Director – Procurement Management (Transmission & Utilities)

About the position

Due to continued growth in the transmission and utilities sector, Turner & Townsend are seeking a Director – Procurement Management 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.

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.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain, engineering, business, or related field (Master’s 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.

Benefits

• Promote a healthy, productive and flexible working environment that respects work-life balance.