Project Manager, Procurement

Aligned Data Centers; United States; On-site; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Coverage

Retirement Savings (401(k) with match)

Paid Time Off and Holidays

Company-Sponsored Insurance (short/low

Long-Term Disability

Optional Benefits

Wellness Programs

Job summary

Aligned Data Centers is seeking a Project Manager, Procurement to lead the OFE supply chain across multiple construction projects. You will coordinate with internal teams and external partners to ensure timely delivery, cost control, and proper documentation for commissioning.

The role requires strong problem solving, organizational skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, with travel up to 25% as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or equivalent (degree or experience).
• 5 years’ experience in project management (manufacturing, data center, and/or construction).
• Supply chain management experience with data centers and/or manufacturing.
• Direct experience managing multi-state operations and multi-million-dollar equipment contracts.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (especially Excel), Procore, Helix, databases, finance systems, Google Suite.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication; able to multi-task with time management.

Responsibilities

• Oversee and direct all project activities related to OFE.
• Manage vendor relationships and ensure production plans support projects.
• Assist in managing project budgets according to controls and processes.
• Setup, track, and communicate project costs, schedules, and documentation.
• Own administrative duties for project finances: RFPs, change orders, POs, SOVs, forecasts, cost codes, invoices.
• Rationalize OFE schedules within the overall construction schedule.
• Manage documentation across Procore, SharePoint, or similar systems.
• Engage with commissioning partners to drive best processes and turnover plans.
• Foster positive relationships with OFE vendors, construction teams, contractors, finance, and engineering.
• Collaborate within procurement to drive efficiency while meeting customer needs.

Skills

Multitasking

Time management

Attention to detail

Discretion

Communication skills

Confidentiality

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Engineering, or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Procore

Helix

SharePoint

Google Suite

Scheduling programs

Job description

It’s fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they’re doing!
We’re committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business.

SUMMARY: TheProject Manager, Procurementworks with internal and external partners to manage all aspects oftheowner-furnished equipment (OFE)supply chain relating tomultipleconstruction projects, frominceptionto completion of commissioning.This positionrequires excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills, as well as the ability to work successfully in a teamenvironmentunder limited supervision. Excellentorganizational,time management, and teamworkabilitiesarea must.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES (to include, but notlimited to):

• Oversee and direct all project activitiesrelated to OFE.

• Manage and supportvendor relationships, ensuring the manufacturing production plans support the individual projects as well as the overall program.

• Assistin the managementof project budgets according to project controls and processes, working within Aligned cost tracking system.

• Setup, manage, track, and communicateprojectcosts, schedules, and documentation.

• Own andmaintainall administrative duties associated withproject financials,to includebut not limitedto:requests forproposals,changeorders,requests for POs, SOVs,forecasts,cost codes,and invoice reconciliation.

• Rationalizeand manageOFE schedules within theoverallconstruction schedule, and work between theconstruction/contractor teams and the supply chain partners to findthebest solutions to balance all schedule needs.

• Manage all associated documentation (submittals,comments,etc) by downloading/uploading across designatedsystems (such as Procore, SharePoint, or similar).

• Engage withcommissioning partners to drive best processesand communicationto support turnover plans.

• Foster positive relationships with allinternal and external partners, includingOFEvendors, construction teams, contractors,finance/accounting, andengineering.

• Collaboratewithintheprocurement team to drive efficiency in processes whilemaintainingcustomer needs.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelor’s degree inBusiness,Engineering,or equivalent(degree or experience).

• 5 years’ experience inprojectmanagement(manufacturing, data center, and/or construction).

• Supplychainmanagement experience withindatacentersand/or manufacturing.

• Direct experience managing multi-state operations and multi-million-dollar equipment contracts.

• Highproficiencywith computers and industry systems and programs, including but not limited to:MicrosoftOffice products(especiallyExcel), Construction programs (such as Procore, Helix,etc), database systems, financial systems, Google Suite, internet research, scheduling programs,etc.

• Superbwritten,verbal, and interpersonalcommunication skills.

• Ability to multi-task, with strong time management and organizational skills.

• Desire to work in an extremely fast-paced and ever-changing environment.

• Must have a strong attention to detail.

• Ability tomaintaindiscretion and confidentiality.

• Ability to travel 25%+ of the time.

Additionaldesired skills and experience:

• 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.

• Able tomonitorandinterpret design and schedule changesand forecast their impact on overall project costs.

• Awareness and experience with commodity management, raw materials,and production planning.

• Experience with data center commissioning.

COMPETENCIES:

• Adaptability :Adaptsto changes in the work environment;manages competing demands;changes approach or method to best fit the situation;able to deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.

• Analytical :Synthesizescomplex or diverse information;collects and researches data;uses intuition and experience to complement data;designswork flowsand procedures.

