Senior Manager, Project Management

Senior Manager, Project ManagementEquinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating 240+ data centers across the globe and providing interconnections to all the key clouds and networks. Businesses need one place to simplify and bring together fragmented, complex infrastructure that spans private and public cloud environments. Our global platform allows customers to place infrastructure wherever they need it and connect it to everything they need to succeed.We are a fast-growing global company with 20 years of continuous growth. Through our innovative portfolio of high-performance products and services, we have created the largest, most active global ecosystem of 10,000+ companies, including 2,100 networks and 3,000+ cloud and IT service providers in 32 countries spanning six continents.  Job SummaryManages and leads the team and is responsible for the company's comprehensive programs. Is responsible for planning standards reviews.ResponsibilitiesPeople ManagementProvides management and leadership across the team to ensure the team's growth aligns with business needs. Sets goals for immediate team members.PlanningEnsures planning standards are reviewed and improved at regular intervalsAnticipates areas for continuous improvement and lessons learned and leads the team on closing gapsIs responsible for the strategy of the department and growth plansStakeholder ManagementWhere required, will advise the team on stakeholder managementSeeks opportunities to build effective stakeholder relationships on behalf of the teamEncourages feedback and develops stakeholder knowledge of the function and manages expectationsCommunicationsIs responsible for a team that has multiple and broad communication responsibilitiesChallenges the team and others to find a balance between effective communications whilst pragmatic with volume, frequency and/or contentRisk ManagementIs the highest-level escalation point within the team for complex issuesChallenges the team to ensure lateral thinking and information is fully analysed to achieve resolutionMay refer and escalate outside of the immediate team where necessaryProject/ Program DeliveryLeads the team and is responsible for the delivery of company-wide strategic programsCommercial ManagementPreparation and management of Capex budgetsGovernance and change managementFinancial reportingResource Management (People, finances, etc,)Ensures KPI's are in place for the team which are appropriate for the needs of the function and its stakeholdersAccountable for resource planning (people, finances etc.) across the teamProject and Program Management FrameworksEffectively communicates project management methodology and its application to customer solutionsEMEA Business Operations PMO rolesEnsures through objectives the implementation of the Regional PMO center of excellence concepts, standards, processes, training and tools, assessments and continual improvement of the PPPM maturity modelWhy should you apply?Competitive salary & Bonus25 days holiday plus bank holidays, with the opportunity to purchase more (pro rata for shift positions)Insurance and Health: Life Assurance, Income Protection, Critical Illness Insurance, Private Healthcare, Eye Care Coverage, and Gymflex MembershipInvestment: Employee Stock Purchase Plan and Company Pension PlanTravel: Cycle to Work Scheme and Annual Season Ticket LoanExcellent growth and advancement opportunitiesData show that many applicants apply for a job when they have 100% of what is required. We encourage people to bring their different experiences and background to work. If you are interested in working for Equinix and have found a role that challenges you, please don’t let your reservations hold you back!Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.