Procurement Manager - Houston, TX

About Us

QISG leverages Quanta’s comprehensive resources to deliver collaborative solutions for our partners' energy infrastructure needs. We use in-house talent, expertise and resources to plan, design, engineer, manage, conduct maintenance on and construct projects.

Our turnkey service capabilities provide our customers with efficiency, consistency, attention to detail and safe execution. The QISG team brings together Engineering, Safety, Quality, Material Procurement, QA/QC, Right-of-Way Acquisition, Scheduling, Environmental Planning, Permitting, Title and Land Management expertise that ensure outstanding results for our clients.

About this Role

Procurement Manager

📍 Houston, TX — based out of either our Energy Corridor or Spring office location ✈️ Up to 30% Domestic Travel

The Procurement Manager plays a key role in delivering large-scale energy and infrastructure projects by leading strategic sourcing initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring successful procurement execution.

This hands-on leadership position is responsible for developing a team of procurement professionals, overseeing competitive bid processes, and driving consistency across projects. The role also partners with project teams on budgeting, forecasting, and purchasing analytics to identify cost savings, improve supplier performance, and strengthen overall procurement strategy.

What You'll Do

• Lead and develop Procurement and Expediting teams supporting large-scale EPC and energy infrastructure projects.
• Partner with Project Management, Engineering, Estimating, and Business Development teams to develop material sourcing strategies that support project execution and growth.
• Manage the full procurement lifecycle for critical materials, including RFQs, supplier evaluations, bid analysis, negotiations, and contract awards.
• Develop and maintain strategic supplier partnerships to support quality, cost, schedule, and project requirements.
• Monitor commodity markets, supplier capacity, and supply chain risks to proactively identify impacts to project delivery.
• Drive cost optimization by analyzing material pricing, forecasts, budgets, and project spend.
• Oversee expediting efforts to ensure critical equipment and materials are manufactured, shipped, and delivered on schedule.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives that strengthen procurement processes, supplier performance, and project outcomes.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, procedures, and industry best practices.

What You'll Bring

• 10+ years of experience in the Transmission & Distribution, utility, or energy infrastructure industry with knowledge of EPC procurement, construction contract administration, and commercial practices.
• Proven experience leading, mentoring, and developing high-performing procurement teams.
• Strong background managing supplier and subcontractor prequalification, evaluations, and performance.
• Hands-on experience with EPC procurement processes, including RFQs/RFPs, bid analysis, supplier recommendations, contract negotiations, vendor submittals, and expediting.
• Experience partnering with Engineering, Project Management, and Contractors to define material requirements and review bills of material (BOMs).
• Established relationships with key suppliers, manufacturers, and subcontractors within the energy infrastructure market.
• Strong analytical, organizational, and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage priorities independently.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present effectively to executive leadership.
• Strong customer focus with excellent time management and collaboration skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Construction Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field preferred

What You'll Get

• Competitive base salary 

• Target Bonus and Equity 

• Generous PTO & paid holidays to maintain work-life balance

• 401(k) with a generous match to plan for your future

• Comprehensive benefits – medical, dental, vision, and life insurance

• Weekly pay for consistent, reliable compensation

• Great mentoring & career growth opportunities – we invest in your development

Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex (including gender, pregnancy, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity), age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and/or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability and protected veteran status. We prohibit all types of discrimination and are committed to providing access and equal opportunity for individuals with disabilities. For additional information or if reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application, interview, or hiring processes or to perform the essential functions of a position, please contact us the Company’s Human Resources department.