Datacenter Delivery Metro Lead (Phoenix)

Job ID: 200044232Posted: 2026-07-22Location: United States, Arizona, PhoenixSalary: USD $130,900 - $277,200 per yearEmployment type: Full-TimeWork site: Fully on-siteRole type: People ManagerTravel: Less than 25%Profession: Real Estate, Facilities, & ConstructionDiscipline: Construction Project ManagementCompany: MicrosoftOverviewMicrosoft 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 trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide. We are looking for a passionate individual to help build the network that powers the world’s largest online services.   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.   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. ResponsibilitiesOversees the team's deployment of large-scale, campus, and/or regionally-based delivery solutions while also socializing with regional and global leaders.Analyzes and recommends innovative delivery options utilizing best practices and trends, supports the development and implementation of all organizational procedures and standards, and ensures they are followed by all team members and vendors.Influences and provides direction and coaching to internal and external partners to facilitate and accomplish complex, critical issues that may significantly impact global construction projects.Reviews and provides feedback to the team regarding resource procurement, allocation, and inventory. Leads the team's accountability for on-schedule delivery of multiple projects by ensuring project progress reports including scope, schedule, and budget are provided.Leads and drives coordination for meetings and activities with vendors, cost managers, and/or owner/architect/contractors.Engages, advises, and collaborates with other internal teams.Manages and advocates for safe worksites by adhering to organizational and industry procedures.Establishes, reviews, approves, and communicates risk mitigation goals and develops metrics, dashboards and/or scorecards to drive progress.Directs and oversees the management of vendors, ensuring compliance with contracts and prior audit results.In addition, this role has people management responsibilities including driving employee growth and development, executing projects, and managing performance.QualificationsRequired/minimum qualificationsBachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND 12+ years related experience OR equivalent 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 upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.Additional or preferred qualificationsBachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND 15+ years related experience OR equivalent experience.15+ years experience working on data center projects.10+ years project management experience.10+ years people management experience.#COICareers | #EPCCareers | #DCDCareers Construction Project Management M6 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $130,900 - $277,200 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 $165,600 - $303,600 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: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. 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