Microsoft Construction Contracts Lead – EMEA - Data Center 

Sweden, Gävle 

90993704

Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO+I) is the team behind the cloud.are responsible fordelivering 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 a trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide. We are looking for a passionate,high energyindividual to help build the network that powers the world’s largest online services.

Within CO+I, the Global Supply Chain teamis responsible fora supply chain that can meet the ever-growing growth of the Cloud and our customers. We support a portfolio of complex, multi-disciplinary, multi-billion, multi-year datacenter construction and lease projects. Furthermore, we support the Operations team that manages and runs the cloud assets. We are looking to filla criticalrole ofConstruction Contracts Manager.

our culture every day.

As a Construction Contracts Lead, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful execution of contracts related to site operations and construction projects. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, legal experts, and external stakeholders to manage contractual agreements, mitigate risks, and drive complianceat the job site. Your attention to detail, negotiation skills, and ability to navigate complex contractual landscapes will be essential for this role.

Required/Minimum Qualifications

• orMaster’sDegree in Engineering,Construction Management,or related field

• xperience inProject Management,Procurement,Supply Chain, and/or Operations

• Proven experience in contract management, preferably in construction, real estate, or infrastructure projects.

Preferred Requirements

• Hyperscale data centeror large buildingconstruction experience in an owner or general contractor

• developingnegotiating contract terms and conditions specifically for contracts related to services, construction, engineering,materialsand equipmentinstallation.

• Strong understanding of contracting principles and legal terms and conditions

• Broad understanding of the construction industry and contract language associated engineering, procurement, fabrication, and construction/construction management (EPFC/CM)

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple contracts simultaneously.

• in contract management software and tools.

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

Procurement and Contracts

• Project Procurement:

• Perform sourcing activities for various professional services, such as General Contractors, Architect Engineers, Commissioning Agents, Cost Management, Project Management, and others.

• sourcingand negotiationstrategiesto meet projectobjectives,in relation to the contract

• Participate in supplier assessment and prepare contract award proposals.

• Contract Review and Compliance:

• Responsible for ensuring all contractualrequirementsaremet according to the terms and conditions.

• Executes procurement contracting strategies for large, complex data center construction projects and/orpurchasingopportunities toachieveoptimalcost and continuity of supply and services.

• Serve as first line of defense/communication with site stakeholders on commercialissues.

• Execute project closeout requirements.

• Change Order Management:

• Lead Change Order negotiations withinput from keystakeholdersand detailed understanding of contractual conditions.

• partnerscross-functionally to resolve/escalate accordingly.

• Attend change management meetings and report on open change orders as applicable.

• OFCI Management & Quality Assurance:

• facilitateequipment once delivered to site, including inspections and sign offs.

• Address quality-related issues as they arise and reportasappropriate.

• Cx(Commissioning).EnsureGCschedulesare coordinated with Vendor Laborconstraints.

• vendoractivity fortimelyCxcompletion.

• Coordination & Communication

• Assume all post-award contract executionresponsibilities.

• Own commercial decision makingon all post-award activitiesthroughinfluencingprojectstakeholders.

• potentialchallengesrelated to the project/contract and develop strategies to mitigatethe risk andmaintaincompliance.

• regularstatus reportsonissues,risksand mitigations toleadership.

• Prepare contractual noticesasappropriate usinglanguage fromterms &conditions.

• Address and resolve any payment disputessubmittedbysuppliers.

• facilitateand engage asneededin negotiations with contractors and other parties to resolve disputes with regular updates to the client team.

• toreviewthe GC’s subcontractor procurement deliverablesandfinal recommendation of subcontractor award for each trade package.

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• Drives commercial compliance and problem resolution withGeneral Contractors, Subcontractors and Suppliers.

• Actively partners with suppliers toidentifyand drive continuous improvement and risk management opportunities by evaluating procedural, operational, and/or environmental factors, analyzing root causes of issues, sharing insights with key stakeholders, and influencing the adoption of needed improvements.