Corporate Director of Procurement

Overview

Backed by over 100 years of expertise and driven by innovation and an entrepreneurial spirit, Shimmick is one of the most dynamic infrastructure builders in the industry. With market leadership in water resources, sustainable transportation, and complex electrical construction, we’re well-positioned to lead during a time of rapid change. As project delivery models, regulatory frameworks, supply chains, and technology continue to evolve, our ability to stay flexible and agile in our procurement approach is essential to our success.

As Corporate Director of Procurement, you’ll have an opportunity to shape the systems and processes behind one of the nation’s leading heavy civil infrastructure builders. In this high-impact role, you’ll lead companywide procurement operations to drive greater efficiency and directly influence performance and success across our company.

Reporting to the CFO and working closely with the CEO, you’ll work across operations, finance, legal, IT, and project teams. As the company’s top procurement leader, you’ll be responsible for developing and evolving policies, standardizing practices, and implementing systems that improve field execution, mitigate risk, and strengthen the bottom line.

Responsibilities

The Corporate Director of Procurement will lead and influence the following areas:

• Companywide procurement and materials management: Oversee all activities required to acquire materials, equipment, and services that meet project or company specifications, ensuring timely delivery to the point of use and alignment with quality, value, and contractual requirements.
• Team leadership and resource planning: Manage all procurement staff directly or through shared oversight of project-based personnel, ensuring projects are adequately staffed with qualified procurement resources.
• Standardization of procurement processes: Develop and implement companywide procurement protocols, including the creation and maintenance of standardized contract templates and procedures.
• Performance monitoring and risk mitigation: Track procurement and materials management progress, identifying potential issues early and resolving changes, disputes, or claims in a timely and effective manner.
• Contract negotiation and compliance oversight: Lead the review, negotiation, and approval of all subcontracts and purchase orders, ensuring adherence to company policies and risk management protocols. Evaluate and negotiate contracts with vendors and subcontractors.
• Document and sourcing review: Approve source lists, bid analysis summaries, purchase orders, subcontracts, and other procurement-related documents in close collaboration with operations and estimating teams.
• Supplier ethics and best value selection: Maintain oversight of controls that ensure suppliers are treated fairly and ethically, company interests are protected, and best-value awards are consistently achieved.
• Proposal and business development support: Provide procurement expertise to support new business pursuits and proposal development efforts.
• Market intelligence and continuous improvement: Monitor industry trends to identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and more efficient use of procurement resources.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements: 

• Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, construction management, economics or demonstrated equivalent combination of education, training and related experience.
• Extensive experience in construction, performing procurement and materials management functions with 4 years of management responsibility.
• Knowledgeable on DFAR/FAR requirements.

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Previous heavy civil construction project experience
• Experience in computerized procurement systems
• Experience in the management of staff who are not centrally located
• Ability to manage changing deadlines and work well under pressure for multiple team leaders
• Work independently and effectively to prioritize multiple tasks
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills

Additional Information:

• Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test.

• The position is based in our corporate headquarters in Irvine, CA, hybrid, or remote within the U.S., and requires time spent at project sites, corporate offices, and associated travel. We expect to work with the candidate to establish a schedule that incorporates remote and hybrid work options tailored to each candidate’s specific circumstances.

• This position does not include sponsorship for a United States work authorization.

 The salary range for this position is between $200,000 - $240,000 per year depending on experience and/or education. 

Shimmick offers a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support your health, well-being, and financial future. Employees can choose from multiple medical plans, including a $0 premium option, with dental, vision, and HSA options available. We provide 100% employer-paid life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, and a 401(k) plan with a company match. Our paid time off program includes paid holidays, and Volunteer Time Off in addition to PTO days. Additional benefits include flexible and hybrid work options, flexible spending accounts, and voluntary coverages such as pet insurance, legal, and identity theft protection.

 NOTICE TO THIRD PARTY AGENCIES: Please note that Shimmick does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Recruitment Fee Agreement, Shimmick will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement, Shimmick explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Shimmick. 

AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

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