Principal Construction Manager

Microsoft • Mt Pleasant, WI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Microsoft Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) is the team behind the cloud. CO+I is responsible for delivering over 200 Microsoft web portals, Live and Online Services around the world including infrastructure, security and compliance, operations, globalization, and manageability. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide. We are looking for a passionate individual to help build the network that powers the world’s largest online services.
Within CO+I, Datacenter Construction Delivery (DCD) is responsible for delivering datacenter capacity for Microsoft’s cloud business meeting all safety, quality, sustainability, schedule, and budget requirements. The Principal Construction Manager provides critical leadership, ownership and accountability for the team's deployment and delivery of large-scale, campus and/or regionally based delivery solutions to predictably deliver Datacenter capacity.
You will oversee project execution across multiple sites, manage vendor relationships, and drive risk mitigation strategies through metrics and dashboards. The position requires effective leadership to influence internal and external partners, maintain compliance, and ensure on-time delivery of complex global construction projects. Additionally, you’ll manage a high-performing team, fostering growth and accountability while promoting safety and operational excellence.
This role is located in Mount Pleasant, Wisconsin. Relocation support will be provided, and successful candidates should relocate and reside within 50 miles.
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees, we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND 12+ years related experience OR equivalent experience.
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND 15+ years related experience OR equivalent experience
• 15+ years experience working on data center projects.
• 10+ years project management experience.

Responsibilities

• Project & Financial Management: Owns end-to-end‑ project scope, schedule, and budget while implementing strong project controls (PERs, PSRs, change orders, pay apps) to ensure cost, quality, and delivery discipline.
• Strategic Delivery & Results: Drives execution of complex, large‑scale construction initiatives by influencing internal and external partners to meet milestones and uphold core priorities (Safety, Security, Quality, Schedule, Cost).
• Cross Functional‑ & Vendor Coordination: Leads coordination across vendors, architects, contractors, and internal stakeholders, integrating lessons learned and maintaining a security first‑ mindset throughout planning and delivery.
• Risk, Safety & Compliance Leadership: Establishes risk mitigation strategies, metrics, and dashboards; champions safe worksites; ensures compliance with regulatory, security, and audit requirements; and shares best practices and lessons learned.
• Technical & Operational Excellence: Applies technical expertise and best practices to recommend innovative delivery solutions and ensures adherence to organizational standards, procedures, and security guidelines.
• Resource & Vendor Management: Oversees vendor selection, RFPs, scopes of work, performance, and compliance while managing resource procurement, allocation, inventory, and cost efficiency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Principal