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The Data Center Sub-regional lead will oversee the operational activities of the Australia & New Zealand Sub-Regional team and vendors with the APAC Regional Director on Lease Construction & Integration objectives and key results. This includes the oversight of lease and build contracting, design, execution, procurement and installation activities with safety at the forefront of mind. He/She will manage both internal and external stakeholders on the program alignment, while focusing on safety, cost, schedule and quality in all aspects of the DC execution lifecycle.
Job Responsibility:
Lead the execution of all ANZ datacentre build and lease projects, ensuring predictable delivery of RFS, RNI, and commissioning milestones
Drive strategic alignment with APAC leadership on capacity planning, portfolio priorities, delivery risks, and long-range forecasting
Oversee simultaneous delivery of high-MW, high-complexity projects—including accelerated AI builds, Class A new builds, and IFO lease facilities
Provide technical direction across design, telco integration, commissioning (Cx), network readiness, procurement sequencing, and construction execution
Ensure adherence to global DCBM processes, SOPs, Division 1 specifications, and Lease FDR/SOS standards
Resolve critical path dependencies across telecoms, security, fibre delivery, CorpNet/ZTN, and commissioning teams
Serve as the primary interface with Lessors, AEs, GCs, commissioning partners, and Microsoft cross-functional teams
Lead escalations with external stakeholders related to design acceleration, NRC/PO cycles, schedule risk, and compliance
Lead, coach, and develop ITIMs, LCMs, and vendor personnel across ANZ metros
Oversee budget planning, monthly Cap Council submissions, and long-range forecasting for ANZ projects
Champion Microsoft’s safety culture and ensure all projects adhere to EHS standards
Drive adoption of programs such as Shift Left, AI acceleration models, fibre-readiness frameworks, and process standardization
Regularly reviews cost and KPI metrics, invoices, process/policy communications to partners
Report Project Progress on scope, schedule, and budget in relation to the Lease Construction & Integration scope and packages as required for the ANZ Sub-Region
Responsible for successfully meeting & exceeding all OKR’s for the ANZ Sub-Region – around Predictability, Cost, Safety, Schedule & Quality
Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in electrical engineering, Construction Management, or Electrical Trade qualified candidate with a strong/demonstrated background in the delivery of large-scale complex projects
12+ years in data centre construction, telecom integration, or mission-critical infrastructure delivery
Proven leadership of large, multidisciplinary technical teams in complex, high-pressure environments
Strong understanding of commissioning, fibre networks, security infrastructure, telecoms design, and EPC/GC delivery models
Experience managing builds and leases within accelerated / compressed delivery schedules
Demonstrated ability to manage senior stakeholder relationships, handle escalations, and influence outcomes across matrixed organizations
Self-starter with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, key initiatives, and deadlines simultaneously
Cross-group collaborator and influencer across teams and organizations with proven success in participating in cross-functional teams to deliver on key projects
Been an effective people manager – demonstrated experience of leading/growing a team
High personal standard to deliver a thoughtful, polished, and quality work product
Strategic thinking with ability to translate business priorities into delivery execution
Excellent communication and escalation management skills across senior internal and external stakeholders