Mechanical Electrical Plumbing Senior Project Manager

Join the team behind the cloud! Microsoft Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) is responsible for delivering over 200 Microsoft web portals, Live and Online Services around the world, including infrastructure, security, compliance, operations, globalization, and manageability. We focus on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering trusted experiences to our customers and partners worldwide. We are looking for an individual to help build the network that powers the world’s largest online services. 

Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 200 datacenters in 32 countries and millions of servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide. With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our datacenter design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.

The Mechanical Electrical Plumbing Senior Project Manager (MEP SPM) will play a pivotal role in our new Milwaukee Data Center, a cutting-edge facility designed to support the next generation of technological advancements. This role requires a unique blend of interpersonal communication, organizational skills, and self-direction, along with a robust background in data center design, engineering, controls, and operational requirements. The MEP SPM will emphasize project and construction management with a high focus on mechanical, electrical and plumbing processes. 

Why Join Us: 

• • Innovation at Scale: Be part of building a network that powers some of the world's largest online services. 
  • Cutting-Edge Technology: Work on projects that involve new high-density technologies and state-of-the-art cooling systems. 
  • Growth and Stability: Join an industry leader with a commitment to long-term investment and job security. Our new Milwaukee Data Center represents a multi-billion dollar investment in groundbreaking infrastructure. 

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond. 

Responsibilities

The Mechanical Electrical Plumbing Senior Project Manager coordinates activities on the Mechanical Systems portion of datacenter development. Responbilities include:

• Mechanical Process Delivery: Oversee the mechanical process delivery for the site location, ensuring the program is delivered safely, on schedule, on budget, and with high quality. 
• Compliance and Standards: Ensure all mechanical projects meet Microsoft guidelines and industry best practices. 
• Coordination and Collaboration: Work closely with the Data Center Engineering (DCE) team and specialty consultants to provide feedback based on the Basis of Design (BOD). Align team objectives, business processes, and cross-group collaboration efforts with the DCD project strategy. 
• Project Monitoring: Monitor the status of mechanical projects to ensure they stay on schedule and within budget. Handle administrative duties such as budgeting, managing agreements with subcontractors, and ensuring compliance with safety, labor, and zoning regulations. 

Business Processes: 

• Ensure safe working conditions through documentation and procedure reviews. 
• Manage General Contractors (GCs) and vendor performance to ensure project delivery on time and on budget. 
• Collaborate with construction and subcontractor teams to validate installation, operation, and performance of mechanical systems. 
• Apply influence, strategies, and negotiation skills to recommend solutions. 

Communication: 

• Communicate key needs to engineering and sourcing teams. 
• Highlight potential issues affecting project execution. 
• Act as the point of contact for development and delivery of mechanical systems. 
• Coordinate meetings and activities of vendors and cost managers. 
• Report project progress on scope, schedule