Construction Expediter Duties & Responsibilities

The role and function of a Construction Expediter includes the following duties and responsibilities:

  • Determine all the supplies needs through the project
  • Plan and manage all the material orders and deliveries
  • Coordinate and plan the delivery of supplies and material
  • Plan the movement and transport of material between locations
  • Maintain good relationships with all the suppliers and vendors
  • Keep accurate records
  • Monitor inventory of supplies for different jobs or sites
  • Plan an place orders when needed 
  • Always aim and strive towards timely delivery and competitive supply prices
  • Gather and present report on progress

Note that this is not an exhaustive list of Construction Expediter duties and responsibilities. Job functions for specific Construction Expediter roles may vary, depending on the industry and type of employer.