Remote Sales Agent
The Hirsh Agency, Hartford, CT, United States
We are seeking a Purchasing Agent II to be responsible for the pre‑ and post‑bid process on one or more projects.
As a top‑10 ENR contractor and family‑owned business with 45 offices, Gilbane has shaped communities since 1870. We are committed to delivering projects safely and on‑time, building schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas, and more.
We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway.
You are someone who acts inclusively, shows empathy, treats others with respect and dignity, upholds Gilbane’s core value of Caring and “People First” workplace culture, listens, conveys information clearly, solves problems, adapts, collaborates, and drives excellence. You are a self‑starter who demonstrates ownership and identifies opportunities for value‑add solutions.
Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.
Gilbane offers employees multi‑dimensional training through Gilbane University, a chance to learn new industry skills daily, and opportunities to protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client.
Responsibilities
Administers the bid process from project kickoff to award, including system set‑up, bid package strategy, Project Manual creation, bid list management, drafting, reviewing bid package scope of work, bid meetings, bid leveling, and recommendation to award.
Administers the contract process including preparing and entering contracts and procurement change orders; assists in negotiation of contract terms; ensures contract compliance.
Assists in identifying and monitoring current market conditions, trade contractors, trends, and costs.
Recognizes and drives opportunities in the Diverse Owned Small Business (DOSB) utilization process.
Communicates and coordinates with trade contractors, vendors, and jobsite personnel while supporting internal and external customers.
Assists with trade partner risk mitigation strategy and execution, including coordination with operations teams and risk management.
Coaches and mentors less experienced team members.
Supports a positive and inclusive work environment.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar technical field.
Experience: 4+ years of purchasing and/or construction experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, skills & abilities: public speaking and leading meetings; construction law, contracts, and risk management; insurance; reading construction drawings and specifications; preparing Project Manual; analyzing bids, summarizing, and presenting results; participating in the GMP process and understanding purchasing’s role regarding trade partner pre‑qualification; coordinating Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) procurement; running the pre‑bid RFI process.
Salary will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and experience. For Connecticut, this ranges from $76,500.00 to $113,300.00 plus benefits and retirement program.
Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package, including competitive health and welfare benefits, a generous profit‑sharing/401k plan, and investment in employee education through Gilbane University. Qualified applicants must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.
Gilbane is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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As a top‑10 ENR contractor and family‑owned business with 45 offices, Gilbane has shaped communities since 1870. We are committed to delivering projects safely and on‑time, building schools, labs, hospitals, corporate offices, sports arenas, and more.
We’re dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace. If your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification, we encourage you to apply anyway.
You are someone who acts inclusively, shows empathy, treats others with respect and dignity, upholds Gilbane’s core value of Caring and “People First” workplace culture, listens, conveys information clearly, solves problems, adapts, collaborates, and drives excellence. You are a self‑starter who demonstrates ownership and identifies opportunities for value‑add solutions.
Your core values match Gilbane’s: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship.
Gilbane offers employees multi‑dimensional training through Gilbane University, a chance to learn new industry skills daily, and opportunities to protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client.
Responsibilities
Administers the bid process from project kickoff to award, including system set‑up, bid package strategy, Project Manual creation, bid list management, drafting, reviewing bid package scope of work, bid meetings, bid leveling, and recommendation to award.
Administers the contract process including preparing and entering contracts and procurement change orders; assists in negotiation of contract terms; ensures contract compliance.
Assists in identifying and monitoring current market conditions, trade contractors, trends, and costs.
Recognizes and drives opportunities in the Diverse Owned Small Business (DOSB) utilization process.
Communicates and coordinates with trade contractors, vendors, and jobsite personnel while supporting internal and external customers.
Assists with trade partner risk mitigation strategy and execution, including coordination with operations teams and risk management.
Coaches and mentors less experienced team members.
Supports a positive and inclusive work environment.
Qualifications
Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar technical field.
Experience: 4+ years of purchasing and/or construction experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Knowledge, skills & abilities: public speaking and leading meetings; construction law, contracts, and risk management; insurance; reading construction drawings and specifications; preparing Project Manual; analyzing bids, summarizing, and presenting results; participating in the GMP process and understanding purchasing’s role regarding trade partner pre‑qualification; coordinating Virtual Design and Construction (VDC) procurement; running the pre‑bid RFI process.
Salary will be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and experience. For Connecticut, this ranges from $76,500.00 to $113,300.00 plus benefits and retirement program.
Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package, including competitive health and welfare benefits, a generous profit‑sharing/401k plan, and investment in employee education through Gilbane University. Qualified applicants must pass a pre‑employment substance abuse test.
Gilbane is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status.
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