Major Capital Equipment Procurement and Coordination Manager

Cumming Management Group; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Cumming Group seeks an on-site MCE Representative to coordinate major capital equipment on large-scale construction projects in the United States. You will bridge procurement, design, construction, commissioning, and suppliers to ensure timely delivery, testing, and turnover.

The ideal candidate has deep experience in capital equipment management, MEL coordination, and cross-functional collaboration, with a focus on risk mitigation and schedule adherence.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience supporting large-scale construction projects.
• Experience coordinating Master Equipment Lists (MEL), specs, and equipment procurement.
• Knowledge of OFCI/CFCI and supplier agreements.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate major capital equipment across design, procurement, construction, and commissioning.
• Serve as primary site-level liaison among category managers, design teams, construction teams, procurement, commissioning, and suppliers.
• Review MELs, technical specs, and procurement plans to support project execution.
• Coordinate and monitor equipment milestones: submittals, FAT/OAT, testing, logistics, and turnover.
• Identify risks, schedule delays, and escalate to maintain project objectives.

Skills

Capital equipment

MEL coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Stakeholder management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

At Cumming Group, you will work on some of the world's most exciting projects in a dynamic environment where your success is measured by the impact you make. We are one of the fastest-growing project and cost management consultancies in the United States, as reflected in our top 15 rankings in ENR. With over 70 offices globally, an extremely diverse project portfolio, and double-digit year-over-year revenue growth, the opportunities to make your mark are limitless!

Cumming Group is seeking an on site MCE Representative serves as the primary site-level interface for Major Capital Equipment matters across Construction, Commissioning, Design, Commercial, Procurement, Regional Procurement Managers, Global Category Managers, and suppliers.

The Major Capital Equipment (MCE) Field Coordinator is a highly specialized site-based role responsible for coordinating the full lifecycle of major capital equipment on large-scale construction projects. This position serves as the central point of coordination between procurement, design, construction, commissioning, suppliers, and project stakeholders to ensure seamless equipment delivery, installation, testing, and project execution. The ideal candidate possesses a comprehensive understanding of construction project delivery and capital equipment management, with the ability to proactively identify risks, resolve coordination challenges, and facilitate timely decision-making across multiple teams.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Coordinate and oversee major capital equipment activities throughout the project lifecycle, including:Design and procurement strategyContracting and supplier engagementFabrication and manufacturingDelivery and logistics managementInstallation and commissioningTesting, startup, and project closeout
• Serve as the primary site-level coordination resource between:Category managersDesign teamsConstruction teamsProcurement teamsCommissioning teamsEquipment suppliersChannel partners and contractors
• Maintain and manage equipment-related project information, ensuring alignment between project requirements, schedules, and procurement strategies.
• Review and interpret Master Equipment Lists (MEL), technical specifications, equipment responsibilities, and procurement plans to support project execution.
• Coordinate and monitor equipment procurement responsibilities, including:Owner-Furnished Contractor-Installed (OFCI) equipmentContractor-Furnished Contractor-Installed (CFCI) equipmentSubcontractor-provided equipmentEnsure alignment between equipment requirements and associated agreements, including:Prime contractsSupplier agreementsChannel partner agreementsNovation agreements
• Track and coordinate equipment milestones, including:Submittals and approvalsProduction slots and manufacturing schedulesFactory and operational acceptance testing (FAT/OAT)Inspections and quality reviewsShipping, logistics, and chain-of-custody requirementsSpare parts managementWarranty administration
• Facilitate communication and information flow among project stakeholders to identify and resolve issues affecting scope, schedule, cost, and quality.
• Proactively identify and mitigate:Scope gapsInterface risksSchedule delaysProject changesClaims and disputesCoordination breakdownsEscalate critical issues and drive timely decisions to maintain project objectives and milestones.

Knowledge & Skills Required

• Significant experience supporting large-scale construction projects through planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and project closeout.
• Strong knowledge of capital equipment procurement, installation, commissioning, and project delivery processes.
• Experience managing or coordinating Master Equipment Lists (MEL), technical specifications, and equipment procurement responsibilities.
• Thorough understanding of OFCI, CFCI, subcontractor-provided equipment, and related procurement strategies.
• Knowledge of contract administration, supplier management, logistics coordination, and equipment lifecycle management.
• Experience coordinating Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT), Operational Acceptance Testing (OAT), inspections, commissioning, and turnover activities.
• Demonstrated ability to identify project risks, develop mitigation strategies, and resolve complex coordination issues.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and organizational skills.
• Ability to influence and coordinate cross-functional teams without direct supervisory authority.

Preferred Education and Experience

• Construction contract experience required.
• Experience supporting data center, mission-critical, industrial, manufacturing, or other complex capital construction projects.
• Familiarity with major equipment procurement and installation programs involving multiple suppliers, contractors, and project stakeholders.
• Strong understanding of commissioning, operational readiness, and integrated project delivery environments.

Education

Education: A Bachelor's Degree is required