Richard & Rice Construction Co. Inc.
Deerfield Beach, FL
At Richard & Rice Construction Co. Inc., we are committed to “Building Excellence Every Day!” As one of South Florida’s leading residential shell contractors, we specialize in slabs, block, beam, and roofing operations for large-scale residential construction projects throughout the region.
We are seeking a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive Purchasing Coordinator / Vendor Relations Coordinator to support our Construction and Operations teams. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building relationships, and can help streamline purchasing and vendor management processes across multiple active projects.
This is a great opportunity for someone who is trainable, eager to grow in the construction industry, and capable of managing multiple moving pieces with urgency and professionalism.
Key Responsibilities
- Load and maintain updated vendor pricing within internal systems and spreadsheets
- Request, collect, organize, and compare vendor quotes for materials and services
- Assist with construction submittals, documentation, and vendor package tracking
- Help coordinate and track vendors through the company approval and onboarding process
- Schedule and coordinate vendor meetings, follow-ups, and communications
- Maintain organized records of bids, contracts, COIs, pricing sheets, and vendor documentation
- Work closely with Purchasing, Operations, Project Management, and Accounting teams to ensure timely material and vendor support
- Follow up with vendors regarding missing information, pricing updates, insurance documents, and approvals
- Assist with identifying cost-saving opportunities and maintaining competitive vendor relationships
- Help ensure vendors remain compliant with company and project requirements
- Support administrative purchasing functions and special projects as needed
What We’re Looking For
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
- Excellent communication and follow-up skills
- Comfortable working with vendors, subcontractors, and internal teams
- Strong computer skills, including Microsoft Excel, Outlook, and document management systems
- Ability to learn quickly and adapt in a fast-paced construction environment
- Self-motivated with a problem-solving mindset
- Professional demeanor and team-first attitude
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in purchasing, procurement, vendor coordination, construction administration, or office administration preferred
- Construction industry experience is a plus, but not required
- Experience reviewing quotes, pricing sheets, or construction documents is a plus
- Bilingual (English/Spanish) is a plus
Why Join Richard & Rice?
- Stable and growing South Florida construction company
- Collaborative team environment with direct exposure to leadership and operations
- Opportunity for long-term growth within the company
- Fast-paced, hands-on role where your work directly impacts project success
- Competitive compensation based on experience
If you are organized, dependable, eager to learn, and ready to grow with a strong construction team, we’d love to hear from you.
Pay: $60,000.00 - $100,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 6% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
