Senior Construction Project Manager - Ashburn, VA

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Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals. A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in varied directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values as a company and is vital to our success.

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 activities and operations of a team of Construction/Operation Project Managers. Mentors junior team members and makes strong tactical decisions to resolve project issues. Manages Construction project costs, methods, and project team selection to meet project schedules and goals while working in a multi-faceted environment.

Responsibilities

• Management: Provides guidance to Construction/Operations Project Managers who are driving the delivery to day-to-day Construction/Operations projects. Sets goals for immediate team members.
• Project Management: Manages multiple smaller projects or single larger construction project. 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.
• 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. Mentors junior team members as needed.
• Policy & Procedure Development: 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 with equivalent experience. 10+ years experience in construction project management that includes critical Infrastructure for Data center, Pharmaceutical, Bio-tech or similar environments. This position will be filled in Ashburn VA. Must be able to be in the office and/or on job sites a minimum of 3 days each week. 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, experience developing new data center projects, experience leading an internal cross-functional team.

The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following locations is: $150,000 to $224,000 per year. Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.