Senior Manager, Construction Project Management

Senior Manager, Construction 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 consecutive quarterly 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.  A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment. that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success. *As of Quarter 4 2022Job SummaryThis position is within the Global Design and Construction team (over 200no. people) who deliver over 70no. projects globally per year (in excess of $2B capex).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. 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 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.ResponsibilitiesManagementProvides guidance to Construction/Operations Project Managers who are driving the delivery to day-to-day Construction/Operations projects       Sets goals for immediate team membersProject ManagementManages one or more smaller projects or single larger construction projectLead by example on safety, standards, and cultureManage and monitor project progress, quality and compliance with building regulations.Ensuring projects are meeting or exceeding company expectationsOverview and management of project risk registersVendor RelationsDirects external vendors per project comprising general contractors, A&E design teams, commissioning agents, equipment suppliers etcContributes to establishing and maintaining high value relationshipsTraining ProgramsSupports in identifying and developing training programsSupports cross-functional trainingContract AdministrationManages contract administration procedures including generation, review, and monitoring of prime contracts, subcontracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and other pertinent documents and documentationLiaising with local authorities and relevant State agencies and departmentsLeadershipDirects internal and external project team members including internal Design, Procurement, Operations, Commercial and IT/Network support teamsMentors junior team members as neededPolicy & Procedure DevelopmentManages maintaining best in class policies and proceduresManages project closure, handover and lessons learnt processes are established and implementedQualificationsBachelor's degree or equivalent in construction, construction project management and /or Services engineering or with equivalent experienceExtensive experience in project and construction management that will include critical Infrastructure for Datacentre, Pharmaceutical, Bio-tech or similar environmentsAbility and willingness to travelProven experience of project management in a construction environmentCustomer focusSelf-motivated and flexibleIn-depth knowledge of relevant statutory regulations and industry best practiceExperienced in Construction procurement methodologiesIdeally fluent in German and with strong business capabilities in EnglishMS Office including MS Project, Excel and Visio skillsEquinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you need assistance in applying for an open position, you may send an email to Staffing@equinix.com. Please provide your contact information and let us know how we can assist you.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.