MEP Supply Chain Project Manager

EverOn Data Center Services•Chicago, IL

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About The Position

The MEP Supply Chain Project Manager manages the procurement of Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed (OFCI) mechanical and/or electrical equipment from execution of the vendor purchase order through project closeout. The role actively manages vendors to support timely, quality, and cost-effective equipment delivery, and collaborates with project stakeholders, contractors, design teams, strategic sourcing managers, and the Logistics Director. Responsibilities include managing budgets, change orders, risks, schedules, logistics, documentation, and reporting related to OFCI equipment procurement. The position requires data center and/or commercial construction expertise in electrical and mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment, and includes travel as required (approximately 25%).

Requirements

At least 3 years of project management experience supporting data center and/or commercial construction, with an emphasis on electrical and/or mechanical infrastructure systems and equipment.
Strong proficiency with spreadsheets and Windows.
Strong proficiency with Procore.
Ability to handle confidential information sensitively and professionally.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to manage multiple tasks under strict deadlines while working independently.
Ability to interact professionally with all levels of the organization.
Exceptional organizational, quantitative, and problem-solving skills.
Exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to approach problems logically and creatively.
A drive to exceed expectations and contribute to a dynamic, growing organization.
Energetic, self-starting approach and ability to perform under pressure, meet tight deadlines, and identify and resolve problems.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, mechanical engineering, or supply chain/project management.

Responsibilities

Conduct handoff meetings with Strategic Sourcing Managers after vendor purchase orders are executed to understand the procured equipment and formally transfer job responsibilities.
Integrate with project teams, contractors, design teams, vendors, and manufacturers throughout each project.
Attend job-site meetings as required and engage vendor partners in meetings as needed.
Establish regular vendor check-ins to review submittal timelines, equipment delivery schedules, constraints, drawing and specification changes, financials, job-site requirements, startup, and commissioning.
Work with stakeholders and contractors to define critical timelines and deliver OFCI equipment in line with project schedules and needs.
Review and submit equipment submittals through Procore, secure approvals before fabrication release, and confirm project requirement alignment with vendors.
Manage OFCI procurement budgets, develop Prime Contract Change Orders and Commitment Change Orders as needed, and vet vendor change-order proposals before submitting them for review and funding approval.
Anticipate and mitigate risks involving delivery timelines, vendor performance, and equipment quality; escalate project-impacting concerns to the Logistics Director.
Monitor equipment quality against contract drawings, specifications, industry standards, and applicable codes; visit vendor facilities or jobsites when required.
Maintain procurement documentation, including contracts, purchase orders, change orders, delivery schedules, vendor performance reports, and project constraints through closeout.
Develop and issue requests for information to the design team concerning OFCI equipment procurement as required.
Coordinate vendor support for startup and commissioning, including understanding site requirements and arranging required vendor services.
Collect and distribute startup and commissioning documentation, and compile closeout materials such as warranties, IOMs, as-builts or record drawings, spare parts or attic stock, and preventative maintenance agreements.
Work with Strategic Sourcing Managers to establish vendor-partner KPIs and scorecards and build a vendor performance database.
Coordinate equipment delivery, storage, maintenance, and installation with stakeholders, jobsite teams, and vendors in accordance with project schedules and manufacturer best practices.
Ensure processes comply with company policies, local laws, and industry regulations.
Apply data center and/or commercial construction electrical and mechanical infrastructure expertise to develop and optimize OFCI equipment project management.
Conduct lessons-learned meetings and compile findings into documents for use on future projects and procurement efforts.
Assist with tactical procurement escalations, reconciliations, and reporting as required.
Travel as required (approximately 25%) to maintain stakeholder and supplier relationships and support timely, quality equipment deliveries.
Maintain sourcing and supplier management records by project and vendor, and prepare reports for vendor performance reviews and internal strategic sourcing meetings.