Integration & Technical Infrastructure Program Manager (ITIM) - CTJ - Poly

Microsoft•Denver, CO

7d•$119,800 - $234,700

About The Position

Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) division operates Microsoft’s cloud, while Datacenter Construction Delivery (DCD) builds data center capacity. The Datacenter Integration Integration & Technical Infrastructure Program Manager (DCI-ITIM) works at the intersection of construction and connectivity to support growth of Microsoft’s U.S. Government Airgap Cloud (AGC). This role leads the planning, coordination, and delivery of technical infrastructure integration activities for complex data center construction and lease projects, from project initiation through operational readiness and beyond. The successful candidate coordinates installation and readiness of Microsoft-owned systems, services, and supporting infrastructure needed to prepare new data center facilities for operational use. The work spans low-voltage, connectivity, security, critical-environment, network, and operational-technology systems. The manager oversees project scope, schedules, risks, dependencies, milestones, budgets, and resources, aligning internal teams with construction partners, property owners, service providers, consultants, and equipment vendors. The role also supports design reviews, procurement, installation, testing, commissioning/readiness, vendor management, documentation, reporting, compliance, and continuous improvement. Candidates must hold an active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance with SCI access based on an SSBI with Polygraph, meet applicable Microsoft, customer, and government screening requirements, and verify U.S. citizenship. The role also requires passing the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire or transfer and every two years thereafter.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree and at least 4 years of experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development, or equivalent experience.
At least 2 years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
Active U.S. Government Top Secret clearance with access to Sensitive Compartmented Information (SCI), based on a Single Scope Background Investigation (SSBI) with Polygraph.
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements before offer and after hire.
Successful verification of the stated security clearance; clearance verification information must be provided before an employment offer.
Ability to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire or transfer and every two years thereafter.
U.S. citizenship, subject to verification using a valid passport, other approved documents, or verified U.S. government clearance.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years of experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development, or equivalent experience.
At least 6 years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
At least 1 year of experience reading and/or writing code, such as for sample documentation or product demos.
At least 3 years of experience working on secure facility construction or operations.
Project Management Professional (PMP) certification or equivalent project management certification.
BICSI Registered Communications Distribution Designer (RCDD) certification or equivalent telecommunications industry certification.
Experience with telecommunications infrastructure design, installation, commissioning, operations, or technical infrastructure integration projects.

Responsibilities

Promote safe work practices and collaboration across project stakeholders.
Coordinate technical infrastructure activities with construction teams, property owners, vendors, consultants, and internal stakeholders.
Manage project scope, schedules, risks, dependencies, and milestones for technical infrastructure integration.
Support design reviews and collaborate with engineering teams and subject matter experts to improve outcomes and ensure alignment with project requirements.
Coordinate procurement, delivery, installation, testing, and readiness of technical infrastructure systems and equipment.
Facilitate deployment and readiness of network, security, and operational technology systems required for facility operations.
Align execution strategies across multiple sites and stakeholders to improve consistency, efficiency, and delivery performance.
Identify and manage cross-functional dependencies among construction, engineering, operations, and technical teams.
Develop and maintain project management processes, tools, and reporting mechanisms.
Identify opportunities to improve cost effectiveness, schedule performance, quality, and operational readiness.
Manage selection, onboarding, coordination, and performance of external vendors and service providers.
Capture lessons learned and identify improvements for future project delivery.
Facilitate stakeholder decision-making and change management as project requirements evolve.
Use problem-solving, influence, and negotiation skills to resolve challenges and drive project outcomes.
Communicate project status, risks, milestones, and key performance indicators to stakeholders.
Coordinate meetings, workshops, and project reviews to support alignment across internal teams and external partners.
Develop and maintain project documentation, reports, schedules, and action plans.
Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing among stakeholder groups and remove barriers to project execution.
Develop, manage, and report project scope, schedule, budget, and resource requirements.
Review vendor proposals, scopes of work, project deliverables, and supporting documentation.
Support procurement, contract administration, and vendor management processes.
Review project invoices and validate progress against agreed deliverables and milestones.
Monitor project compliance requirements and support audit readiness as needed.
Track project performance and implement corrective actions to address identified risks or issues.
Embody Microsoft’s culture and values.