Project Manager, Data Center Projects - Equinix
Dallas, TX
About the Job
Who are we?
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.
Project Manager, Data Center Projects
Job Summary
Equinix is seeking a Critical Facilities Project Manager to support our region critical facility environment on our Operations Project Management (OPM) team. The OPM is a part of our cross functional team and includes regional operations projects and interaction with internal partners/ customers and external suppliers/ manufactures. This role will require a project manager familiar with data center operation and associated facility designs.
The OPM supports the data center operations management teams in executing the capital projects related to End of Life (EOL), Single Point of Failure (SPOF) infrastructure equipment and systems. OPM is often involved with on demand/ unplanned customer facing project design and construction. This individual contributor roll will demand a self-starter and disciplined individual.
Are you a skilled project manager and meet the following responsibilities and qualifications? If so, you should consider joining our team.
Responsibilities
Manage multiple projects at a time throughout the region (may require travel)
Apply a range of approaches to planning and gathering information in which to develop, facilitate, and lead complex projects and schedules
Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders, and ensuring feasibility of success
Develops overall project schedules in conjunction with customer requirements
Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
Responsible for program delivery of multiple projects required for overall business strategy and facility sustainability
Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget and collaborate with expense analysts with variances on budget costs and timing.
Perform procurement for equipment, materials and suppliers needed for projects
Ensure resource availability and allocation are properly aligned
Develop detailed project plans to track progress and analyze risk
Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule, and costs
Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools, and techniques
Report and escalate to management as needed
Manage relationships with all stakeholders and lead internal/ external meetings and teams
Apply risk management techniques to minimize project risks
Establish and maintain relationships with third party suppliers and manufactures
Work with numerous stakeholders in operations and other internal departments such as finance, construction, and center of excellence/ Subject Matter Expert (SME) teams
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation and lessons learned
Qualifications
5+ years experience preferred
Construction PM experience preferred
Diploma to a Bachelor's Degree preferred
Skillful with use of Microsoft Office Products such as Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
Familiar with project management methodology (Agile/ Waterfall/ Scrum)
Ability to navigate complex and ambiguous situations to make high-quality decisions in a timely manner
Ability to manage change and influence cross-functionally
Competent in the equipment, design and operations of complex data center facilities to develop strategic project plans
Advanced knowledge in electrical, UPS, mechanical and control systems including HVAC systems, generators and safety systems
Understanding of design and coordination requirements of large and complex power distribution and control systems, redundancy, resiliency, and protection
Working knowledge of data center power and cooling solutions
A natural curiosity and strong organizational skills
Experience working in critical facilities where failure is not an option
Previous experience in a Data Center or Critical facility environment is strongly preferred
Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills will be critical for success: success depends on building rapport and credibility with multiple stakeholders across the organization
Passion for quality and customer satisfaction
Experience managing vendor/ supplier relationships
Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
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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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.