Microsoft Data Center Construction Director – Campinas 

Brazil, São Paulo, São Paulo 

369461122

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The role of the Data Center Delivery (DCD) Construction Directorstrong interpersonal, communication, leadership and organizational skills, ability to self-direct, strong background in construction, engineering, controls, and operational requirements and an emphasis on project/construction management, datacenter lease market experience, client representation, and project level services.   This role directly drives and provides oversight of the tactical delivery of data center projects within their portfolio.ultimately responsiblefor the complete project delivery of the Campusto the expectations of Safety, Quality, Predictable Cost and Schedule and Risk Management. The DCD Construction Manageris responsible forensuring thatprojects as well as industry changing best practice.The DCD Construction Director will be a relentless advocate for managing safe delivery of the project atthe qualitythe corporate vision and goals for the Project.In addition, this position will be responsible for coordinating and reviewing contractor/vendor performance related to cash flow and budget summaries and will clarify those reports in presentations to the delivery and executive chain. Other responsibilities include oversight and project controls, Project Expenditure Request, Professional Services Request, Change Orders, Pay Applications, etc. Additional tasks include MS partner engagement, as well as participation in communications plans, and community involvement with support from Data Center Operations (DCOPs), Real Estate Services, Data Center Services, and Corporate Communications teams.Candidatewill be required to work predominantly in the site construction offices as part of the cross functional delivery team. Located inCampinas, SP, Brazil.Occasionally, travel may be required (0 - 25%).

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Construction Project Management, Contract Management, Construction Management ore related field and 12+ years related experience.
• Degrees and/or professional licenses in Engineering, Construction Management, Contract Management, Project Management, Leadership
• Experience: A minimum of10-15years ofprogressive responsibility in leading Data Center, semiconductor, Oil-gas, Bio-Pharmaceutical or other large scale construction project.
• Experience leading and driving multiple, large multi-faceted projects, including Safety Management, Quality Management, Risk Management, Contract Management, Project Controls and experience in Fabrication facilities.
• Fluency in Brazilian Portuguese and English
• Candidatewill be required to work predominantly in the site construction offices as part of the cross functional delivery team. Located in Campinas, SP, Brazil.Occasionally, travel may be required (0 - 25%).

Additional or Preferred Qualifications

• Strong ability to lead a large team independently in order to manage projects predictably in Safety, Quality, Cost, Schedule and Risk Management, and positively influence cross-discipline teams.
• Strong Verbal and Written Communication Skills, ability to provide clear direction to a diverse team and quickly resolve issues gating project progression
• Analytical mindset: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data andidentifytrends.
• Detail-oriented: Meticulous attention to specification and governing standards detail and installation compliance with a commitment to delivering high-quality results. This includes auditing contractor certifications.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders, promoting open and inclusive communication.
• Team player:Demonstratedability to and appreciation for working collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment to meet schedule.
• Adaptability: Ability to adapt to changing priorities and handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• Quality mindset: A strong passion formaintainingaccountability and adherence to project quality standards and specifications. Plan, Do, Check, Act.

Abilityto meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirementsrequired for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud Background Check every two years thereafter.

1. Responsible for Leadership of Safety,2. Responsible for project delivery at the campus and oversight of project teams on those projects,including developing, managing, and reporting on safety, quality, scope, schedule, and budget.

3. Responsible for performing site walks every day of your assigned projects, and tracking project’s progress on schedule,and safety, including being accountable for holding contracted vendors accountabletheir contracted deliverables.

4. Direct fiscal responsibility for the approved project budget.

and stakeholders in support of the project deliveryand schedule milestones

Responsible for Leadership across the campus projects for Safety,with EPC partners inthe selection, contracting, and integration of multiple vendors and internal partnersGC(s) and vendor performance along with their integration with internal partners to ensureon time and on budget project delivery3. Drive deployment of solutions that can be socialized globally across4. Facilitate decision-making to drive solutions, schedules, and manage change as requiredApply influence, strategies, and negotiation skills tooptions and recommend solutions to meet project delivery expectations.1. Regularly reviews cost and KPI metrics, invoices, process/policy communications to client partners2. Provide project single point of contact for project development and delivery3. Coordinate meetings and activities of vendors, cost managers, and integration of lessons learned4. Attend scheduled owner/architect/contractor (OAC) and other project meetings, and report as necessary5. Report Project Progress on scope, schedule, and budget weekly or as required6. Provide weekly project status reporting to DCD standards
Vendor Management and contract compliance:1. Provide Vendor (contractor) oversight and performance management2. Preparation of Request for Proposal (RFP’s), PER’s, and other project approval tools & templates3. Review and approval of vendor scope of work, and design review of site and building plans4. Validate vendor pay-application and invoice review and approval5. Manage compliance with prior audit results and recommendations.