Project Manager, Procurement

Aligned Data Centers•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

The Project Manager, Procurement works with internal and external partners to manage all aspects of the owner-furnished equipment (OFE) supply chain for multiple construction projects, from inception through commissioning. The role oversees OFE project activities, vendor relationships, budgets, schedules, costs, and documentation, and coordinates between construction teams and supply chain partners to balance project needs. It requires strong problem-solving, critical-thinking, organizational, time-management, and teamwork skills, as well as the ability to work successfully under limited supervision in a fast-paced, changing environment. The role requires travel 25% or more of the time. The position also manages project financial administration, including proposals, change orders, purchase-order requests, schedules of values, forecasts, cost codes, and invoice reconciliation. It supports commissioning and project turnover, maintains documentation in designated systems, and fosters productive relationships with vendors, construction and contractor teams, finance/accounting, engineering, and other partners. The role collaborates with the procurement team to improve processes while meeting customer needs. Aligned Data Centers describes its benefits package as supporting employee health, well-being, and financial security. Eligible employees have access to health coverage, savings accounts, retirement savings, paid time off and holidays, insurance, optional benefits, wellness programs, and professional development opportunities. The company also states its commitment to inclusion, equal employment opportunity, and reasonable accommodations.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business or Engineering, or equivalent degree or experience.
Five years of project management experience in manufacturing, data centers, and/or construction.
Supply chain management experience in data centers and/or manufacturing.
Direct experience managing multi-state operations and multi-million-dollar equipment contracts.
High proficiency with computers and industry systems, including Microsoft Office (especially Excel), construction programs such as Procore or Helix, database and financial systems, Google Suite, internet research, and scheduling programs.
Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to multitask with strong time-management and organizational skills.
Willingness to work in a fast-paced and changing environment.
Strong attention to detail.
Ability to maintain discretion and confidentiality.
Ability to travel 25% or more of the time.

Nice To Haves

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.
Ability 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.
Experience with data center commissioning.

Responsibilities

Oversee and direct project activities related to owner-furnished equipment (OFE).
Manage and support vendor relationships, ensuring manufacturing production plans support individual projects and the overall program.
Assist in managing project budgets according to project controls and processes, using Aligned’s cost-tracking system.
Set up, manage, track, and communicate project costs, schedules, and documentation.
Manage administrative duties associated with project financials, including requests for proposals, change orders, purchase-order requests, schedules of values, forecasts, cost codes, and invoice reconciliation.
Coordinate OFE schedules with the overall construction schedule and work with construction/contractor teams and supply chain partners to balance schedule needs.
Manage project documentation, including downloading and uploading submittals and comments across designated systems such as Procore and SharePoint.
Engage commissioning partners to establish effective processes and communication supporting turnover plans.
Build positive relationships with internal and external partners, including OFE vendors, construction teams, contractors, finance/accounting, and engineering.
Collaborate with the procurement team to improve process efficiency while meeting customer needs.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Savings Account with an employer contribution for eligible participants.
Flexible Spending Accounts for health and dependent care.
401(k) plan with company match.
Paid time off and holiday pay.
Short-term disability, life insurance, and long-term disability coverage with medical election.
Voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and additional disability coverage.
Employee assistance program, Wellhub gym membership, and other wellness initiatives.
Bonus opportunities.
Professional development opportunities.