Construction Project Manager
 Microsoft | |
 United States, Texas, Austin | |
 Oct 28, 2025 | |
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OverviewMicrosoft Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) is the team behind the cloud. CO+I is responsible for delivering over 200 Microsoft web portals, Live and Online Services around the world including infrastructure, security and compliance, operations, globalization, and manageability. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide. We are looking for a passionate individual to help build the network that powers the world's largest online services. Within CO+I, Datacenter Construction Delivery (DCD) is responsible for delivering datacenter capacity for Microsoft's cloud business meeting all safety, quality, sustainability, schedule, and budget requirements. The DCD Construction Project Manager provides critical leadership, ownership and accountability for the team's deployment and delivery of large-scale, campus and/or regionally based delivery solutions to predictably deliver Datacenter capacity. This role is located in Austin, Texas. Relocation support will be provided, and successful candidate will need to relocate and work 100% onsite. 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.
ResponsibilitiesProject Oversight & Budget Control: Monitor project budgets, manage financial controls (e.g., PERs, PSRs, Change Orders), and recommend adjustments to ensure fiscal compliance and efficiency.Change & Risk Management: Partner with internal stakeholders to implement updated processes that drive cost savings and cycle-time improvements; develop risk mitigation strategies and track progress through dashboards and scorecards.Project Delivery & Coordination: Lead campus/metro construction projects (new builds and retrofits), make data-driven decisions, and facilitate cross-functional collaboration to achieve program milestones.Safety & Compliance Leadership: Champion safety standards and regulatory compliance (e.g., OSHA), conduct audits, and oversee incident investigations to maintain a secure work environment.Vendor & Resource Management: Oversee vendor selection, performance monitoring, and contract compliance; manage procurement activities to ensure timely delivery of materials and adequate staffing.Technical & Financial Acumen: Review engineering designs, identify risks, and recommend cost-effective solutions; apply strategic decision-making to optimize schedules, budgets, and overall project outcomes.Performance Tracking & Reporting: Track project scope, schedule, and budget; prepare progress reports and present financial and operational updates to stakeholders and executive teams. | |