Development Construction Procurement Manager

Who we are :

Our life is a digital life, filled with streams of information flowing ceaselessly. Every click, every swipe, every interaction connects us.

But where does all that information go? Enter the world of data centers.

In the fast-paced world of data, QTS is dedicated to leading the industry in a thoughtful and intentional way. We believe that how we deliver our services is equally as important as the service we deliver.

Our people play a vital role in our company’s culture, innovation and growth, and we are deeply committed to those who affect or are affected by our business.

Our people are knowledgeable, resourceful, innovative self-starters, and can accomplishgreat things when working together.

That is why QTS is Powered by People!

The impact you will have :

The Development Construction Procurement Manager reports to the Director, Construction Services Procurement and is responsible for planning, budgeting, sourcing, supplier performance management and stakeholder management of Construction, Design, Commissioning.

The role will develop long-term business strategies aligned with key QTS stakeholders, executives, and other Global Procurement leaders to drive results directly linked to the business goals that contributes to QTS’s position as a leader in the market it serves.

The individual may also develop, train, mentor, coach, and manage direct reports.

What you will do :

• Run RFPs for QTS Development program including Construction, Design, and Commissioning
• Ensure accurate cost and schedules are provided in a timely manner to the Development Program Managers in support of budget approvals and project schedule planning
• Provide weekly Development procurement status, progresses, and recommendations to gain support from executives to align on the business objectives
• Analyze category spend management opportunities, conducts research to understand the supply market and commodity trends, and deploy appropriate strategic plans and track KPI’s
• Categories would include, but not limited to : Electrical, Mechanical and Construction Management, Design, Engineering, Commissioning, and Testing Professional Services.
• Ensure QTS policies and processes are followed and continuously improve processes and systems to drive best-in-class procurement performance
• Collaborate with Global Procurement leaders to ensure alignment and execution of category strategies
• Continuously identify and implement strategies to improve procurement initiatives, increase speed to market, improve quality, and achieve a lower total cost of ownership
• Understand business impacts and align with stakeholders to effectively assess risk levels, manage supply continuity, develop contingency plans and establish risk management strategies to mitigate risk.
• Lead ongoing category management activities within assigned scope of spend categories to achieve business objectives and benefit targets
• Develop RFP packages and lead competitive sourcing events to ensure structuring of commercial value, risk mitigation, and performances requirements are secured in a contract to protect QTS’s interests.
• Construction Project Support
• Solicit and develop construction related contracts to support QTS projects and associated timelines
• Resolve unforeseen technical and commercial issues that arise from the assigned projects, engage with subject matter experts, and escalate as necessary to close processes utilizing approved corrective actions
• Develop KPIs to measure supplier performance (on-site delivery performance, cost savings, etc.)
• Continuously evaluates supplier performance to create and lead teams to improve supplier performance as necessary
• Ensure mutual contracted obligations are met to ensure the negotiated values are realized
• Lead periodic business reviews (such as weekly meetings, QBRs, problem resolution, etc.)
• Liaise with QTS Site Operations teams, Suppliers, Finance to be the escalation point on issues that need resolutions and lead process improvement initiatives to drive efficiency and maximize value
• Travel to QTS sites, OEM facilities, trade conferences, and networking events to facilitate strong relationships to benefit the strategic positioning of QTS and department objectives
• Provide ad-hoc assistance to the Site Operations’ needs on certain difficult to source equipment, parts, and services

What you need to be successful :

• Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management Procurement, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business Administration, Management, Operations, Finance Three to ten years of relevant experience in Construction / Preconstruction / Estimating / Sourcing / Procurement / Project Management
• Experience in contract development, execution, and management
• Skilled in building relationships with key stakeholders to gather category requirements, specifications from departments, and category subject matter experts
• Ability to resolve conflicts and solve problems
• Experience in managing and leading change initiatives involving significant impacts to organization
• Experience developing long range sourcing plans for assigned categories to reduce total costs, optimize value from suppliers, and meet internal customer requirements
• Demonstrated company-wide procurement leadership experience within one or more indirect categories or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience

Nice to have :

• Ten or more years direct experience in Construction, Preconstruction, Estimating, Global Supply Chain Management, Project Management, Category Management, Strategic Sourcing, Contract Negotiations, And Vendor Management in variety of Categories
• Direct experiences in the following categories : Construction and Design, Estimating, Facility Management, Critical Electrical and Mechanical Equipment, and Professional Services
• Five or more years of experience leading team
• Experienced in data center construction

The Perks (and these are just a few) :

• QRest Sabbatical
• Employee Stock Purchase
• QTS scholarship for dependents
• Eagle Club award trip eligibility
• Paid volunteer days
• Tuition assistance, parental leave and military leave assistance

Data centers are experiencing once-in-a-generation demand growth, driven by cloud adoption and the AI revolution, Jon Gray, President & COO of Blackstone.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information & Testing, Family & Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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