Procurement Manager (Data Centers)

EPC Project Management Consulting, LLC; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employer-paid BCBS healthcare

$100,000 life insurance coverage

Competitive compensation

Job summary

A leading construction consulting firm is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to manage procurement for large-scale data center construction projects. The ideal candidate will have over 7 years of experience in procurement, particularly in mission-critical environments. You will lead strategies for sourcing critical infrastructure and work closely with various stakeholders to ensure timely delivery. The role includes a competitive salary between $130,000 and $180,000 based on experience and employer-paid healthcare benefits.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of procurement experience in data center, mission-critical, or large-scale industrial construction.
• Demonstrated experience sourcing UPS, generators, busway, and mechanical cooling systems.
• Proven ability to manage long-lead equipment and complex vendor negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy for data center projects from preconstruction through commissioning.
• Source, negotiate, and procure critical infrastructure.
• Collaborate closely with project management, construction, and commissioning teams.

Skills

Procurement experience in data center construction

Vendor negotiation

Supply chain risk management

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field

Job description

Location

Location: Abilene, TX / Colorado City, TX - Will require occasional travel to these areas

About Us

EPC Project Consulting is an Owner’s Representative specializing in large-scale data center construction projects. We partner directly with owners to manage, execute, and protect their interests throughout the full project lifecycle. Our team brings deep expertise in mission-critical infrastructure, construction management, and strategic procurement to ensure projects are delivered on time, on budget, and to the highest standards of reliability.

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Procurement Manager with a strong background in data center construction and mission-critical infrastructure. This role will be responsible for sourcing, negotiating, and managing procurement of both Critical Infrastructure and IT Infrastructure for large-scale data center projects.

The ideal candidate understands long-lead equipment, supply chain risk, vendor relationships, and the unique challenges of hyperscale and colocation data center environments. This is a hands-on, on-site role that will work closely with owners, designers, contractors, and vendors to ensure timely delivery of critical systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategy for data center projects from preconstruction through commissioning
• Source, negotiate, and procure critical infrastructure, including but not limited to:
• UPS systems
• Generators
• Busway / Bus Bars
• CRAC & CRAH units (cooling systems)
• Support procurement of IT infrastructure in coordination with owner and project teams
• Manage vendor selection, RFPs, bid evaluations, contract negotiations, and purchase orders
• Track long-lead items, manufacturing schedules, and delivery timelines
• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks and procurement-related schedule impacts
• Collaborate closely with project management, construction, and commissioning teams
• Maintain strong relationships with OEMs, manufacturers, and key suppliers
• Ensure compliance with contract terms, technical specifications, and project requirements
• Support cost control, forecasting, and procurement reporting for owners

Qualifications

• 7+ years of procurement experience in data center, mission-critical, or large-scale industrial construction
• Demonstrated experience sourcing UPS, generators, busway, and mechanical cooling systems
• Strong understanding of data center construction workflows and Owner’s Rep environments
• Proven ability to manage long-lead equipment and complex vendor negotiations
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills
• Willingness to work on-site and travel as required
• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field (preferred)
• Competitive salary: $130,000 – $180,000, based on experience
• Employer-paid BCBS healthcare (employee, spouse, and dependents)
• $100,000 life insurance coverage

Why EPC Project Consulting

• Work directly on high-impact, large-scale data center projects
• Be part of a growing Owner’s Rep firm with deep industry expertise
• Competitive compensation and industry-leading benefits
• Opportunity to influence procurement strategy on complex, mission-critical builds