Contract & Procurement Administration - Data Center Construction

Responsibilities

• Overseeing the entire contract lifecycle, from drafting and negotiation to execution and closeout.
• Identifying and addressing potential contractual risks and liabilities.
• Ensuring all contractual obligations are met and that projects adhere to legal and regulatory requirements.
• Lead the end-to-end RFP process for Construction, Equipment, and Professional Services scopes of work, including developing procurement strategies, preparing bid documents, managing stakeholder input, evaluating proposals, and supporting contract award recommendations.
• Working closely with internal teams (e.g., procurement, legal, project management) and external partners (e.g., general contractors, vendors).
• Leading negotiations on contract terms and conditions with vendors and other stakeholders.
• Supporting cost estimation and change order management related to contracts.
• Tracking and evaluating contract performance against established KPIs.
• Contributing to the development and refinement of contract management processes and tools.
• Ensuring alignment with corporate governance and compliance standards, including SOX controls where applicable.
• Managing claims and dispute resolution processes in coordination with legal counsel.
• Providing training and guidance to project teams on contract interpretation and compliance.
• Maintaining accurate and up-to-date contract documentation and audit trails.
• Participating in vendor prequalification and selection processes from a contractual perspective.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Law, Cost Management / Quantity Surveying or a related field.
• Proven experience in contract management, preferably within the construction or infrastructure industry.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite and contract management software (e.g., Aconex, Procore, or similar).
• Deep understanding of commercial aspects of construction, construction contracts, legal terms and conditions, and industry best practices.
• Familiarity with various contract types (e.g., lump sum, GMP, cost-plus) and delivery methods (e.g., design-build, CMAR).
• Experience working on large-scale, complex construction projects, ideally in the data center or mission-critical sector.
• Ability to manage multiple contracts and stakeholders in a fast-paced environment.
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks and compliance standards relevant to construction and infrastructure.
• Experience in cost review and negotiation.
• Professional certifications such as MRICS, CCM, PMP, or CPCM are a plus.
• Ability to be onsite at the data center in Mt. Pleasant, WI 3-5 days a week.