BESCO, a predominately Southeastern Electrical Contractor is seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent who can manage multiple and complex projects, in a fast-paced environment. Immediate opening in our Knoxville, TN office.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Prepares purchase orders by verifying specifications and price; obtaining recommendations from suppliers for substitute items; obtaining approval from necessary internal sources.
• Evaluate materials needed based on provided job specifications.
• Place orders with suppliers or vendors ensuring documentation is in order, with terms and conditions clearly and precisely communicated.
• Verifies receipt of items by comparing items received to items ordered; resolves discrepancies with suppliers.
• Provides purchasing planning and control information by collecting, analyzing, and summarizing data and trends.
• Maintains purchasing information, files and records for the purpose of ensuring the availability of documentation and compliance with established policies and regulatory guidelines.
• Assist purchasing manager as needed with negotiations with vendors for the purpose of resolving purchasing issues and/or ensuring purchases are within state and federal regulations.
• Respond to inquiries from a variety of internal and external sources for the purpose of providing information, direction and/or appropriate referrals.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Prior knowledge of electrical or heavy construction procurement, required.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Organized, detailed-oriented and efficient

Full benefits available.

BESCO, a predominate Southeast Electrical Contractor is seeking an experienced Estimator to perform quantitative take-off utilizing latest technology in compiling a bid proposal on complex Electrical Commercial/Industrial projects. Immediate opening in our Corporate Office located in Knoxville, Tennessee.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ability to analyze and interpret civil, architectural, structural, mechanical and electrical plans and specifications.
• Ability to perform basic circuity for power, lighting and low voltage systems.
• Submit detailed and accurate quality takeoffs, proposals and bids.
• Identify strategies to create bid advantages.
• Responsible for subcontractor and vendor bid solicitations.
• Interpret and clarify subcontractor and vendor quotes, verify specifications to ensure owner requirements are met.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma or GED is required however a Degree in Business and /or Management is beneficial
• 5+ years’ experience in a related field
• Advanced skills with Excel, Word and Outlook
• Experience utilizing Accubid or similar program
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Full benefits available

BESCO, a predominately Southeastern Electrical Contractor is seeking an experienced Project
Manager who can manage multiple complex electrical commercial/industrial projects in a fast-
paced environment. Immediate openings in our Knoxville, TN; Nashville, TN; and Lexington, KY offices.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Coordinates project start-up and mobilization
• Conducts preconstruction meetings
• Point of contact for the client, architect, engineers, and governmental entities
• Oversees all aspects of the project, including: issuing all subcontractors, approving all vendor
  invoices, monitoring cost of self-performed work, and pricing and issuing of project changes
• Responsible for overseeing quality control on project
• Monitors Project Schedule to remain compliant with the Project Contract

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ Years of Project Management experience
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications
• Organized, detailed-oriented and efficient

Full benefits available