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Clayco

Procurement Engineer

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Role We Want You For The Procurement Engineer will be responsible for subcontract procurement: bidding, leveling, awarding, and administering the trade labor agreements that drive project cost ...

Bechtel

Procurement Engineer Coordinator

Reston, VA

$123K - $178K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Bechtel will be the Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) contractor for the project. As the EPC, our responsibilities will include providing the design for the Turbine Island and Balance ...

Caterpillar

Product Procurement Engineer

Decatur, IL · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Caterpillar is seeking a Product Procurement Engineer to support world-class product quality, supply continuity, supplier collaboration, and cost competitiveness across our manufacturing supply base.

Clayco

Procurement Engineer

Kansas City, MO

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Role We Want You For The Procurement Engineer will be responsible for subcontract procurement: bidding, leveling, awarding, and administering the trade labor agreements that drive project cost ...

Clayco

Procurement Engineer

Saint Louis, MO

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Role We Want You For The Procurement Engineer will be responsible for subcontract procurement: bidding, leveling, awarding, and administering the trade labor agreements that drive project cost ...

Clayco

Procurement Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Role We Want You For The Procurement Engineer will be responsible for subcontract procurement: bidding, leveling, awarding, and administering the trade labor agreements that drive project cost ...

Clayco

Procurement Engineer

Kansas City, MO · On-site

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

The Role We Want You For The Procurement Engineer will be responsible for subcontract procurement: bidding, leveling, awarding, and administering the trade labor agreements that drive project cost ...

Philips

Senior Procurement Engineer

San Diego, CA · On-site

$105K - $168K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job Title Senior Procurement Engineer The Senior Procurement Engineer develops and industrializes the supply base, drives Product Cost Roadmaps (PCRs), and executes Design for eXcellence (DfX ...

Philips

Senior Procurement Engineer

San Diego, CA

$105K - $168K/yr

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Job TitleSenior Procurement Engineer The Senior Procurement Engineer develops and industrializes the supply base, drives Product Cost Roadmaps (PCRs), and executes Design for eXcellence (DfX ...

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How much do procurement engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average hourly pay for procurement engineer in the United States is $51.61, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $33.17 and $73.08 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a procurement engineer?

A procurement engineer is knowledgeable of the equipment, materials, and supplies used in industrial operations and can oversee the purchasing of technical equipment. In this career, you must evaluate suppliers and negotiate agreements, maintain inventory, determine the machinery needs of the company, identify ways to cut costs, and manage which suppliers and vendors with which the company continues to do business. Your goal is to achieve continuous quality, so you may also train team members on procurement strategies. Communication skills and the ability to analyze bills are vital for this career. Additional qualifications include a college degree in manufacturing engineering and knowledge of the industry in which you work.

How does a procurement engineer typically collaborate with other departments to ensure project success?

Procurement Engineers work closely with various departments such as engineering, project management, and finance to align procurement activities with project requirements. They often participate in cross-functional meetings to clarify technical specifications, negotiate with suppliers, and ensure timely delivery of materials. Effective communication and coordination are crucial, as Procurement Engineers must balance cost, quality, and schedule constraints while supporting overall project goals. Building strong relationships with both internal teams and external vendors is key to navigating challenges and driving successful project outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a procurement engineer, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Procurement Engineer, you need a solid background in engineering principles, supply chain management, and cost analysis, often supported by a relevant engineering degree and purchasing experience. Familiarity with ERP systems, procurement software like SAP or Oracle, and certifications such as Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) are highly beneficial. Strong negotiation, analytical thinking, and relationship-building skills set outstanding professionals apart in this field. These abilities are crucial for optimizing supplier performance, reducing costs, and ensuring the timely delivery of quality materials in engineering projects.

What is the difference between Procurement Engineer vs Purchasing Specialist?

AspectProcurement EngineerPurchasing Specialist
CredentialsBachelor's in Engineering, certifications like CPSM or C.P.M.High school diploma or bachelor's, certifications like CPSM beneficial
Work EnvironmentEngineering projects, technical negotiations, supplier evaluationsOrder processing, vendor communication, procurement transactions
Industry UsageManufacturing, construction, engineering firmsRetail, manufacturing, government agencies

Procurement Engineers focus on technical specifications, supplier evaluations, and engineering-related procurement, often requiring engineering credentials. Purchasing Specialists handle day-to-day buying activities, emphasizing transactional tasks and vendor management. Both roles are essential in procurement but differ in technical scope and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various Procurement Engineer job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 94% Full Time, 2% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 85% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 9% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $107,343 per year, or $51.6 per hour.

