Director, Construction Project Management (data centers)
About The Position
The Director, Construction Project Management is part of Equinix’s Global Design and Construction team, which has over 200 people and delivers more than 70 projects globally each year, representing over $2 billion in capital expenditures. The Director plans and directs operations and the strategic direction of a high-performing team of Construction Project Managers, contributes to best-in-class policies and procedures, and establishes and maintains supply chain relationships. The role manages construction project costs, methods, and team selection to meet schedules and goals in a multifaceted environment. The position leads regional data center construction programs and teams across multiple projects, collaborating with internal stakeholders, customers, and external vendors. It provides project leadership for ground-up construction, remodels, and renovations, and leads contract administration, training, and the development and maintenance of policies and procedures. Travel throughout the Western United States is approximately 30% of the time.
Requirements
- Extensive construction and project management experience, typically 15 or more years.
- Demonstrated understanding of MEP technology associated with mission-critical environments.
- Background in leading teams and developing professionals.
- Proven project management experience in a critical facility construction environment.
- Strong stakeholder management, collaboration, and vendor management skills.
- Self-motivated and flexible.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant statutory regulations and industry best practices.
- Experience with construction procurement methodologies.
- Skills in MS Office, including MS Project, Excel, and Visio.
- Ability and willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time throughout the Western United States.
Nice To Haves
- Strongly preferred: data center construction and project management experience.
- A bachelor's degree in a related field of engineering, construction management, or architecture is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, recruit, and develop staff across multiple data center construction projects; mentor junior team members.
- Lead and manage large regional data center construction programs, working with internal and customer design, procurement, operations, and IT/network support teams.
- Provide guidance and project leadership for ground-up construction, remodels, and renovations, ensuring projects meet or exceed company expectations.
- Direct multiple external vendors.
- Lead in establishing and maintaining high-value relationships.
- Identify and develop training programs and lead cross-functional training.
- Develop and execute effective contract administration procedures, including generating, reviewing, and monitoring prime contracts, subcontracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and related documentation.
- Create and maintain best-in-class policies and procedures.
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Voluntary insurance plans
- Retirement plan with employee and employer contributions
- Accrued paid time off
- Paid holidays
- Bonus eligibility
- Equity may be offered depending on the position
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Director
