Responsibilities

The purpose of this role

The role of the Data Center Integration and Technical Infrastructure Manager (ITIM) requires strong interpersonal, communication and organizational skills. We are seeking a Program Manager with the ability to self-direct and who has a strong background in Data Center Construction & Fit-out projects, with an emphasis on passive telecom infrastructure/construction management.

The DC ITIM is responsible for the program management of all integration and technical infrastructure fit-out activities associated with MSFT owned system and/or services and critical infrastructure that is required to be installed into new data center builds or lease facilities to deliver capacity to the business across Australia. The role requires the identification and management of scopes and interdependencies between all external and internal stakeholders and coordinating same with the physical construction build and general contractor. The DC 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.

DC ITIM is responsible for producing and managing project plans and executing major milestones (Early Access, Beneficial Use, Ready for Network Install, Corporate Network Live, Security CX Complete, Telecom Infrastructure Fit Out Complete, Lockdown, Colo Go Live) and for the financial approval and management function.

This position will be based in Sydney and will have responsibility of leading DCI scope of work for multiple Lease and Build projects across New South Wales, Australia. The position will also assist in driving APAC DCI objective and key results (OKR) & key Initiatives.

Qualifications

What skills do you need to have?

There will be many opportunities for you to learn and grow into this role and Microsoft. However, to be able to best deliver on the purpose of this role, these are the core skills and experiences you should have on day one: 

• 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.
• Proven experience in telecom infrastructure project delivery, or construction related project management in Australia.
• 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.
• High personal standard to deliver a thoughtful, polished, and quality work product.
• A Construction White Card allowing you access to work on construction sites in Australia.

Preferred Qualifications:

• BICSI RCDD or similar Telecommunications Design/Installation Experience preferred.
• Experience managing large scale enterprise projects with both localized and virtual teams.
• Must be able to work within a dynamic team of full-time employees and consultants.
• Client or Contractor side Datacenter construction or management experience.