors degree in engineering, architecture, or construction management is required or a bachelors degree with an equivalent commensurate preconstruction experience. 2-3 years of quantity survey take-off experience. KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS: Knowledge of design review and coordination activities, purchasing and reviewing bids, as well as proper construction scheduling/sequencing and logistics plans is preferred. Serve as a resource to development and construction staff during the preconstruction and construction phases. Prepare other analysis and reports as directed by supervisors. Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with staff internal and external to the company. Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines. High comfort level with quantitative analysis but also proficient in qualitative writing skills. Familiarity with standard construction details, drawings, and related costs. Able to think creatively and visualize all the related trade items with little detail. Math and critical thinking capabilities Proficiency in take-off and familiarization with standard construction details, drawings, and specifications. Proficient in MS Office; Word, Excel and Outlook-Calendar Knowledge of Procore and Bluebeam takeoff software Must have excellent verbal and written communication and outstanding customer service skills Detail-oriented, highly organized, self-Motivated and ability to prioritize tasks and projects with and time constraints. Ability to be resourceful and proactive in dealing with issues that may arise Must be open-minded, positive attitude and team player Experience handling sensitive and confidential information and material We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Created: 2025-09-13