Project Manager, Procurement

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S UMMARY :   The   Project Manager , Procurement   works with internal and external partners to manage all aspects of   the   owner-furnished equipment ( OFE )   supply chain relating to   multiple   construction projects, from   inception   to completion of commissioning .    This position   requires excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills , as well as the ability to work successfully in a team   environment   under limited supervision .  Excellent   organizational ,   time management , and teamwork   abilities   are

a must .

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (to include, but no t   limited to):

Oversee and direct all project activities   related to OFE .

Manage and support   vendor relationships, ensuring the manufacturing production plans support the individual projects as well as the overall program .

Assist   in the   management   of project budgets according to project controls and processes, working within Aligned cost tracking system.

Setup , manage, track , and communicate   project   costs, schedules, and documentation .

Own and   maintain   all administrative duties associated with   p roject financials,   to include   but not limited   to:   r equests for   p roposals,   c hange   o rders ,   r equests for PO s , SOVs,   forecasts,   cost codes,   and invoice reconciliation .

Rationalize   and manage   OFE schedules within the   overall   c onstruction schedule, and work between the   c onstruction/ c ontractor teams and the supply chain partners to find   the   best solutions to balance all schedule needs .

Manage all associated documentation (submittals,   c omments,   etc ) by downloading/uploading across designated   s ystems (such as Procore, SharePoint, or similar).

Engage with   c ommissioning partners to drive best processes   and communication   to support turnover plans .

Foster positive relationships with all   internal and external partners , including   OFE   vendors , construction teams, contractors,   f inance/ a ccounting, and   e ngineering.

Collaborate   within   the   p rocurement team to drive efficiency in processes while   maintaining   customer needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree in   Business ,   Engineering ,   or equivalent   (degree or experience) .
• 5 years’ experience in   p roject   m anagement   (manufacturing, data center, and/or construction) .
• Supply   c hain   m anagement experience within   d ata   c enter s   and/or manufacturing .
• Direct experience managing multi-state operations and multi-million-dollar equipment contracts.
• High   proficiency   with c omputer s and industry systems and programs, including but not limited to :    Microsoft   Office products   (especially   Exce l), Construction programs (such as Procore, Helix,   etc ), database systems, financial systems, Google Suite, internet research, scheduling programs,   etc.
• Superb   written ,   verbal , and interpersonal   communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, with strong time management and organizational skills.
• Desire to work in an extremely fast-paced and ever-changing environment.
• Must have a strong attention to detail .
• Ability to   maintain   discretion and confidentiality.
• Ability to travel 25%+ of the time .
• Additional   desired skills and experience : Knowledge of construction/procurement cost estimating methods and development of scopes of work.
• Ability to interpret critical facility construction drawings and specifications .
• Ability to understand construction and procurement project scopes.
• Able to   monitor   and   interpret design and schedule changes   and forecast their impact on overall project costs.
• Awareness and experience with commodity management, raw materials ,   and production planning .
• E xperience with data center commissioning .
• COMPETENCIES: Adaptability :    Adapts   to changes in the work environment;   m anages competing demands;   c hanges approach or method to best fit the situation;   a ble to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.
• Analytical :    Synthesizes   complex or diverse information;   c ollects and researches data;   u ses intuition and experience to complement data;   d esigns   work flows   and procedures.
• Business Acumen :    Understands   business implications of decisions;   d isplays orientation to profitability;   d emonstrates   knowledge of market and competition;   a ligns work with strategic goals.
• Change Management :    Develops   workable implementation plans;   c ommunicates changes effectively;   b uilds commitment and overcomes resistance;   p repares and supports those affected by change;   m onitors transition and evaluates results
• Customer Service :    Manages   difficult or emotional customer situations;   r esponds promptly to customer needs;   s olicits   customer feedback to improve service;   r esponds to requests for service and   assistance ;   m eets commitments.
• Dependability :    Follows   instructions, responds to management direction;   t akes responsibility for own actions;   k eeps commitments;   c ommits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals;   c ompletes tasks on time or notifies   appropriate person   with an alternate plan.
• Diversity :    Demonstrates   knowledge of EEO policy;   s hows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences;   e ducates others on the value of diversity;   p romotes a harassment-free environment;   b uilds a diverse workforce.
• Ethics :    Treats   people with respect;   k eeps commitments;   i nspires the trust of others;   w orks with integrity and ethically;   u pholds organizational values.
• Interpersonal Skills :    Focuses   on solving conflict, not blaming;   m aintains   confidentiality;   l istens to others without interrupting;   k eeps emotions under control;   r emains   open to others' ideas and tries new things.
• Judgement :    Displays   willingness to make decisions;   e xhibits   sound and   accurate   judgment;   s upports and explains reasoning for decisions;   i ncludes   appropriate people   in decision-making process;   m akes   timely   decisions.
• Motivation :    Sets   and achieves challenging goals;   d emonstrates   persistence and overcomes obstacles;   m easures self against standard of excellence;   t akes calculated risks to   accomplish   goals.
• Planning/Organizing :    Prioritizes   and   plans   work activities;   u ses time efficiently;   p lans for   additional   resources;   s ets goals and   objectives ;   o rganizes or schedules other people and their tasks;   d evelops realistic action plans.
• Problem Solving :    Identifies   and resolves problems   in a timely manner ;   g athers and analyzes information skillfully;   d evelops alternative solutions;   w orks well in group problem solving situations;   u ses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.
• Professionalism :    Approaches   others in a tactful manner;   r eacts well under pressure;   t reats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position;   a ccepts responsibility for   own   actions;   f ollows through on commitments.
• Project Management :    Develops   project plans;   c oordinates projects;   c ommunicates changes and progress;   c ompletes projects on time and budget;   m anages project team activities.
• Quality :    Demonstrates   accuracy and thoroughness;   l ooks for ways to improve and promote quality;   a pplies feedback to improve performance;   m onitors own work to ensure quality.
• Safety and Security :    Observes   safety and security procedures;   d etermines   appropriate action   beyond guidelines;   r eports potentially unsafe conditions;   u ses equipment and materials properly.
• Strategic Thinking :    Develops   strategies to achieve organizational goals;   u nderstands organization's strengths & weaknesses;   a nalyzes market and competition;   i dentifies   external threats and opportunities;   a dapts strategy to changing conditions.
• Teamwork :    Balances   team and individual responsibilities;   e xhibits objectivity and openness to others' views;   g ives and welcomes feedback;   c ontributes to building a positive team spirit;   p uts success of team above own interests;   a ble to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives;   s upports everyone's efforts to succeed.
• Written Communication :    Writes   clearly and informatively;   e dits work for spelling and grammar;   v aries writing style to meet needs;   p resents numerical data effectively;   e ble   to read and interpret written information.
• PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT: Frequently required to stand
• Frequently required to walk
• Frequently required to sit
• Frequently required to   utilize   hand and finger dexterity
• Occasionally   work near moving mechanical parts