Job Title: Construction Site Contracts Manager

Job Description

We are seeking a skilled Construction Site Contracts Manager to oversee contract management and procurement for our data center construction projects. You will play a crucial role in developing contract strategies, conducting negotiations, and ensuring successful supplier relationships.

Responsibilities

• Prepare Contract Strategy Documents with the assistance of the Project Manager.
• Review and assist in the preparation of Single Source Justifications, Award Recommendations, and Contract documents.
• Coordinate project-specific insurance requirements.
• Establish Negotiation Plans and conduct or participate in negotiations.
• Manage the RFP process, including commercial evaluations and pre-bid meetings.
• Process change orders, RFIs, submittals, notification letters, and purchase agreements.
• Assist with and implement new contract process controls when appropriate.
• Communicate regularly with the home office regarding Procurement matters.
• Produce and compile accurate reports for the project team, stakeholders, and clients.
• Develop an advanced understanding of construction and related contract agreements.
• Conduct price analysis, modeling, purchase-price cost analysis, and identify competitive benchmarks.
• Attend and contribute to Commercial meetings.

Essential Skills

• Minimum of ten years of experience in procurement and contract administration, with a focus on technology-based projects.
• Experience in Construction of Data Centers is required.
• Strong understanding of contract requirements and the preparation of RFPs/RFIs.
• Ability to build strong cross-functional relationships.
• Proficiency in planning, leading, and structuring negotiations with both internal and external customers and suppliers to optimize value.
• Effective time management and organizational skills.
• Proficiency with various procurement methodologies and sourcing techniques.
• Ability to operate and execute effectively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and challenging deadlines.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, influencing, and persuasion skills.
• Results-focused with a proactive approach to workload.

Additional Skills & Qualifications

• Experience with Ariba, SharePoint, Compass, and PDF editing software.
• Strong plus: experience with our client's office and data center construction.

Work Environment

The position is based in a dynamic, fast-paced environment where you will use various technologies and tools, including Ariba, SharePoint, Compass, and PDF editing software. This role requires effective time management to meet deadlines and deliver high-quality work. The dress code is business casual.