Manager, Construction Procurement (1874)

About Coresite:

At CoreSite, we empower a more connected future through high-performance data centers and interconnection solutions. Recognized as a trusted partner in digital transformation, our strategically located facilities and innovative services enable businesses to connect, collaborate, and grow in an ever-evolving technological landscape.

Our culture is defined by operational excellence and a relentless drive for innovation. We foster a collaborative environment where every team member is valued, wins are celebrated as a team, and ownership is part of our DNA. At CoreSite, we’re not just building state-of-the-art infrastructure—we’re creating a community of forward-thinkers committed to solving complex challenges and delivering exceptional customer experiences.

At CoreSite not only are we Committed to Excellence, but we also Build Connections, Own It, Do the Right Thing, Have Fun, and Win as a Team. Join us and be part of a team that is shaping the future of digital infrastructure while nurturing your professional growth and success.

Manager, Construction Procurement

As a member of the company’s Corporate Development team, the Construction Procurement Manager is responsible for project management of all aspects of Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) Equipment and corresponding supply chains pertinent to Coresite’s active construction projects. This role will manage the procurement and delivery process from start to finish. Daily tasks include writing RFP’s, negotiating deals and contracts with vendors, reviewing/managing equipment submittals, delivery tracking, building and maintaining complex project budgets, and evaluating data center equipment designs.

As a regional manager, you will be required to manage numerous projects simultaneously. Regular teamwork and coordination will be required with our external supply chain partners and numerous internal teams such as Construction, Accounting, Operations, and Legal.
Duties:

Equipment Procurement and Management:

• Autonomously drive equipment submittals from inception to completion.
• Manage electrical single-line diagrams, mechanical riser diagrams, and product specifications for multiple projects.
• Competitively bid and procure various types of mechanical and electrical equipment, including but not limited to Medium Voltage Switchgear, Transformers, Chillers, Computer Room Air Handlers (CRAHs), CRACs, Switchgear, PDUs, UPSs, RPP’s, Generators, and other electrical distribution gear.

Vendor and Supplier Management:

• Serve as the primary liaison between supply chain partners and internal stakeholders, communicating changes in product lead-times and costs.
• Maintain and develop supplier relationships, negotiating the best-landed price with primary and secondary vendors as applicable.
• Support the negotiation of complex requests for equipment and services from suppliers and subcontractors.

Project Coordination:

• Analyze project schedules to determine on-site equipment delivery dates and ensure timely delivery.
• Schedule and coordinate on-site start-up and commissioning support services from vendors.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure transparency of specifications and operational requirements.

Budget and Financial Management:

• Maintain complex project budgets, ensuring all purchases are appropriately costed to a project.
• Support Finance and Accounting teams with invoicing issues, cash flow forecasts, and budget reconciliation.
• Manage and support equipment inventory planning efforts and forecasting.

Cross-Functional Collaboration:

• Work closely with engineering and sales teams to address client requests and design changes.
• Coordinate the approval and release of necessary equipment according to the construction schedule.
• Drive project-level tasks and milestones assigned by the construction project management team.

Negotiation and Contracts:

• Write RFPs and negotiate deals and contracts with vendors to secure the best terms and conditions.
• Support the negotiation of complex equipment and service requests, ensuring alignment with project goals and budget constraints.

Additional Duties:

• Handle additional duties as assigned by Management.
• Promote and demonstrate the behaviors consistent with CoreSite’s culture and core values.
• Assist in developing the department’s road-map to be able to scale with the company’s growth and expansion.

Requirements:
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Flexibility to travel up to 25%, with the potential for increased travel or in-office presence as business needs evolve.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and organizational skills, with keen attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities effectively
• Technical aptitude of mechanical and electrical systems
• Knowledge of construction management processes
• Aptitude to learn quickly and drive things to closure autonomously
• Strong business acumen and commercial contract experience
• Knowledge of sourcing and procurement techniques
• Superb communication skills and the ability to comfortably present technical data to executive level leadership
• Ability to balance technical feasibility with financial viability, blending innovative problem-solving with practical, financially sound decision-making to drive strategic outcomes
• Effective at working cross-functionally and collaboratively across departments in a team-oriented environment
• Strong work ethic with accountability to deadlines and high standards for deliverables

Education/Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Supply Chain Management or a related field
• 2-5 years of relevant work experience in a similar role, demonstrating expertise in related functions
• Preferred experience in data center, heavy industrial, or MEP-intensive construction

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the job’s essential functions. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the job’s duties, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk, sit, use hands to handle or feel objects, reach with hands and arms, climb stairs, balance, stoop or kneel, talk, and hear. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Ability to travel is required.

Benefits:
Not only does CoreSite have a fun, team-focused work environment, but we also offer great benefits to all employees regularly scheduled to work more than 20 hours a week!

• First-day medical insurance through Cigna with generous premium cost coverage
• Dental insurance through Delta Dental
• Vision insurance through VSP
• Telemedicine through MDLive for Cigna
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending account (FSA) plans
• Health saving account (HSA) plans for employees participating in the High Deductible Health Plan
• Life, AD&D, short-term disability, and long-term disability insurance fully paid by the company
• Voluntary coverage benefits for supplemental life, critical illness, accident, and hospital insurance
• First-day eligibility for 401(k) savings plan through Fidelity, which includes an attractive matching company contribution with a 5% company match
• Discretionary annual bonus and equity incentive plan
• Employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) with a 15% discount
• 16 days of paid time off (PTO)11 paid company holidays and additional floating holidays
• Additional paid time off for school events, elder care, volunteering, bereavement, jury duty, voting, parental leave and disability leave
• Free parking or a company contribution toward a public transit pass

Additional Perks

• Wellness Reimbursement Program: Yearly stipend of $500 for employees and $300 for dependents, up to $800 total for the family
• Wellness Incentive Program: Participate in various wellbeing activities to earn up to $450 per year in cash incentives
• Technology Stipend: $100 monthly stipend.
• Educational Reimbursement Program: Work-related learning and development with reimbursement on qualifying degree programs, up to $5,250 per year
• Giving Back: Charitable donation matches up to $5,000 per year and nominate organizations for Company Foundation grants
• Financial Management: Access to financial coaching, digital tools and services to manage and pay student loan debt quicker
• Pet Insurance: Keep your furry friends healthy and happy
• Family Planning: Benefits and services related to fertility, pregnancy, menopause, adoption and surrogacy
• Employee Assistance Program: 24x7 service to support family, work, money, health, legal and life challenges
• Counseling and Caregiving Programs: Including access to mental health services, licensed counselors, and caregiving tools including membership for finding care.
• Referral Bonus: Receive a $3,000 cash bonus if referred candidate is hired and meets eligibility requirements
• Discounts: Discounts, cash back offers and perks on thousands of brands
• LinkedIn Learning Membership: Support your development when accessing LinkedIn’s online library of courses and videos

General Statements -

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis. The employer will not sponsor applicants for work visas.

Please note that all offers of employment are contingent upon the successful completion of a background check and, where permitted by law, a 5-panel drug test conducted after the offer letter is signed, which will screen for THC, opiates, PCP, cocaine, and amphetamines. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.

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