Construction Contract Manager - Data Center

Construction Contract Manager - Data Center
Department: Brazil Consultancy
Employment Type: Full Time
Location: Campinas, Brazil


Description
Why Soben?
We´re an award-winning construction consultancy with bold ambitions and a clear vision for the future. Since our founding in 2011, we've made significant progress, but now, we’re entering a new chapter of accelerated growth and transformation.

This is a truly exciting time to join our team. We're aiming to grow to 1,000 professionals worldwide by 2030, expanding both in our existing markets and into new regions to support a growing portfolio of capital projects.

In March 2025, Soben was acquired by Accenture, marking a major milestone in our journey. This strategic alliance combines Accenture’s innovation and digital capabilities with Soben’s deep industry expertise and commercial know-how. As part of Accenture’s Industry X – Infrastructure and Capital Projects practice, we are now positioned to reshape the future of capital project delivery, leveraging technology and insight to deliver better, faster, and more sustainable outcomes for our clients in a rapidly evolving global market.

Role Description
We are seeking an experienced Construction Contract Manager to support large-scale, mission-critical data center developments in Campinas Brazil
This role will lead procurement and contract administration activities throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring effective contract execution, supplier performance, commercial compliance, and timely delivery of critical construction equipment and services. The position requires close collaboration with project teams, suppliers, procurement professionals, and key stakeholders in a fast-paced, high-impact construction environment





Key Responsibilities
Develop, maintain, and manage project procurement plans.
Support the preparation and review of scope of work documentation and procurement packages.
Coordinate procurement activities for Owner Furnished Contractor Installed (OFCI) equipment and materials.
Establish negotiation strategies and participate in supplier negotiations.
Manage RFx processes, including bid evaluations, supplier communications, and pre-bid meetings.
Administer contracts, change orders, RFIs, submittals, and related contractual documentation.
Implement and improve procurement and contract management processes and controls.
Monitor supplier performance, expediting activities, and delivery schedules.
Prepare accurate procurement, contract, and commercial reports for project stakeholders.
Conduct pricing analysis, cost evaluations, benchmarking, and commercial assessments.
Identify opportunities to improve procurement efficiency, contract administration, and overall project delivery performance.


Skills, Knowledge and Expertise
5–10 years of experience
Experience supporting data center, or mission-critical projects
Strong knowledge of contract terms & conditions, procurement processes, and commercial management
Experience managing RFIs, RFQs, RFPs/RFx, bid evaluations, negotiations, change orders, submittals, and supplier contracts
Experience purchasing and expediting major equipment packages (generators, HVAC/air handling units, electrical/mechanical equipment, OFCI materials)
Ability to build and manage strong relationships with suppliers, contractors, and project stakeholders
Strong negotiation, communication, organizational, and time-management skills
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities and deadlines
Experience performing **price analysis, cost analysis, commercial evaluations, and benchmarking
Fluent in English s a plus
Experience with procurement, contract management, reporting, and commercial analysis tools
Construction experience strongly preferre
Paralegal or contract review experience is a plus
Experience supporting technology-driven or mission-critical clients is preferred