What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at Red Ledges?
by Heather Siefert | Jan 30, 2026
JOB SUMMARY: Manage all duties that are essential to the successful management and execution of contracts, bids, plan take-offs, change orders and trade relations on behalf of Red Ledges Construction. Strong organizational and analytical skills will be essential to managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Contract Management
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Red Ledges Construction
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JOB SUMMARY: Manage all duties that are essential to the successful management and execution of contracts, bids, plan take-offs, change orders and trade relations on behalf of Red Ledges Construction. Strong organizational and analytical skills will be essential to managing multiple projects simultaneously.
Contract Management
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Perform plan takeoffs and request bids/estimates from trades accordingly.
- Facilitate collection and documentation of job costs.
- Evaluate subcontractors and Trade Partners and maintain supplier relationships.
- Conduct effective contract negotiations to achieve desired results.
- Spread bids and review with Preconstruction Manager.
- Award contracts and coordinate with contractors and Construction Managers for scheduling.
- Responsible for recording budget data in software for tracking purposes.
- Track expenses and report budget status to Construction Managers.
- Create and coordinate documentation to close contracts.
- Maintain organization of Suppliers/Trade Partner files and contracts.
- Interact with Suppliers/Trade Partners to resolve issues as needed.
- Support project management team and field personnel with the distribution of subcontractor information.
- Assist Construction Managers with administrative support.
- Support accounts payable activities to ensure accuracy and timeliness of invoice creation and entry.
- Supervise vendor set-ups.
- Contact subcontractors for any outstanding contract items.
- Assist Contract Administrators with payments and coordinate lien releases.
- Combine all documentation and file accordingly.
- Maintain project files.
- Prepare and submit detailed reports.
- Experience in contract management and/or subcontract administration.
- Experience developing/negotiating contract terms and conditions specifically for contracts related to construction, materials and equipment installation.
- Broad understanding of the construction industry including procurement, fabrication, and construction management.
- Experience in contract negotiation.
- Excellent communication skills.
- Intermediate computer software skills including Microsoft Excel, Adobe, and QuickBooks.
- Ability to work in high pressure situations, prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Customer Service oriented attitude with ability to work closely with internal and external project teams.
Job Type: Full Time
Job Location: Red Ledges Construction
Apply for this position
Full Name *
Email *
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Cover Letter *
Upload CV/Resume *Allowed Type(s): .pdf, .doc, .docx
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