Procurement Engineer

Clayco

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 29 days ago

Clayco rating

8.6

Company rating: 8.6 out of 10

Based on 6 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

About Us
Clayco is a full-service, turnkey real estate development, master planning, architecture, engineering, and construction firm that safely delivers clients across North America the highest quality solutions on time, on budget, and above and beyond expectations. With $8.1 billion in revenue for 2025, Clayco specializes in the "art and science of building," providing fast track, efficient solutions for mission critical, industrial, life sciences, power & energy, aviation, commercial, institutional, residential and sports & entertainment related building projects.
The Role We Want You For
The Procurement Engineer will be responsible for subcontract procurement: bidding, leveling, awarding, and administering the trade labor agreements that drive project cost and schedule performance. Materials and equipment purchasing is a secondary, supporting function.
This is a primarily office-based position. The distinguishing qualification is the combination of field knowledge and commercial aptitude. Candidates with a background in field engineering or project engineering bring an understanding of how subcontractors operate, where scope gaps create cost exposure, and how trade sequencing affects a bid. This role does not own scope writing; it contributes field experience and lessons learned to strengthen bid packages, improve bid leveling accuracy, and inform award decisions.
The Specifics of the Role
Subcontract Bidding and Award
  • Review bid packages using field experience to identify scope gaps, misalignments, and execution risks prior to release
  • Contribute lessons learned and firsthand construction knowledge to improve scope coverage and bid package quality
  • Build and manage bidder pools; coordinate prequalification, vendor outreach, and RFI responses using BuildingConnected
  • Perform bid leveling and gap analysis; evaluate submitted bids against the package and document scope variances
  • Prepare award recommendations supported by commercial data and field-informed analysis
  • Support subcontract negotiations by contributing cost context and construction perspective

Subcontract Administration
  • Assemble and execute subcontract packages including scope, exhibits, flowdowns, insurance, and compliance requirements
  • Track post-execution deliverables and hold subcontractors to their commitments professionally and consistently
  • Support change management by documenting scope events, gathering pricing, and assessing legitimacy before escalation
  • Maintain accurate records of commercial deviations, redlines, and resolutions
  • Assist with payment application review; verify amounts billed against the schedule of values

Cost and Budget Support
  • Maintain WBS-format bid comparisons; track awarded values against the project budget and flag exposure proactively
  • Build basis-of-cost documentation: unit rates, allowances, exclusions, and negotiated value rationale
  • Assist with change event cost assessments and distinguish legitimate scope additions from commercial claims

Field and Preconstruction Collaboration
  • Participate in constructability reviews and preconstruction meetings as an active contributor
  • Share field-based lessons learned to inform bid package development and improve trade coordination outcomes
  • Support Estimating-to-Operations handoffs by identifying assumptions that may not align with field execution
  • Collaborate with project managers and superintendents to surface subcontract issues before they affect field performance

Requirements
  • 3 to 6 years of experience in field engineering, project engineering, construction management, or estimating on commercial, industrial, or mission-critical projects
  • Hands-on experience managing or coordinating subcontractors in the field
  • Exposure to scope development, bid packages, or subcontract documents
  • Working knowledge of contract structure: scope of work, flowdown clauses, insurance requirements
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Excel; familiarity with BuildingConnected, Procore, or equivalent platforms is a plus
  • Strong written communication and attention to detail

Some Things You Should Know
  • Our clients and projects are nationwide - Travel will be required.
  • No other builder can offer the collaborative design-build approach that Clayco does.
  • We work on creative, complex, award-winning, high-profile jobs.
  • The pace is fast!

Why Clayco?
  • 2025 Best Places to Work - St. Louis Business Journal, Los Angeles Business Journal, and Phoenix Business Journal.
  • 2025 ENR Midwest - Midwest Contractor (#1).
  • 2025 ENR Top 100 Design-Build Firms - Design-Build Contractor (Top 5).
  • 2025 ENR Top 100 Green Contractors - Green Contractor (Top 3).
  • 2025 ENR Top 25 Data Center Builders - Data Center Contractor (Top 3).

Benefits
  • Discretionary Annual Bonus: Subject to company and individual performance.
  • Comprehensive Benefits Package Including: Medical, dental and vision plans, 401k, generous PTO and paid company holidays, employee assistance program, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, disability coverage, learning & development programs and more!

Compensation
  • The salary range for this position considers a wide range of factors in making compensation decisions including but not limited to: Education, qualifications, skills, training, experience, certifications, internal equity, and location. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case.

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