Purchasing Specialist - Denver, Colorado, United States - Remote

Who we are:

ICAST (International Center for Appropriate and Sustainable Technology) is a 501c3 nonprofit that delivers green upgrades to multifamily affordable housing (MFAH) properties to fight the affordable housing, climate change, and social equity crises. We motivate people to act, leading to results that foster local economic development, environmental stewardship, and social responsibility. By 2025, we aim to serve 100,000 LMI households annually, reduce their utility costs by $270 Million and Carbon emission by 1.5 million tons, create 2,000 sustainable jobs, and invest over $100 Million in local communities.

Our Work Environment:

Collaborative, entrepreneurial, fast paced, inclusive, work/life balance, established career paths for certain positions, opportunities to job shadow, flexible schedules, robust onboarding, and above all passion for what we do.

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Position Overview:

The Purchasing Specialist will be responsible for Supporting the Construction department with all procurement needs. Including but not limited to sourcing and vetting contractors, leading and attending virtual pre-bid site walks, creating, processing, and sending out RFP’s and SOW’s, evaluating and reviewing bids, selecting, and awarding contractors. Additionally, the Purchasing Specialist will be required to understand and stay current with all Federal & State Funding procurement guidelines as well as documentation requirements for both ICAST and its contractors.

Requirements

Must Have Qualifications:

• 5+ Years’ experience performing procurement in the multifamily residential renovation or new construction industry.
• Prior experience with executing and managing sub-contractor agreements & change orders.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Possess an understanding of Davis Bacon Wage reporting.
• Possess a bachelor’s degree in business administration, finance, related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Prior experience with Federal …