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Source: T5 Data Centers careers · View original posting
From T5 Data Centers's posting. “We” and “our” refer to the employer.
At EverOn, we’re defined by a magnetic culture of excellence that attracts ambitious, talented people and empowers them to do their best work. We focus exclusively on data center construction, giving our team the deep industry expertise and specialized knowledge needed to deliver customized solutions for complex projects while maintaining the highest standards of quality and execution. Join us and experience the impact of working with a high-performing, collaborative team.
Vision
Build with unparalleled excellence enabling the transformation of the world.
Mission
Be the exceptional builder in the mission-critical industry by empowering our people and customers through their experiences in the data center space, building with unparalleled excellence to enable the transformation of the world.
Core Values
Integrity
Collaboration
Accountability
People
Excellence
Fortitude
Director, MEP
Procurement
&
is responsible for the overall leadership, strategy, and performance of the company's
Mechanical, Electrical, and
Plumbing
(MEP) procurement and
functions.
This position provides enterprise-wide leadership for sourcing, supplier management, procurement operations, equipment
project delivery support, and supply chain risk management across all development, construction, and operational projects.
combines the strategic procurement leadership described within the Senior
MEP
Procurement
Manager position with the operational and project execution leadership
Project
Manager.
The Director is accountable for developing and implementing long-term procurement and
strategies that support organizational growth, improve total cost of ownership, mitigate supply chain risk, and ensure successful execution of critical
MEP infrastructure projects.
This individual serves as the executive leader for all
MEP procurement and
personnel and is responsible for building scalable processes, developing talent, establishing supplier partnerships, and driving operational excellence across the enterprise.
As the senior-most leader of the MEP
Procurement and
organization, this position holds ultimate accountability for supplier strategy, procurement execution,
performance, project delivery support, and continuous improvement across the enterprise.
acts as the executive bridge between business units, project teams, and leadership, aligning procurement and
strategies with capital project objectives, operational
provides direct and indirect leadership for:
Procurement
Senior
MEP
Procurement
Manager
MEP
Procurement
Managers
MEP
Assistant
Procurement
Managers
MEP
Procurement
Engineers
MEP
Senior
Project
Manager
MEP
Project
Managers
MEP
Assistant
Project
Managers
MEP
Engineers
strategy.
Establish long-term sourcing, supplier management, and
roadmaps that support organizational growth and capital project objectives.
Align procurement and
initiatives with development, construction, facilities management, and corporate business goals.
Serve as the executive sponsor for critical equipment procurement and
programs.
Lead strategic planning activities related to supply chain resiliency, supplier diversification, and operational scalability.
Participate in executive leadership planning, budgeting, forecasting, and business growth initiatives.
Develop annual department objectives, performance targets, and strategic initiatives.
Procurement
Provide executive oversight of all
MEP sourcing, procurement, and supplier management activities.
Approve procurement strategies for major electrical and mechanical equipment categories including switchgear, transformers, generators, UPS systems, chillers, cooling systems, pumps, and related infrastructure equipment.
Lead executive-level supplier negotiations, framework agreements, strategic sourcing initiatives, and commercial risk management efforts.
Direct category management strategies and approved supplier governance programs.
Oversee supplier qualification, performance management, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Review and approve major sourcing recommendations, supplier awards, and procurement commitments.
Ensure procurement policies, procedures, and controls are consistently applied across the organization.
Drive total cost of ownership improvements through strategic sourcing and supplier optimization initiatives.
&
Project
Delivery
Provide strategic oversight for all
OFCI and
CFCI equipment
activities from purchase order execution through project closeout.
Establish enterprise
standards, delivery strategies, and project execution processes.
Oversee project portfolio performance including schedule adherence, budget management, commissioning readiness, and supplier performance.
Direct resolution of critical project delivery,
commissioning, and supply chain challenges.
Ensure successful coordination between procurement,
construction, development, and commissioning teams.
Lead recovery planning efforts for major equipment delays, supply disruptions, or project execution risks.
Develop scalable
processes and reporting systems that support portfolio growth.
Supplier
Relationship
&
External
Partner
Own executive-level relationships with strategic
MEP equipment manufacturers, distributors, integrators, and service providers.
Conduct executive business reviews with critical suppliers.
Establish supplier performance expectations, accountability frameworks, and improvement plans.
Lead supplier escalation and dispute resolution activities.
Develop strategic partnerships that improve pricing, lead times, capacity access, service levels, and innovation opportunities.
Monitor supplier risk profiles and implement mitigation strategies.
Financial
Develop and manage departmental budgets, operating plans, and resource forecasts.
Provide executive oversight of procurement spend, equipment commitments, cash flow forecasting, and
expenditures.
Review major contract commitments and financial exposures.
Lead cost reduction, value engineering, and procurement optimization initiatives.
Develop executive dashboards and reporting regarding procurement performance,
performance, supplier metrics, and project financial status.
Partner with Finance on annual budgeting and long-range planning.
Team
Leadership
&
Talent
Recruit, develop, mentor, and retain high-performing procurement and
professionals.
Establish career development pathways throughout the organization.
Conduct performance evaluations and succession planning activities.
Promote accountability, collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement.
Ensure personnel have appropriate training, resources, and development opportunities.
Build a scalable organization capable of supporting rapid company growth.
Operation
Excellence
&
Establish standards, procedures, KPIs, dashboards, and performance metrics across procurement and
functions.
Drive process standardization and technology adoption initiatives.
Ensure compliance with company policy, contractual obligations, and industry best practices.
Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on schedule performance, supplier quality, procurement efficiency, and customer satisfaction.
Sponsor lessons-learned reviews and implementation of corrective actions.
Promote consistent utilization of Procore and other procurement and project management systems.
25% as required to project sites, supplier facilities, manufacturing locations, industry events, and corporate meetings.
Education & Experience: Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction
Management, Supply
Chain
Management, Business
Administration,
or related field preferred.
8-10+ years of progressive experience in procurement,
supply chain, construction management, project delivery, or related disciplines.
5+ years of leadership experience managing procurement,
project management, or supply chain teams.
Demonstrated experience overseeing large-scale data center, mission-critical, industrial, healthcare, advanced manufacturing, or commercial construction programs.
Proven track record managing multimillion-dollar procurement portfolios and supplier agreements.
Extensive experience with data center electrical and mechanical infrastructure systems.
Experience leading enterprise procurement transformations, supply chain organizations, or
functions.
Skills: Expert knowledge of MEP equipment procurement,
and construction execution.
Extensive understanding of electrical and mechanical infrastructure systems.
Expert-level strategic sourcing and supplier management capabilities.
+
Strong financial, commercial, and contractual acumen.
Advanced program and portfolio management skills.
Executive-level negotiation and relationship management capabilities.
Exceptional leadership, organizational development, and team-building skills.
Strong business intelligence, KPI development, and analytical capabilities.
Advanced risk management and decision-making skills.
Excellent executive communication and presentation skills.
Strong proficiency in Procore, ERP systems, Microsoft
Excel, PowerPoint, and reporting platforms.
Ability to influence senior executives, external partners, and cross-functional stakeholders.
Demonstrated ability to lead organizational change and scale operations in high-growth environments.
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