Aligned Data Centers

Project Manager – Procurement

Aligned Data Centers

full-time

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Location Type: Office

Location: Chicago • Illinois • United States

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Salary

💰 $100,000 - $140,000 per year

About the role

  • Oversee and direct all project activities related to OFE.
  • Manage and support vendor relationships, ensuring the manufacturing production plans support the individual projects as well as the overall program.
  • Assist in the management of project budgets according to project controls and processes, working within Aligned cost tracking system.
  • Setup, manage, track, and communicate project costs, schedules, and documentation.
  • Own and maintain all administrative duties associated with project financials, to include but not limited to: requests for proposals, change orders, requests for POs, SOVs, forecasts, cost codes, and invoice reconciliation.
  • Rationalize and manage OFE schedules within the overall construction schedule, and work between the construction/contractor teams and the supply chain partners to find the best solutions to balance all schedule needs.
  • Manage all associated documentation (submittals, comments, etc) by downloading/uploading across designated systems (such as Procore, SharePoint, or similar).
  • Engage with commissioning partners to drive best processes and communication to support turnover plans.
  • Foster positive relationships with all internal and external partners, including OFE vendors, construction teams, contractors, finance/accounting, and engineering.
  • Collaborate within the procurement team to drive efficiency in processes while maintaining customer needs.

Requirements

  • 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 within data centers and/or manufacturing.
  • Direct experience managing multi-state operations and multi-million-dollar equipment contracts.
  • High proficiency with computers and industry systems and programs, including but not limited to: Microsoft Office products (especially Excel), Construction programs (such as Procore, Helix, etc), database systems, financial systems, Google Suite, internet research, scheduling programs, etc.
  • Superb written, verbal, and interpersonal communication 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 to maintain discretion and confidentiality.
  • Ability to travel 25%+ of the time.
Benefits
  • Health Coverage : Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts: HSA with employer contribution for eligible participants. FSAs 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
Applicant Tracking System Keywords

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Hard Skills & Tools
project managementbudget managementcost trackingschedule managementinvoice reconciliationsupply chain managementmulti-state operations managementcontract managementattention to detailtime management
Soft Skills
communication skillsinterpersonal skillsorganizational skillsmulti-taskingdiscretionadaptabilityrelationship buildingcollaborationproblem-solvingcustomer focus
Certifications
Bachelor’s degree in BusinessBachelor’s degree in Engineering