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Turner & Townsend Procurement Manager – Data Center Construction in Seattle, Washington
Company Description
From the inception of a project through to completion and beyond, Turner & Townsend help to deliver the outcomes that matter through transformational programs covering the full spectrum of consultancy, project delivery and post-project operations.
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Our team is dynamic, innovative and client-focused, supported by an inclusive and fun company culture. Our clients value our proactive approach, depth of expertise, integrity and the quality we deliver. As a result, our people get to enjoy working on some of the most exciting projects in the world.
Job Description
Turner & Townsend are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to work with our Seattle team on a key technology client’s large-scale data center construction program.
Primary Responsibilities:
Provide responses to bids, proposals and support contract negotiations.
Prepare or review requests for proposals for distribution to vendors.
Review provisions in third party contracts, including terms and conditions, to ensure compliance with all laws and regulations and Client policies and procedures.
Ensure that contracts are executed in accordance with corporate guidelines.
Conduct market research and inform vendor qualification and selection.
Audit existing contracts and oversees contract modifications.
Review vendor change orders against contract and scope requirements
Analyse a contract’s risk to the business.
Visit client sites and meets with business partners.
Challenge Partner firm’s procurement strategies, bid evaluation, award recommendations and price validation to ensure true market cost sampling and best value for the Client.
Ensure that business goals are accomplished by contract implementation.
Communicate contract implementations to Client leads and project executives.
Coordinate with Project Controls and the finance department to ensure correct billing and accounts payable. Verify receipt of goods and services and help verify quality performance by vendors.
Identify potential improvements to contracting and procurement strategies, policies, bidding, and vendor selection to achieve the best value for the Client.
Prepare reports on the status of contracts for management.
Conduct special projects as assigned.
Qualifications
5 + years relevant experience within data center, mission critical or related industries.
Experience working with contracts, vendors & contractors, design consultants and equipment vendors.
Detailed knowledge of procurement methods/ processes/ framework agreements etc.
Experience in developing, reviewing and negotiating construction agreements and contracts.
Effectively communicate and lead meetings with suppliers
Detail oriented with the ability to work with speed and accuracy
Advanced skills with spreadsheets, charts, and presentations.
Ability to develop good working relationships within different client cultures and across multiple project teams.
Additional Information
The salary range for this full-time role is $100K-$130K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only, not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range, depending on candidate’s experience and qualifications.
*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our client's needs
Our inspired people share our vision and mission. We provide a great place to work, where each person has the opportunity and voice to affect change.
We want our people to succeed both in work and life. To support this we promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.
Turner & Townsend is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and actively encourage applications from all sectors of the community.
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