Procurement Manager - Indianapolis, Indiana (On-site)
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Procurement Manager - Indianapolis, Indiana (On-site)

Indianapolis, Indiana, United States

Decima International is a professional services company, providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. Our mission is to become the premier professional services provider across all industry sectors we are engaged in. To accomplish this, Decima International's founders established a simple yet powerful formula:

Approach each client engagement as apartnership, create an environment that attracts themost talented professionalsand allows them to flourish, and regulategrowthto maintainexcellencein our service standards.

Decima International is a professional services company, providing project management and controls services to clients in the United States and the Middle East. Our mission is to become the premier professional services provider across all industry sectors we are engaged in. To accomplish this, Decima International's founders established a simple yet powerful formula:

Approach each client engagement as a partnership , create an environment that attracts the most talented professionals and allows them to flourish, and regulate growth to maintain excellence in our service standards.

If you are interested in a long and rewarding career working with high-profile clients on some of the most challenging projects in the world, then Decima is where you belong. At Decima, you will be able to explore incredible growth and professional development opportunities.

We are seeking a seasoned and capable Procurement Manager to lead procurement activities across multiple data center development projects for one of the world's leading technology clients. This is a client-facing leadership role that requires excellent interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills, as well as a strong understanding of data center construction and operations.

You will work closely with client stakeholders and internal teams to deliver effective procurement strategies, manage risk, drive vendor engagement, and support contract execution. This role demands a skilled professional with a successful track record of managing complex procurement processes within large-scale capital projects.

In addition to procurement execution, the role involves mentoring junior staff, supporting long-term client relationships, and contributing to strategic business development initiatives, including proposals and contract negotiations.

We are looking for a proactive and experienced professional with a passion for innovation, strong analytical abilities, and the capability to manage multiple initiatives in a fast-paced environment. We will support your growth and help you pursue your ambitions as we work together to make a meaningful impact across the industry.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Versed in modern project management techniques within complex, multi-functional organizations; have an understanding and knowledge of engineering, design, procurement and contracting, safety, construction, and commissioning.
• Establish a strong relationship with the client and communicate with both technical and management-level personnel.
• Manage assigned work from start to close out, covering all aspects related to work delivery to ensure that the work is conducted in a timely and effective manner.
• Prepare PowerPoint decks and present to management on progress, findings, and recommendations.
• Review project plans, requirements, and specifications.
• Prepare RFPs and support the process of contractor selection and contract award.
• Work with contractors to establish CPM baseline schedules.
• Perform resource analyses to identify potential bottlenecks and resource strain.
• Identify project risks, gaps, and opportunities, and provide recommendations to stakeholders to mitigate the impact of these risks and take advantage of opportunities.
• Facilitate, run, and chair project meetings (including OAC meetings) and maintain accurate meeting minutes and action items.
• Review and validate project progress, contractor pay applications, and invoices.
• Carry out financial and technical appraisals of project options. Perform feasibility studies, site surveys, and liaison with designers, engineers, superintendents, and construction managers as required.
• Support business development efforts by contributing to strategy development, positioning, proposing, and negotiating contracts.
• Perform other related duties as required and assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

Required qualifications:

• 15+ years of procurement experience in the construction field
• Bachelor's degree in construction, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, project management, or related technical fields
• An excellent understanding of construction, mechanical, and electrical systems
• Strong knowledge of pre-design and pre-construction, contract management, project delivery methods, building systems/components, and technology
• Prior experience in hyperscale data center development and construction
• Experience developing various types of reports, targeting different audiences
• Experience in client-facing positions
• Demonstrated ability to understand technical and complicated construction programs and the ability to communicate progress to both technical and management-level personnel
• Strong communication skills, including the ability to communicate with any audience clearly and accurately
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office programs

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's in Construction Management
• Earned Value Management experience
• Active membership in PMI, CCMA, or similar associations
• Project Management Professional (PMP) certification
• Hyperscale data center projects development and construction experience

POSITION DETAILS

• Location (On-site): Indianapolis, Indiana
• Position: Procurement Manager
• Position Classification: Salary-based full-time regular hours
• Current work permit required. This position does not offer sponsorship for employment (e.g., H-1B visa sponsorship or transfer not offered)

PRODUCTIVITY TOOLS

• Microsoft Project
• Microsoft Office
• Microsoft 365

Decima International is an Equal Opportunity Employer who is committed to the safety and wellbeing of all. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), age, medical condition, marital or domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression and transgender status, mental disability or physical disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, citizenship, low-income status or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable law.

At Decima International, we offer a competitive salary package, including paid time off and performance-based bonuses. We also provide excellent medical, vision and dental insurance for our employees.

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