Data Centers Pre-Construction Procurement Manager
Core
Pre-construction procurement leader supporting HVAC controls sales and installation delivery for mission-critical data center projects across North America.
Role type
Pre-construction Procurement Manager (HVAC Controls)
Builds
Installation cost models, execution strategies, and subcontracting plans for data center HVAC controls work.
Domain
Data center construction, HVAC controls, mechanical systems, building automation systems (BAS/BMS)
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | dashboards & analysis | research | client delivery | infrastructure | physical/clinical work
Required skills
HVAC controls experience, mechanical systems knowledge, commercial negotiation, cost analysis, RFP development, bidder review, contract alignment, market intelligence, estimating tools proficiency, supply chain strategy
Preferred skills
Design-build construction experience, mission-critical environment experience, BAS/BMS integration knowledge, hands-on field knowledge of controls installation, electrical/mechanical interfaces, startup, commissioning, project management, procurement analysis tools
Technologies
MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Project, estimating tools, bid leveling tools, procurement analysis tools
Responsibilities
Partner with Sales during pursuit and pre-construction phases to own subcontractor installation pricing; Define subcontractor and execution strategy for new builds, expansions, and retrofits; Review project scope to clarify controls, mechanical interface, startup, and commissioning needs; Use estimating tools and market intelligence to build baseline installation pricing; Source and level third-party subcontractor quotations across North America; Lead RFP development, bidder reviews, and commercial negotiations; Review contract documents to ensure downstream subcontract protections align with customer obligations.
Seniority
Mid-Senior, hands-on IC
