Senior Procurement Manager (Transmission & Utilities)

Due to continued growth in the transmission and utilities sector Turner & Townsend are seeking a Senior Procurement Manager (Transmission & Utilities) to lead strategic procurement initiatives across major infrastructure programs. This role will focus on high-value utility projects including power transmission distribution networks and energy infrastructure.

*Open to domestic relocation

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the development and execution of procurement strategies for large-scale utility and transmission projects.
• Provide expert guidance on procurement models tailored to regulated utility environments.
• Oversee the end-to-end procurement lifecycle including RFP development vendor evaluation contract negotiation and award.
• Collaborate with engineering construction and regulatory teams to ensure procurement aligns with technical and compliance requirements.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with utility clients regulatory bodies and key suppliers.
• Drive innovation in procurement practices including sustainability digital procurement tools and risk mitigation strategies.
• Mentor and lead a team of procurement professionals across multiple project sites.
• Ensure adherence to industry standards regulatory frameworks and internal governance.
• Bring expertise in EPC/EPCM delivery models for large-scale complex utility and transmission programs.
• SOX control responsibilities may be part of this role which are to be adhered to where applicable. 

Qualifications :

• Bachelors degree in supply chain engineering business or related field (Masters preferred).
• 10 years of procurement and/or project management experience in the utilities or infrastructure sector with a focus on transmission or energy projects.
• Deep understanding of FERC NERC and other regulatory frameworks impacting utility procurement.
• Proven leadership in managing complex multi-contract procurement programs (preferred).
• Strong commercial acumen and negotiation skills.
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication abilities.
• Demonstrated experience managing procurement in North American utility markets with familiarity in regional regulatory and commercial practices.
• Experience managing procurement programs in the Northeast U.S. with knowledge of regional utility regulations permitting processes and supply chain dynamics.

Additional Information :

The salary range for this full-time role is $200K-$220K per year. Ranges are determined by role and level and represent a good faith effort to provide a fair and equitable salary. This range is a reflection of base salary only not of a total compensation package. Please note Turner & Townsend reserves the right to pay more or less than the posted range depending on candidates experience and qualifications. 

*On-site presence and requirements may change depending on our clients needs*

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Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time