Lease Integration and Technical Infrastructure Manager

Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO+I) is the business unit responsible for operating Microsoft'scloudand the Datacenter Construction Delivery (DCD) teamis responsible forconstructing datacenter capacity. We have a portfolio of complex, multi-disciplinary, multi-million, multi-year datacenter construction and lease projects underway. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and deliveringa trustedexperience to customers and partners worldwide. We are looking for an individual to help build the network that powers the world's largest online services.

The role of the Data Center Integration and Technical Infrastructure Manager (ITIM) requires strong interpersonal,communicationand organizational skills. We are seeking a Program Manager with the ability to self-direct and who has a strong background in Data Center Construction & Fit-out projects, with an emphasis on passive telecom infrastructure/construction management.

The DCITIMis responsible forthe program management of all integration and technical infrastructure fit-out activities associated with MSFT owned system and/or services and critical infrastructure thatis required tobe installed into new data center builds or lease facilities to deliver capacity to the business in the Northern Virginia metro. The role requires the identification and management of scopes and interdependencies between all external and internal stakeholders and coordinatingsamewith the physical construction build and general contractor.The DCITIMis responsible forcoordinating the handover process and ensuring the required handover documentation and expectations are met tohandoverthe space to our Operations teams and the business.

DC ITIMis responsible forproducing and managing project plans and executing major milestones (Early Access, Ready Network Install, Corpnet Live, Security CX Complete, Fit Out Complete, Lockdown, Colo Ready) and for the financial approval and management function.

This position will be based inAtlanta, Georgia,and will have responsibility of leading DCI scope of work for multipleBuildprojects across theAtlantametro.

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positivelyimpactour culture every day.

Responsibilities

• Be a relentless advocate for managing a safe worksite, supporting the implementation of the Microsoft High Risk Activity (HRA) program and work with our Construction PM and landlord groups to deliver trade collaboration methods to improve safe working and co-ordination of the job sites.

• Responsible for coordinating internal Microsoft scope and resource efforts, requirements, and schedules with those of the landlord, Owned Vendors and Suppliers to ensure a smooth and timely handover of the fitted out Data Centre facility and capacity to the Microsoft Operations team and Business Groups.

• Coordinate with the Data Center Engineering (DCE) team and supporting specialty consultants to review, improve and execute the design.

• Responsible for the coordination of the telecom materials procurement, telecoms installation, Security systems installation, FFE procurement and installation

• Coordination of the design, procurement, installation and turn up of the facility Corporate Network

• In cooperation with the ConstructionLeadthis position aligns metro wide delivery strategies to local teamobjectives, business processes, vendor management strategies, and cross-group collaboration efforts.

• Align with the Construction PM to agree delivery strategies across multi sites and manage a continuous improvement program that will result in a lean project delivery approach.

• Be the responsible identifying and managing stakeholder dependencies and construction deliverables and handoffs for/with Microsoft Security (DCPS), Microsoft IT (CSE), DCI NE, Networking and Integrated services.

• Work alongside the DCD Construction manager and report into the Regional ITIM team leader and is responsible for the delivery of Integration and Technical Infrastructure scope and deliverables for the US-West Region.

• Create and/ormaintainbest practices toidentifyand incorporate cost-effective solutions in line with evolving build program specification requirements and report on KPIs for the same.

• Manage the selection, contracting, and integration of multiple vendors and internal partners.

• Drive deployment of solutions that can be socialized globally across DCDbuildprojects.

• Facilitate client/sponsor decision-making to drive solutions, schedules, and manage change asrequired.

• Apply influence,strategiesand negotiation skills toidentifyoptions and recommend solutions.

• Regularly reviews cost and KPI metrics, invoices, process/policy communications to client partners.

• Coordinate meetings and activities of vendors, cost managers, and integration of lessons learned in support of the Construction PM.

• Attend scheduled Integration meeting and other projectmeetings, andreportas necessary.

• Report Project Progress on scope, schedule, and budget in relation to the Integration scope and packages asrequired.

• Provide weekly project status reporting to Data Center Execution standards.

• Challenge and remove barriers by working with others around a shared need or customer benefit.

• Ability tomaintaina broader perspective,identifyand evaluate opportunities to enhance the business through cross-group collaboration.

• Incorporate diverse perspectives to thoroughly address complex business issues.

• Responsible for developing, managing, and reporting on scope, schedule, and budget in relation to the Integration and technical fit-out scope and packages.

• Work independently in support of the Data Center Development Project.

• Track lessons learned andidentifyand execute on cost downsite upopportunities.

• Provide Vendor oversight and performance management, asrequired.

• Support Preparation of Request for Proposal (RFP's), PER's, and other project approval tools & templates.

• Review and approval of vendor scope of work and design review of site and building plans, asrequired.

• Validate vendor pay-application and invoice review and approval in line with milestone payment schedules.

• Manage compliance with prior audit results and recommendations.
• Embody ourcultureandvalues.

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years related experience OR equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years related experience OR equivalent experience.

7+years experienceworking on data center projects.

PMI (Project Management Institute) - PMP (Project Management Professional) certification highly desired

BICSI RCDD or similar Telecommunications Design/Installation Experience preferred.

Experience managing large scale data center projects with both localized and virtual teams.

Client or Contractor side Datacenter construction or management experience.

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