Site Logistics Engineer

Microsoft•Indianapolis, IN

4d•$97,600 - $188,400•Onsite

About The Position

The Site Logistics Engineer supports safe, efficient, and timely delivery of data center construction projects through site logistics planning, coordination, and execution. The role helps organize materials, equipment, workforce movement, and site access in alignment with project schedules and safety standards. Working with Construction Managers, Project Managers, contractors, vendors, and cross-functional stakeholders, the position supports daily site logistics, tracks progress, and identifies and communicates coordination issues that may affect delivery. The position is based in La Porte, Indiana, and selected candidates are expected to relocate and live within 50 miles of the work location; relocation assistance is provided. The role supports logistics planning and field coordination; tracks deliveries, schedules, site readiness, and construction milestones; and promotes safety, security, and site compliance. It also maintains logistics documentation and SharePoint repositories, prepares status updates and meeting materials, tracks action items, project information, and contractor deliverables, and supports reporting and quality and field verification activities. The employee will develop foundational knowledge of construction processes, data center delivery, construction documents, sequencing, permitting, and trade coordination. Digital platforms and AI-assisted tools, including Microsoft Copilot, may be used to improve coordination, reporting, and workflows. Required qualifications include a bachelor’s degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field and 5+ years of related experience, or equivalent experience. The posting lists additional preferred qualifications, including a related bachelor’s degree and 8+ years of related experience or equivalent experience, and 7+ years of data center project experience. Applicants must be able to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements, including the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire or transfer and every two years thereafter.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field and 5+ years of related experience, or equivalent experience.
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer, and/or government security screening requirements, including the Microsoft Cloud Background Check upon hire or transfer and every two years thereafter.
Ability to independently manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines in a complex, fast-paced environment.
Experience delivering large-scale infrastructure, construction, technology, or enterprise projects involving co-located and geographically distributed teams.
Ability to build alignment, foster collaboration, and work effectively across diverse teams, organizations, and stakeholder groups.
Experience working with employees, consultants, contractors, vendors, and external partners to achieve project objectives.
Strong organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and commitment to high-quality work.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical audiences.
Ability to adapt to changing priorities, navigate ambiguity, and drive results in a dynamic environment.
Experience using project management methodologies, tools, and reporting mechanisms to support planning, execution, and governance.
Commitment to Microsoft values, including integrity, accountability, safety, security, and compliance.
Curiosity and willingness to explore tools and technologies, including AI and digital solutions, to improve project delivery.
Strong ownership mindset and initiative in supporting project teams and continuous improvement.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or a related field and 8+ years of related experience, or equivalent experience.
7+ years of experience working on data center projects.
Familiarity with construction management tools or platforms such as Procore, BIM/Navisworks, or scheduling tools.
Exposure to project documentation processes such as RFIs, submittals, inspections, or coordination workflows.
Experience supporting reporting, data tracking, or coordination of project-related information.
Interest in applying digital tools, including Microsoft Copilot, to improve project coordination, reporting, and workflows.
OSHA 10 certification or equivalent safety training, or willingness to obtain it.
Growth mindset and strong desire to learn and develop in a construction engineering or project delivery environment.
Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, cross-functional team and build strong relationships with diverse stakeholders.
Problem-solving mindset, including ability to identify issues, ask questions, and support resolution through coordination and follow-through.
Accountability and attention to detail in managing assigned tasks and supporting team objectives.
Proactive approach to supporting team needs and identifying opportunities to improve coordination and efficiency.
Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt to changing project conditions in a dynamic construction environment.

Responsibilities

Support coordination of material deliveries, equipment staging, workforce access, and traffic flow.
Assist with maintaining site logistics plans, laydown areas, and access routes in alignment with site requirements.
Coordinate with contractors and vendors to align delivery activities with site readiness and construction sequencing.
Support development and improvement of project coordination tools and workflows using Microsoft Copilot and digital platforms.
Identify opportunities to improve reporting, documentation, and coordination processes using AI-assisted tools.
Track logistics activities against project schedules and highlight potential conflicts, constraints, or coordination gaps.
Assist with delivery scheduling and site access coordination to support construction sequencing.
Collect and organize logistics and field data for planning, tracking, and reporting.
Participate in field coordination activities to align site conditions with planned work.
Promote awareness of site safety policies, physical security requirements, and access protocols.
Observe and communicate potential safety or security concerns, including access, badging, and restricted-area issues.
Participate in site walkthroughs and observe logistics-related risks such as congestion, delivery conflicts, and access-route concerns.
Communicate observations and escalate concerns to appropriate project stakeholders.
Coordinate day-to-day logistics with general contractors, subcontractors, and internal Microsoft teams.
Identify and communicate logistics issues or conflicts to support timely resolution.
Help align logistics plans with field conditions and contractor execution activities.
Track contractor deliverables and coordination items.
Track project issues, changes, and coordination impacts to support team visibility and alignment.
Support quality and field verification by tracking inspections, observations, and completion of work against project requirements.
Maintain logistics and coordination documentation, including delivery logs, access plans, and trackers.
Prepare status updates on site logistics, material flow, and coordination activities.
Track action items and follow up on logistics-related tasks.
Track key deliverables and construction milestones for site readiness and turnover-related activities.
Identify and communicate gaps or risks that may affect readiness for turnover and handover to operations.
Track quantities, progress, and basic project metrics for coordination and reporting.
Support coordination across trade partners by identifying and communicating interface points, constraints, and coordination needs between scopes of work.
Observe field coordination challenges, communicate issues, and track follow-ups with project teams.
Maintain project SharePoint sites and document repositories for consistent organization, accessibility, and alignment with team standards.
Help ensure project documentation is current, properly stored, and accessible to stakeholders.
Assist DCD Construction Managers and Directors with presentations, reporting materials, and meeting documentation, including slide decks, meeting minutes, and coordination updates.
Organize project data for reporting visuals, progress summaries, and basic metrics tracking.
Support tracking and coordination of RFIs, submittals, and field inquiries to align design and construction.
Develop familiarity with construction management tools and platforms, including document control systems, project tracking tools, and field coordination technologies.
Build knowledge of construction processes, site operations, data center delivery practices, and Microsoft DCD standards, tools, and processes.
Develop working knowledge of construction documents, including drawings, specifications, schedules, and contracts, through project coordination and field activities.
Develop understanding of construction means and methods, sequencing, and phasing by observing field work and supporting coordination.
Develop awareness of permitting and regulatory requirements by supporting documentation coordination and tracking approvals or compliance activities.
Seek opportunities to improve logistics coordination practices and site efficiency.