Procurement Manager

At Rowan Digital Infrastructure, we are transforming data center delivery for speed and scale. Our mission is to deliver best-in-class data center solutions to hyperscale customers who share our commitment to sustainability, and to do so with an unwavering focus on quality. Our data center solutions are tailored to our customers’ needs and delivered by our exceptional end-to-end team. Rowan is assembling a strategic portfolio of data center sites in key markets across the United States, and we’re looking for incredible and passionate people to help us advance our company and our commitment to building the future of sustainable digital infrastructure.

Rowan is owned and managed by Quinbrook Infrastructure Partners.

Role Summary

Rowan Digital Infrastructure is looking for an Equipment Procurement Project Manager to oversee and manage the equipment procurement process for data center campus builds and serve as the key point of connection for the Rowan Engineering & Construction Teams who are tasked with delivering the work.

The successful candidate will have the experience, knowledge and leadership skills to own and manage the procurement activities from start to finish for a hyperscale data center campus. The successful candidate will also have a deep understanding of all facets of the procurement process, including the initial planning, Request-For-Proposals, Vendor relationships, contract review/execution, payment terms and delivery coordination with the Rowan Project Managers.

Travel: Ability to travel up to (25%) to project locations and manufacturing facilities as required for expediting, site visits, RFP requirements, and/or initial delivery management.

Location: Denver, CO

Compensation: $130-$165K - Offers Bonus

Essential Responsibilities

• Oversee the entire procurement cycle for construction equipment, from identifying needs to finalizing orders and ensuring delivery
• Develop and maintain relationships with equipment suppliers, manufacturers, and rental companies
• Negotiate contracts, terms, and pricing with suppliers to ensure favorable outcomes for the company
• Manage the equipment procurement budget, ensuring that all purchases stay within the allocated financial parameters
• Continuously monitor and track costs associated with equipment procurement and usage, identifying areas for cost reduction without sacrificing quality
• Conduct market research to identify potential new suppliers, evaluating their reliability, cost, and quality of equipment
• Evaluate and manage the performance of vendors to ensure that agreed-upon service levels and delivery timelines are met
• Ensure all procurement activities comply with legal, safety, and environmental regulations
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, warranties, contracts, and repairs for audit purposes
• Work closely with project managers and construction teams to understand specific project needs and deliver the right equipment on time
  
  

Education, Skills, And Experience

• Relevant college degree or commensurate relevant experience
• Relevant Construction Procurement experience for a decently sized general contractor or similar entity
• Background in Data Center development
• Be familiar with large projects or have a long history of many projects
• Proficiency in Procore and other construction management software
• Working knowledge of green building practices
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced and highly cross-functional environment
  
  

Fueled by Excellence & Collaboration

At Rowan, we are a distributed team united by a common mission to transform data center delivery. Across our two offices, we offer a hybrid work environment supported by the teamwork, technology, and in-office gathering time to help you be successful. We are headquartered in Denver, Colorado and have an office in Seattle, Washington. Our team of talented and passionate individuals is spread out across the U.S.

Here to support you 

At Rowan, we want to make sure you can do great work.  We offer competitive benefits focused on helping you be and achieve your best. 

• Hybrid working environment 
• Team building and educational opportunities 
• Generous benefits package including robust health benefits and a 401(k) company contribution
• Unlimited PTO
• Competitive compensation and bonus plan 
  
  

Equal Opportunity Employer

Rowan Digital is an equal-opportunity employer. We welcome and celebrate diversity in all aspects of our workforce. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or any other legally protected status. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.