SeniorFull TimeEN
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Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.
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A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.Job Summary
This position sits within the Equinix Global Design and Construction team (over 250 no. people) who deliver over 70 no. projects globally per year (in excess $3Bn capex).
The Senior Project Manager role is vital for the prosperity of our projects. And will involve overseeing and managing various aspects of datacentre project cycle from:
Inception: Initial stages of the project, gaining stakeholder alignment, approval, and advance funding for design and preconstruction activities
Construction: Overseeing the completion of the design and preconstruction process, ensuring high levels of quality and safety are achieved
Testing & Acceptance: Plan and execute a rigorous testing program to ensure the facility functions as designed and meets the expectations of Operations and customers
Transition: Facilitate the hand-off of the project to site operations, ensuring all customer requirements are accommodated
Also directs day to day activities/operations of a team of Construction/Operation Project Managers. Mentor junior team members and making strong tactical decisions to resolve project issues. Manage Construction project costs, methods, and project team selection to meet project schedules and goals while working in a multi-faceted environment.
Overview
Responsible in all aspects of data centre design & construction for respective project from project inception, through design, procurement, construction, commissioning and hand-over of an operating facility, that could include ground up construction, fit-outs, remodels, etc.
The Senior Project Manager may be responsible for one or more projects and will direct all partners, internal (Design, Procurement, Operations, Security and IT/Network, as well as external vendors comprising Contractors, design teams, commissioning agents, equipment suppliers, etc.
Responsible for driving a safe, quality first culture, ensuring that all applicable codes, standards, and good construction practices are followed.
Ensuring that internal controls are adhered to at each step of the process through effective contract administration including generation, review, management, and monitoring of prime contracts, subcontracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and other pertinent documents and documentation.
Occasional travel may be required for project delivery, depending on project locations, which involves exposure to construction environments.
Responsibilities
Management
Provides guidance to Construction Project Managers who are driving the delivery to day-to-day Construction projects
Sets goals for immediate team members
Project Management
Manages one or more construction projects at a time
Leads by example on safety, standards, and culture
Manages and monitors project progress, quality and compliance with building regulations
Ensuring projects are meeting or exceeding company expectations
Overview and management of project risk registers
Vendor Relations
Directs external vendors per project comprising general contractors, design teams, commissioning agents, equipment suppliers etc.
Contributes to establishing and maintaining high value relationships
Training Programs
Supports in identifying and developing training programs
Supports cross-functional training
Contract Administration
Manages contract administration procedures including generation, review, and monitoring of prime contracts, subcontracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and other pertinent documents and documentation
Liaising with local authorities and relevant State agencies and departments
Leadership
Directs internal and external project team members including internal Design, Procurement, Operations, Commercial and IT/Network support teams
Mentors junior team members as needed
Policy & Procedure Development
Manages maintaining best in class policies and procedures
Manages project closure, handover and ensures lessons learnt processes are established and implemented.
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in construction, construction project management and /or engineering or with equivalent experience
Proven experience in project and construction management that will include critical Infrastructure for Datacentre, Pharmaceutical, Bio-tech or similar environments
Ability and willingness to travel
Customer focused, Self-motivated and flexible
In-depth knowledge of relevant statutory regulations and industry best practices
Experience in construction procurement methodologies
Experience in the adoption of off-site manufacturing methods in construction
Proficiency in MS Office, including MS Project, Excel, and Visio
English language is a must
In terms of behaviours and competencies, we value individuals who are agile, business-savvy, collaborative, decisive, and inclusive
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Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.
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