Construction Project Manager - Data Center Germany

Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO&I) is the team behind the cloud.  Within CO&I, the Global Project Controls (GPC) team is responsible for delivering core datacenter infrastructure for Microsoft’s cloud business.

The Microsoft portfolio consists of complex, multi-disciplinary, large scale, multi-year datacenter construction and lease projects. We are looking for a passionate, high-energy individual to help build the cloud datacenters that power the world’s largest online services. 

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day. 

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

To help us achieve our objectives, growth, and transformation, we are looking for a Construction Project Manager for the Nordrhein-Westfalen Metro to work alongside the EPC in country to support with the construction project management of a new data centre construction project. The Construction Project Manager will support construction project management on the data centre alongside the Senior Construction Project manager to ensure the project meets Microsoft’s safety, quality, schedule, and cost targets. Being part of this team would give you an opportunity to be part of a rapidly growing business and enable regional impact.

This role is located in the Nordrhein-Westfalen region of Germany.

Relocation support may be provided, and successful candidates must relocate or reside within 50 miles of the specified location. 

This role is a site-based role and is not eligible for hybrid or remote work.

Responsibilities:

• Budget and Controls - Monitors the approved project budget and provides oversight for project controls (e.g., Project Expenditure Request (PERs), Professional Services Request (PSRs), Change Orders, Pay Applications, etc.).
• Change Management - Partners with the Internal Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I), and other Microsoft key stakeholders (e.g., Commercial Software Engineering [CSE] and Real Estate & Facilities [RE&F], etc.) and shares updated process flow information with the project team to ensure new processes are being followed that increase cost savings and improve overall cycle-time and efficiencies.
• Coordination - Attends and advises during scheduled owner/architect/contractor and other project meetings, advocating for safe and secure security-first mindset during project planning. Coordinates meetings and activities of vendors and cost managers, and attends scheduled owner/architect/contractor and other project meetings.
• Drives Results - Facilitates the delivery of local projects (e.g., new construction, infrastructure improvements) by making timely data-based decisions in partnership with local project teams and stakeholders. Champions team and project goals, adhering to business processes, engaging vendor relationships when/where applicable, and fostering cross-group collaboration efforts aligned to the project strategy, milestone delivery, and core values and priorities (Safety, Security, Quality, Schedule, Cost).
• Financial Acumen - Applies best practices to identify and incorporate cost-effective solutions to meet project delivery at each site location. Applies influence, strategies, and negotiation skills to identify options and recommend solutions.
• Goal Alignment - Collaborates with internal teams (e.g., Engineering, Operations, Center for International Social Science Research [CISSR], Commercial Software Engineering [CSE], Legal, Project Controls, etc.) to maintain the corporate vision and goals for the project.
• Managing Resources - Confirms the scoped resources (e.g., people, materials, equipment) are available for the job. Partners with senior construction staff to procure additional materials as needed.
• Project Management - Drives data center construction/integration activities on local/campus projects (e.g., new or retrofit data center facilities) and provides key input on all data center fit-out related activities, leveraging experiences and technical knowledge to ensure sound and data-driven decisions, as well as prioritization of security in documentation, design, and/or execution.
• Project Tracking - Provides specific project data supporting cost and key performance indicator (KPI) metrics, invoices, processes, and policies in order to communicate status to client partners. Reports on project progress regarding scope, schedule, standards, and budget.
• Risk Mitigation - Reviews and assists with developing risk mitigation activities and communicating metrics, dashboards and/or scorecards to track and drive progress. Analyzes safety and security metrics and communicates results to leadership to drive action and accountability.
• Safety and Regulation - Represents Microsoft as a safety leader and advocate onsite ensuring adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., Occupational Safety and Health Administration [OSHA], or equivalent) to ensure compliance and aggressive management of risk. Conducts routine safety program, security, project, and contractor audits, and performs and participates in incident investigations.
• Technical Acumen - Reviews engineering documentation/designs, site, and building plans by examining and analyzing technical information. Identifies potential risks/gaps and recommendations to teammates and/or other internal partners, ensuring solutions adhere to security core priorities and guidelines.
• Vendor Management - Assists with the monitoring of vendor and/or contractor performance, ensuring compliance with security policies, non-disclosure agreements, contracts, and prior audit results. Reviews vendor performance relative to cash flow and budget summaries (with the cost management team) and clarifies those reports in presentations to the delivery and executive teams.
• Vendor Selection - Assists with preparing Request for Proposal (RFPs), Project Expenditure Requests (PERs), and other project approval tools and templates.

Required/minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND extensive related construction, engineering or project management experience OR equivalent experience.

While not required, we also look for the following Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND extensive related experience OR equivalent experience.
• Extensive experience working on data center projects.

• B1 or higher German language proficiency.

Background Check Requirements: 

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: 

• Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

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Construction Project Management IC5 - The typical base pay range for this role across Germany is € 92,800.00 - € 176,200.00 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation.

Find additional benefits and pay information here:
https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/corporate-pay/germany-corporate-pay.html

This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.