Turner & Townsend is seeking a MEP OFCI Procurement Manager to join our data center team and serve as the primary liaison between the Sourcing team and Construction project teams, overseeing all aspects of Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed (OFCI) mechanical and electrical equipment procurement and delivery. Reporting directly to the Vice President of MEP Supply Chain & Sourcing, this role requires deep expertise in inventory and purchase order management, strong analytical capabilities, and the ability to collaborate effectively across construction, engineering, finance, and vendor partners. The position plays a critical role in ensuring timely, cost-effective sourcing and delivery of equipment for large-scale data center projects.
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.