Senior Manager, Procurement, Capital Services & Solutions

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The Senior Manager, Project Contracts Manager will be the primary and embedded Procurement team representative working in close collaboration with Global Capital Project Engineering, Global Capital Project Delivery and respective Site Engineering to develop project sourcing strategies for Major capital projects.  Major Projects are defined by their strategic nature and value to the business and typically are >$25MM. The role is responsible for developing, on a project-by-project basis, the methodology by which appropriate scope awards (for example, Construction Manager (and Subcontractors), Architect Engineer, Project Controls, C&Q) maximizing value for BMS are facilitated. 

A strong relationship with Business Partners is required to ensure flawless project executions. The Senior Manager will be responsible for advancing the existing procurement process and enabling the team engaged in issuing key procurement packages to achieve lowest TCO and meet schedule requirements. The position requires strong operational alignment with all stakeholders involved in US Major capital projects and other supporting functions (Finance, EHS, Quality, etc.).

Major Responsibilities and Accountabilities:

Contract Development and Negotiation

• Draft, review, and negotiate contracts with Suppliers (Construction Manager’s, AE, Project Controls, C&Q and as required, subcontractors).

• Ensure that all contracts comply with internal and legal/regulatory requirements.

• Work with Construction managers to develop a subcontractor buyout strategy.

Procurement Management

• Develop a procurement execution plan and strategy.

• Oversee the procurement process, including the development of Should Cost Estimates, preparation and issuance of RFQs and RFPs.

• Evaluate bids and proposals to select the most suitable contractors and suppliers.

Risk Management

• During preconstruction, develop a procurement risk register to identify risks associated with contracts and assist in the development of mitigation strategies.

• Monitor market trends specific to construction and capital projects; assess and mitigate supply chain risks.

• Using project risk register, identify potential risks associated with contracts and assist in the development of mitigation strategies.

• Ensure that all contractual obligations are met and that any risks are managed effectively.

Budget and Cost Control

• Monitor project budgets and costs to ensure they remain within approved limits.

• Review and assist the process payments to contractors and suppliers.

• Co-manage change orders and variations to the contract.

Compliance and Documentation:

• Assist with the set up and maintenance of Autodesk preconstruction suite of products for capital projects.

• Ensure that all necessary insurances, permits and licenses are obtained and recorded within.

• Ensure compliance with all internal BMS SOP’s, relevant laws, regulations, and standards.

• Utilize and support project teams with procurement documentation, workflows, tracking and reporting using Autodesk preconstruction and construction management platforms.

• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of all contracts and related documents in the Audtodesk preconstruction and construction management platforms.

Stakeholder Communication

• Liaise with clients, project managers, and other stakeholders to ensure clear communication and understanding of contract terms and conditions.