Senior Construction Project Manager
About The Position
The Senior Construction Project Manager is part of Equinix’s Global Design and Construction team, which delivers more than 70 projects globally each year and manages over $2 billion in capital expenditures. The role directs the day-to-day activities and operations of a team of Construction/Operation Project Managers, mentors junior team members, and makes tactical decisions to resolve project issues. It manages construction project costs, methods, and team selection to meet schedules and goals in a multifaceted environment. The position oversees data center construction projects from inception through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover of an operating facility. Projects may include ground-up construction, fit-outs, and remodels. The Project Manager may manage one or more projects and coordinate internal partners across Design, Procurement, Operations, Security, and IT/Network, as well as external contractors, design teams, commissioning agents, and equipment suppliers. The role promotes a safe, quality-first culture and ensures compliance with applicable codes, standards, and good construction practices. It also oversees internal controls and contract administration, including contracts, subcontracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and related documentation. The position is based in Dallas, Texas, and requires working in the office and/or on job sites at least three days each week. The targeted annual base pay range is $136,000–$204,000 USD. Employees are eligible for a bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position. The posting describes health, life, disability, and voluntary insurance plans; retirement plan contributions; accrued paid time off; paid holidays; and an Employee Assistance Program.
Requirements
- Typically 10 or more years of construction project management experience, including critical infrastructure in data center, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, or similar environments.
- Demonstrated understanding of MEP technology associated with mission-critical environments.
- Must be able to work in the office and/or on job sites in Dallas, Texas, at least three days each week.
- Customer-focused.
- Self-motivated and flexible.
- In-depth knowledge of relevant statutory regulations and industry best practices.
- Experience with construction procurement methodologies.
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent in engineering or construction project management, or equivalent experience.
Nice To Haves
- Proficiency with Microsoft Project or P6.
- Experience developing new data center projects.
- Experience leading an internal cross-functional team.
Responsibilities
- Manage multiple data center projects at various stages of the project life cycle.
- Lead by example on safety, standards, and culture.
- Manage and monitor project progress, quality, and compliance with building regulations.
- Ensure projects meet or exceed company expectations.
- Oversee project risk registers.
- Lead internal stakeholders in developing new data center projects from concept through business approval.
- Direct external project vendors, including general contractors, architecture and engineering design teams, commissioning agents, and equipment suppliers.
- Contribute to establishing and maintaining high-value vendor relationships.
- Support identification and development of training programs and cross-functional training.
- Manage contract administration procedures, including generation, review, and monitoring of prime contracts, subcontracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and other project documentation.
- Liaise with local authorities and relevant state agencies and departments.
- Direct internal and external project team members, including Design, Procurement, Operations, Commercial, and IT/Network support teams.
- Mentor junior team members as needed.
- Maintain best-in-class policies and procedures.
- Ensure project closure, handover, and lessons-learned processes are established and implemented.
- Manage project costs, methods, and project team selection to meet schedules and goals.
- Drive a safe, quality-first culture and ensure applicable codes, standards, and good construction practices are followed.
- Ensure internal controls are adhered to throughout project delivery.
Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program available to all employees.
- Health insurance plans for employees and eligible family members.
- Life insurance plans for employees and eligible family members.
- Disability insurance plans for employees and eligible family members.
- Voluntary insurance plans for employees and eligible family members.
- Retirement plan with potential contributions from the employee and Equinix.
- 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
Senior
