Contract Manager – OFCI Procurement (Data Centers)
Core
Lead commercial strategy and administration of Owner-Furnished, Contractor-Installed (OFCI) equipment contracts for large-scale data center projects.
Role type
Senior Contract Manager (Procurement)
Builds
High-value, long-lead procurement packages for mission-critical data center infrastructure.
Domain
Data Center Infrastructure / Capital Projects
Required skills
Commercial strategy, contract formation, negotiation, risk allocation, pricing models, cost control, claims management, contract administration, stakeholder management, schedule alignment, closeout management
Preferred skills
International procurement, multi-currency contracts, FIDIC frameworks, EPCM project delivery models
Technologies
NetSuite, ERP platforms
Responsibilities
Develop commercial and contractual strategies for OFCI equipment packages; Lead negotiations with equipment suppliers and manufacturers; Draft, review, and finalize supply agreements, purchase orders, and contract amendments; Establish clear risk allocation for delivery, performance, price escalation, and force majeure; Align contract structures with project cash flow and financing requirements; Negotiate pricing models, payment milestones, retention arrangements, and security instruments; Manage price escalation, indexation, currency exposure, and tax considerations; Support cost forecasting, cash flow planning, and budget compliance; Review and approve supplier invoices and payment applications; Define and enforce liquidated damages, delay remedies, and performance guarantees; Manage contract variations, change orders, and their commercial implications; Support claims prevention and resolution with suppliers; Coordinate dispute resolution activities when required; Administer OFCI contracts throughout engineering, manufacturing, and delivery; Issue contractual notices, correspondence, and approvals in accordance with agreed terms; Ensure compliance with internal procurement policies and approval processes; Maintain accurate, complete, and auditable contract records; Serve as the primary commercial point of contact for OFCI equipment vendors; Support procurement and project teams during bid evaluations and supplier award decisions; Coordinate with legal, finance, tax, and insurance stakeholders; Participate in supplier performance reviews and escalation meetings; Monitor contractual delivery milestones and long-lead equipment commitments; Support mitigation plans for supplier delays and capacity constraints; Ensure commercial alignment between OFCI supply contracts and installation contractors; Manage contract closeout, final settlements, and the release of securities; Ensure suppliers provide all required warranties, guarantees, and documentation; Support the transition from project execution to operations.
