OFCI Contracts / Supply Chain Manager – Data Center Construction

Turner & Townsend•New York, NY

27d•$130,000 - $170,000•Remote

About The Position

Turner & Townsend is a global professional services company with over 22,000 people in more than 60 countries. Working with our clients across real estate, infrastructure, energy and natural resources, we transform together delivering outcomes that improve people’s lives. Working in partnership makes it possible to deliver the world’s most impactful projects and programs as we turn challenge into opportunity and complexity into success. Our capabilities include program, project, cost, asset and commercial management, controls and performance, procurement and supply chain, net zero and digital solutions. We are majority-owned by CBRE Group, Inc., the world’s largest commercial real estate services and investment firm, with our partners holding a significant minority interest. Turner & Townsend and CBRE work together to provide clients with the premier program, project and cost management offering in markets around the world. Turner & Townsend is seeking an experienced OFCI Contracts / Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement and supply chain activities for a major multi-phase data center development. This role will manage the sourcing, logistics, and procurement of large-scale mechanical, electrical, plumbing, and data center infrastructure equipment for complex, multi-billion-dollar projects. The ideal candidate will have demonstrated experience in supplier management, contract administration, and technical knowledge of OFCI (Owner Furnished Contractor Installed) equipment. Data center experience is strongly preferred. We will consider a remote work arrangement for the ideal candidate.

Requirements

Construction experience is required (preferably in large-scale or complex projects).
5–10 years of experience in procurement and contract administration, ideally in construction or technology-related projects.
Strong understanding of contract requirements and RFx/RFI preparation.
Technical knowledge of OFCI equipment; data center experience strongly preferred.
Experience with equipment buying and expediting is required.
Ability to build strong supplier and cross-functional relationships.
Excellent negotiation, communication, and organizational skills.
Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

Manage procurement and supply chain for large mechanical, electrical, and plumbing equipment.
Administer contracts, review terms and conditions, and ensure compliance.
Prepare and maintain project procurement plans in collaboration with the Procurement Manager.
Review and assist with Single Source Justifications and Scope of Work documents.
Act as OFCI buyer/expeditor, coordinating across multiple teams to ensure timely delivery and installation.
Develop negotiation strategies and lead or participate in vendor negotiations.
Manage RFx processes, including commercial evaluations and pre-bid meetings.
Process change orders, RFIs, and submittals.
Implement and improve contract process controls and compliance measures.
Produce accurate reports for stakeholders and clients.
Conduct price analysis, cost modeling, and benchmarking to identify competitive pricing.
Advise on procurement strategies and vendor negotiations for long-lead items.
Track and manage delivery schedules to align with project milestones.
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including vendor capacity and logistics challenges.
Coordinate closely with construction teams to ensure procurement timelines support project goals.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives in procurement processes and reporting.
Maintain strong relationships with vendors and internal stakeholders to achieve business objectives.
SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role, which are to be adhered to where applicable.