Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent

Hughes Brothers Construction is now hiring! We are a heavy civil contractor specializing in large site infrastructure, underground utilities and roadway construction throughout Central Florida. HBC offers competitive pay, a robust benefits package and the chance to join a legacy built on hard work, trust and pride in every project!

The Purchasing Agent supports the Purchasing Manager in executing the day-to-day procurement activities for HBC’s newly established purchasing department. This is a hands-on, non-supervisory role responsible for material procurement, vendor coordination and communication, and purchasing documentation for active projects.  

Responsibilities:

• Procure materials, equipment, rentals, and services for civil construction projects under the direction of the Purchasing Manager.
• Adhere to defined purchasing policies and procedures while actively contributing to the development and refinement of standardized workflows.
• Issue and track purchase orders.
• Coordinate and communicate effectively with Estimating, Project Managers, Superintendents, Accounting and vendors to ensure proper alignment of purchasing activities.
• Coordinate material deliveries, lead times, and quantities.
• Support vendor negotiations to obtain pricing, availability, and delivery schedules.
• Assist with job cost tracking and project close-out documentation.
• Maintain accurate records of all purchasing activities.
• Assist with purchasing audits and internal reviews as needed.

Desired Qualifications:

• Associate or bachelor’s degree in construction management, supply chain, or relevant field preferred
• Working knowledge of utilities, earthwork, and civil construction materials
• Experience with HCSS and Foundation, or similar ERP systems
• 3+ years of purchasing or procurement experience in civil, heavy, or site construction preferred
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, Outlook)
• Ability to adapt to evolving systems and procedures
• Ability to work well with individually or as a member of a team

Benefits:

• Growth Opportunities within the purchasing department
• Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) package
• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Supplemental Insurances with employer contributions
• 401K with employer match
• Long-Term Incentives

Submit your application by clicking on the "apply" button for the position desired. Walk-in applications are accepted at our main office in Wildwood, Florida.

Hughes Brothers Construction is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.