Microsoft Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) is the team behind the cloud. CO+I is responsible for delivering over 200 Microsoft web portals, Live and Online Services around the world including infrastructure, security and compliance, operations, globalization, and manageability. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering a trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide. We are looking for an individual to help build the network that powers the world’s largest online services.
Currently the CO+I Datacenter Construction & Delivery (DCD) team is seeking an individual to lead the OpenAI (OAI) datacenter Integration & Technical Infrastructure Management (ITIM) Team in the AMERS region. This person will be leading a diverse and high performing team that is responsible for the delivery of our OAI datacenter colo fit-out (telecom, electrical, and mechanical support systems) as well as system integration activities for all Microsoft owned and leased datacenter facilities.
The AMERS – Open AI Regional ITIM Lead will be responsible for managing the overall regional program delivery, ensuring alignment with both organizational and business priorities and commitments with a focused emphasis on delivering capacity Safely, Ethically, Reliably, and Predictably.
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.
Responsibilities:
- Create a diverse and inclusive team environment that fosters and supports innovation, learning, and collaboration aligning with Microsoft values and culture.
- In cooperation with the Data Center Intergration (DCI) Global Senior Director and other Regional Construction Leaders this position aligns Global, regional and metro level delivery strategies to local team objectives, business processes, vendor management strategies, and cross-group collaboration efforts.
- Provide thoughtful leadership and direction, ensuring the highest performance and quality within our AMERS delivery program.
- Support, grow and develop a team of ITIM professionals including identification and management of vendor and Full Time Employee resourcing needs in region. Hire, on-board, manage and develop diverse talent across the Region in line with demand and workload needs.
- Establish, manage, and measure against all regional commitments and performance targets (Safety, Quality, Schedule, & Cost).
- Define regional metrics that ensure everyone is working towards the same goals and commitments as well as promotes success criteria, learning, and growth opportunities for all team members.
- Ensure that all team members understand objectives and work together to achieve regional and project level goals/commitments.
- Coordinate closely with regional program stakeholders and datacenter operations teams to foster alignment and partnerships for business continuity and overall team success.
- Assist and communicate accordingly with leadership team and Senior Leadership Team any regional program delivery challenges or issues.
Qualifications:
Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, Electrical Engineering or related field AND 10+ years of related experience
- OR equivalent experience.
- 10+ years experience in telecom infrastructure deployment and/or construction related project management.
- Client and/or Contractor side onsite Datacenter construction or management experience.
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 every two years thereafter.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Registered Communications Distribution Designers (RCDD) or equivalent technical accreditation preferred.
- Cross-group collaborator and influencer across teams and organizations with proven success in participating in cross-functional teams to deliver on key projects.
- Must be able to work within a dynamic team of full-time employees and consultants.
- Self-starter with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, and deadlines simultaneously.
- Experience managing large scale enterprise projects with both localized and virtual teams.
Construction Project Management M6 – The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $124,800 – $266,800 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $159,000 – $292,200 per year.
Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay
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