Senior Construction Project Manager

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A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Job Summary

The Senior Construction Project Manager is within the Global Design and Construction team (over 200 people) who deliver over 70 projects globally per year (in excess of $2B capex). Directs day to day job site activities and operations. Resolves 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 center construction for hyperscale projects from project inception, through design, procurement, construction, commissioning and hand-over of an operating facility, The Senior Construction Project Manager 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.

Responsibilities

Project Management

• Manages one or more hyperscale data center construction projects

• Lead by example on safety, standards, and culture

• Manage and monitor project progress, quality and compliance with building regulations

• Ensuring projects are meeting or exceeding company expectations

• Overview and management of project risk registers

• Leads internal stakeholders in the development of new data center projects from concept to business approval

• Coordinate with Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJ) as required

• Coordinate with local Utilities as required

Vendor Relations

• Directs external vendors per project comprising general contractors, A&E design teams, commissioning agents, equipment suppliers etc.

• Contributes to establishing and maintaining high value relationships

Training Programs

• Supports in identifying and developing training programs

• Supports cross-functional training

Contract Administration

• Manages contract administration procedures including generation, review, and monitoring of prime contracts, subcontracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and other pertinent documents and documentation

• Liaising with local authorities and relevant State agencies and departments

Leadership

• Directs internal and external project team members including internal Design, Procurement, Operations, Commercial and IT/Network support teams

• Manages maintaining best in class policies and procedures

• Manages project closure, handover and lessons learned processes are established and implemented

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering, construction project management and or  equivalent experience

• Typically 5+ years experience in mission critical construction project management that includes critical infrastructure for data center (Preferred), pharmaceutical, bio-tech or similar environments

• Demonstrated understanding of MEP technology associated with mission critical environments

• Demonstrated understanding of MEP commissioning associated with mission critical environments

• This position will not be a remote position and will be filled in the Atlanta metro area. Must be able to be at the Hampton, GA job site full-time Monday through Friday

• Customer focused

• Self-motivated and flexible

• In-depth knowledge of relevant statutory regulations and industry best practice

• Experienced in construction procurement methodologies

• Preferred: proficiency with Microsoft Project, BlueBeam, P6 schedules, Smartsheets; as well as experience developing new data center projects, experience leading an internal cross-functional team

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - Hampton Office ATO : 136,000 - 204,000 USD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program : An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.

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 .

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. 

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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.