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The role of the Integration and Technical Infrastructure Manager (ITIM) for the Datacenter Build Management team requires interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. We are seeking an Integration and Technical Infrastructure Manager with the ability to self-direct and who has a background in Data Center Construction, with an emphasis on telecom project/construction management. The ITIM is responsible for the project management of all integration and fit-out activities associated with MSFT owned system and/or services and critical infrastructure that is required to be installed into a new data center build or lease facility to deliver capacity to the business. The role requires the identification and management of scopes and interdependencies between all external and internal stakeholders and coordinating same with the physical construction with landlord and other vendors. The ITIM is responsible for coordinating the handover process and ensuring the required handover documentation and expectations are met to handover the space to our Operations teams and the business. The ITIM is responsible for producing and managing project plans and executing major milestones (Early Access, Ready Network Install, Corpnet Live, Security CX Complete, Fit Out Complete, Lockdown, Colo Ready) and for the financial approval and management function of these tasks on Microsoft own build projects. This position will be based in Annapolis Junction, MD, USA.
Job Responsibility:
Be a relentless advocate for managing a safe worksite, supporting the implementation of the Microsoft High Risk Activity (HRA) program and work with our Construction PM and general contractor team to deliver trade collaboration methods to improve safe working and co-ordination of the job sites
Responsible for coordinating internal Microsoft scope and resource efforts, requirements, and schedules with those of the, General Contractor, Vendors and Suppliers to ensure a smooth and timely handover of the fitted out Data Center facility and capacity to the Microsoft Operations team and Business Groups
Coordinate with the Data Center Engineering (DCE) team and supporting specialty consultants to review, improve and execute the design
Responsible for the coordination of the telecom materials procurement, telecoms installation, Security systems installation, FFE procurement and installation
Coordination of the design, procurement, installation and turn up of the facility Corporate Network
In cooperation with the Construction Lead this position aligns metro wide delivery strategies to local team objectives, business processes, vendor management strategies, and cross-group collaboration efforts
Align with the Construction PM to agree delivery strategies across multi sites and manage a continuous improvement program that will result in a lean project delivery approach
Be the responsible identifying and managing stakeholder dependencies and construction deliverables and handoffs for/with Microsoft Security (DCPS), Microsoft IT (CSE), DCI NE, Networking and Integrated services
Work alongside the DCD Construction manager and is responsible for the delivery of Integration and Technical Infrastructure scope and deliverables for the Air-Gapped Cloud (AGC) organization
Create and/or maintain practices to identify and incorporate cost-effective solutions in line with evolving build program specification requirements and report on KPIs for the same
Manage the selection, contracting, and integration of multiple vendors and internal partners
Drive deployment of solutions that can be socialized globally across DCD build projects
Facilitate client/sponsor decision-making to drive solutions, schedules, and manage change as required
Apply influence, strategies and negotiation skills to identify options and recommend solutions
Regularly reviews cost and KPI metrics, invoices, process/policy communications to client partners
Coordinate meetings and activities of vendors, cost managers, and integration of lessons learned in support of the Construction PM
Attend scheduled Integration meeting and other project meetings, and report as necessary
Report Project Progress on scope, schedule, and budget in relation to the Integration scope and packages as required
Provide weekly project status reporting to Data Center Execution standards
Challenge and remove barriers by working with others around a shared need or customer benefit
Ability to maintain a broader perspective, identify and evaluate opportunities to enhance the business through cross-group collaboration
Incorporate diverse perspectives to thoroughly address complex business issues
Responsible for developing, managing, and reporting on scope, schedule, and budget in relation to the Integration and technical fit-out scope and packages
Work independently in support of the Data Center Development Project
Track lessons learned and identify and execute on cost down site up opportunities
Provide Vendor oversight and performance management, as required
Support Preparation of Request for Proposal (RFP’s), PER’s, and other project approval tools & templates
Review and approval of vendor scope of work and design review of site and building plans, as required
Validate vendor pay-application and invoice review and approval in line with milestone payment schedules
Manage compliance with prior audit results and recommendations
Embody our culture and values
Requirements:
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, OR related field AND 5+ years related experience OR equivalent experience
Candidates must have an active TS and be willing and eligible to upgrade to TS/SCI (with polygraph) or have an active TS/SCI and be willing and eligible to upgrade to TS/SCI (with polygraph)
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required pre-offer and post-hire for this role
This position requires verification of U.S. citizenship due to citizenship-based legal restrictions
Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, OR related field AND 8+ years related experience OR equivalent experience
7+ years experience working on data center projects
5+ years’ experience in IT fit out or construction related project management