Senior Construction Project Manager (data centers)
Atlanta, GA, United States
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Senior Construction Project Manager (data centers)
Job Summary
The Senior Construction Project Manager is within the Global Design and Construction team (over 200 people) who deliver over 70 projects globally per year (in excess of $2B capex) supporting ground up construction of a new data center campus in Hampton GA. Directs day to day activities and operations of a large team of Construction/Operation Project Managers. Mentors junior team members and makes strong tactical decisions to resolve project issues. Manages 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 center 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 Project Manager may be responsible for one or more smaller projects or a single, extensive project 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.
Responsibilities
Management
Provides guidance to Construction/Operations Project Managers who are driving the delivery to day-to-day Construction/Operations projects
Sets goals for immediate team members
Project Management Manages multiple smaller projects or single larger construction project
Lead by example on safety, standards, and culture
Manage and monitor 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, A&E 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 lessons learnt processes are established and implemented
Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent in construction, construction project management and /or Services engineering or with equivalent experience
10+ years experience in construction project management that will include critical Infrastructure for Datacenter, Pharmaceutical, Bio-tech or similar environments
Ability to be on site at Hampton GA job site
Customer focus
Self-motivated and flexible
In-depth knowledge of relevant statutory regulations and industry best practice
Experienced in Construction procurement methodologies
MS Office including MS Project, Excel and Visio skills
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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.