• Business Acumen :Understandsbusiness implications of decisions;displays orientation to profitability;demonstratesknowledge of market and competition;aligns work with strategic goals.

• Change Management :Developsworkable implementation plans;communicates changes effectively;builds commitment and overcomes resistance;prepares and supports those affected by change;monitors transition and evaluates results

• Customer Service: Managesdifficult or emotional customer situations;responds promptly to customer needs;solicitscustomer feedback to improve service;responds to requests for service and assistance;meets commitments.

• Dependability :Followsinstructions, responds to management direction;takes responsibility for own actions;keeps commitments;commits to long hours of work when necessary to reach goals;completes tasks on time or notifiesappropriate personwith an alternate plan.

• Diversity :Demonstratesknowledge of EEO policy;shows respect and sensitivity for cultural differences;educates others on the value of diversity;promotes a harassment-free environment;builds a diverse workforce.

• Ethics :Treatspeople with respect;keeps commitments;inspires the trust of others;works with integrity and ethically;upholds organizational values.

• Interpersonal Skills :Focuseson solving conflict, not blaming;maintainsconfidentiality;listens to others without interrupting;keeps emotions under control;remainsopen to others’ ideas and tries new things.

• Judgement :Displayswillingness to make decisions;exhibitssound andaccuratejudgment;supports and explains reasoning for decisions;includesappropriate peoplein decision-making process;makestimelydecisions.

• Motivation :Setsand achieves challenging goals;demonstratespersistence and overcomes obstacles;measures self against standard of excellence;takes calculated risks toaccomplishgoals.

• Planning/Organizing :Prioritizesandplanswork activities;uses time efficiently;plans foradditionalresources;sets goals andobjectives;organizes or schedules other people and their tasks;develops realistic action plans.

• Problem Solving :Identifiesand resolves problemsin a timely manner;gathers and analyzes information skillfully;develops alternative solutions;works well in group problem solving situations;uses reason even when dealing with emotional topics.

• Professionalism :Approachesothers in a tactful manner;reacts well under pressure;treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position;accepts responsibility forownactions;follows through on commitments.

• Project Management :Developsproject plans;coordinates projects;communicates changes and progress;completes projects on time and budget;manages project team activities.

• Quality :Demonstratesaccuracy and thoroughness;looks for ways to improve and promote quality;applies feedback to improve performance;monitors own work to ensure quality.

• Safety and Security :Observessafety and security procedures;determinesappropriate actionbeyond guidelines;reports potentially unsafe conditions;uses equipment and materials properly.

• Strategic Thinking :Developsstrategies to achieve organizational goals;understands organization’s strengths & weaknesses;analyzes market and competition;identifiesexternal threats and opportunities;adapts strategy to changing conditions.

• Teamwork :Balancesteam and individual responsibilities;exhibits objectivity and openness to others’ views;gives and welcomes feedback;contributes to building a positive team spirit;puts success of team above own interests;able to build morale and group commitments to goals and objectives;supports everyone’s efforts to succeed.

• Written Communication :Writesclearly and informatively;edits work for spelling and grammar;varies writing style to meet needs;presents numerical data effectively;ebleto read and interpret written information.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS AND WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Frequently required to stand

• Frequently required to walk

• Frequently required to sit

• Frequently required to utilizehand and finger dexterity

• Occasionallywork near moving mechanical parts

BENEFITS & PERKS:

Aligned Data Centers is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to support the health, well-being, and financial security of our team members. Eligible employees have access to:

• Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA with employer contribution for eligible participants. FSA’s offered for health and dependent care to increase tax savings.
• Retirement Savings : 401(k) plan with company match
• Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
• Company-Sponsored Insurance : Short-Term Disability, Life Insurance, and Long-Term Disability (with medical election)
• Optional Benefits : Voluntary life, critical illness, legal, and additional disability coverage
• Wellness Programs : Employee assistance program (EAP), Wellhub gym membership, and other wellness initiatives

The above is intended to describe the general content of and requirements for the performance of this job. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or physical requirements.Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

At Aligned, we are committed to transparency and fostering a positive employee experience from your very first interaction with us. In compliance with Illinois pay disclosure requirements, when you join Aligned, you’ll have access to the following benefits: medical, dental, vision, short and long disability, life insurance and other voluntary benefits, 401k with employer match, bonus opportunities, paid time off, wellness benefits and professional development opportunities, all designed to support your well-being and career growth. We want you to have a clear understanding of what we offer, so you can make informed decisions about your future with us.

Aligned is equally committed to fostering an inclusive workplace and providing equal employment opportunities for all employees. We ensure that all applicants and team members are considered for employment, advancement, and all other employment-related matters without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to perform the essential functions of your job due to a disability or medical condition, please contact our People & Culture team. Accommodation requests will be reviewed on a case-by-case basis in accordance with applicable laws. Aligned will make reasonable accommodations where necessary to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their role.