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Senior Construction Purchasing Agent I, MILCON
Austin, Texas, United States · Senior · Contract
Sponsorship not specifiedDetected 16 days ago
CybersecurityProject ManagementNegotiationAccountingForecastingVendor ManagementProcurementCommunicationOrganizational SkillsConstruction Management
About the role
- ICON serves as both designer and general contractor, delivering projects that span land development through vertical construction and finish-out.
- ICON is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an innovative, inclusive, diverse and discrimination-free work environment.
- Employment with ICON is based on merit, competence, and qualifications.
Responsibilities
- Lead the full procurement lifecycle for MILCON projects, including trade outreach, bidding, bid leveling, and subcontract execution.
- Develop and issue RFPs, bid packages, and scopes of work in compliance with FAR, DFARS, and DoW subcontracting regulations.
- Evaluate trade partner bids for completeness, cost competitiveness, and compliance with technical and contractual requirements.
- Support government and internal audits by maintaining accurate and complete documentation of all subcontracting and procurement actions.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with qualified trade partners capable of meeting the specialized demands of MILCON and federal projects.
- Interpret and implement requirements from Unified Facilities Criteria (UFC), Unified Facilities Guide Specifications (UFGS), military and federal branch-specific standards, and other DoW procurement and construction mandates within subcontracting processes.
- Collaborate with ICON's legal, finance, and project management teams to ensure all subcontract terms meet contractual, regulatory, and insurance requirements.
- Establish new workflows, approval hierarchies, and document controls that ensure subcontracting activities are fully compliant with federal standards and ICON's internal policies.
- Lead efforts to standardize MILCON-specific subcontract templates, procurement checklists, and compliance review processes.
- Manage the flow-down implementation of all government contract requirements-including reporting, security, and quality control obligations-into ICON's subcontracting framework.
Requirements
- 8+ years of progressive experience in construction procurement, purchasing, or contract administration across a diverse portfolio of commercial and/or residential projects.
- Bachelor's degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
- Strong understanding of construction sequencing, scopes of work, and cost structures.
- Proficiency with procurement or project management platforms such as Procore, or similar systems.
- Willingness to (occasionally) travel to project sites and supplier facilities as required.
Skills
- Prior experience on federal and/or military construction projects.
- Familiarity with FAR, DFARS, UFC, UFGS, and USACE/NAVFAC procurement and construction standards.
- Strong understanding of cost accounting standards, contract compliance, and supplier diversity programs.
- Familiarity with advanced construction technologies.
- Certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM), NCMA CPCM/CFCM, or PMP are preferred.
Visa & Work Authorization
- Eligibility for security clearance (Secret or higher depending on project)
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