Procurement & Project Cost Control Manager
Location: Reno, NV
Salary Range: Approximately $75,000 – $105,000

Company Overview

A well-established civil construction and site development company serving Northern Nevada, specializing in excavation, underground utilities, concrete, paving, and comprehensive earthwork solutions. The organization is built on a foundation of trust, performance, and operational excellence, guided by core values of integrity, reputation, and resilience.

Position Overview

The Procurement & Project Cost Control Manager plays a critical role in overseeing material purchasing and ensuring project cost accountability. This position serves as a central checks-and-balances function, supporting project execution while maintaining strict budget alignment, cost discipline, and consistency in purchasing practices across all active jobs.

Working closely with Project Managers, Accounting (AP/AR), and Operations leadership, this role directly contributes to margin protection and scalable company growth.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Purchasing Leadership

• Own and manage the purchasing process for materials, supplies, and job-related expenses

• Act as the primary point of contact for project teams regarding material purchases and vendor sourcing

• Coordinate ordering, delivery schedules, and vendor communications

• Ensure consistent purchasing standards across all projects

Budget Accountability & Cost Control

• Track project-level expenditures against approved budgets

• Support Project Managers in maintaining cost expectations and job profitability

• Prevent overspending, unapproved purchases, and budget drift

• Provide leadership with visibility into purchasing trends and cost risks

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner closely with Operations, Accounting (AP/AR), and front-office teams

• Ensure purchase orders, invoices, and job costing are properly aligned

• Maintain clean documentation, approval workflows, and audit readiness

• Help improve internal systems for purchasing and cost tracking

Vendor & Process Management

• Build and maintain strong vendor relationships

• Support pricing negotiations and preferred vendor agreements

• Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies

• Assist in implementing scalable procurement systems as the company grows

Qualifications

• Experience in construction procurement, purchasing, or job cost management

• Strong understanding of project budgets and cost control principles

• Ability to communicate clearly, confidently, and professionally with Project Managers

• Highly organized with strong attention to detail

• Comfortable operating in a checks-and-balances leadership role

• Experience with construction accounting or ERP systems is a plus

What Success Looks Like

• Projects remain aligned with approved purchasing budgets

• Project teams receive materials efficiently without uncontrolled spending

• Purchasing workflows and approval processes are consistently followed

• Improved margin protection and cost visibility across the organization

• Strong coordination between Operations and Accounting teams