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Microsoft Integration Technical Infrastructure Manager - AI Leases 
United States, Texas, Dallas 
786096861

09.07.2024

The role of the Integration and Technical Infrastructure Manager (ITIM) - AI Leases requiresto selfdirect and who has a background inData Center Construction& Fitout projects,with anemphasis on passive telecom infrastructure/construction management.

The ITIM is responsible for the program management of all integration and technical infrastructure fitactivities associated with MSFT owned system and/or services and critical infrastructure that is required tobe installed into new data center buiin the. The role requires the identification and management of scopes and interdependenciesbetween all external and internal stakeholders and coordinating same with the physical construction buildand general contractor. The ITIM is responsible for coordinating the handover process and ensuring therequired handover documentation and expectations are met to handover the space to our Operations teams

The ITIM is responsible for producing and managing project plans and executing major milestones (Access, Ready Network Install, Corpnet Live, Security CX Complete, Fit Out Complete, Lockdown, Colo Readyand for the financial approval and management function.

Required/Minimum Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Business Management, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or related field AND 5+ years of experience in Data Center construction project management or other Information Technology build outs
    • OR equivalent experience
  • 2+ years’ experience in IT fit out or construction related project management
  • 2+ yearsexperience in Safety Management on a construction/fit out project


Other Requirements:

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required 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 upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • PMI (Project Management Institute) – PMP (Project Management Professional) certification highly desired
  • BICSI RCDD or similar Telecommunications Design/Installation Experience preferred.
  • Experience managing large scale data center projects with both localized and virtual teams.
  • Client or Contractor side Datacenter construction or management experience.


Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here:

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until July 19, 2024.

Responsibilities
The ITIM will be a relentless advocate for managing a safe worksite , supporting thePM andGeneral Contractorsordination of the job sites.
requirements, and schedules with those of theand Suppliers to ensure a
consultants to review, improve and execute the design.
The ITIM is responsible for the coordination of the telecom materials procurement, telecomsinstallation, Security systems installation, FFE procurement and installation
Coordination of the design, procurement, installation and turn up of the facility Corporate Network
In cooperation with the Construction Lead this position aligns metro wide delivery strategies to
with the Construction PM to adelivery strategies across multisites andmanage a continuous improvement program that will result in a lean project delivery approach.
The ITIM will be responsibleidentifying and managing stakeholder dependencies andNE, Networking and Integrated services.
leader and is responsible for the delivery of Integration and Technical Infrastructure scope anddeliverables for the US
Create and/or maintain practices to identify and incorporate costeffective solutions in lineevolving Microsoft Div 1 specification requirements and report on KPIs for the same.
Partner with the Construction ProgramManager(PM) toanage the selection, contracting, and integration of multiplevendors and internal partners.
Drive deployment of solutions that can be socialized globally across Data Center Delivery (DCD) projects, both builds and
Facilitate client/sponsor decisionmaking to drive solutions, schedules, and manage change as
Apply influence, strategies, and negotiation skills to identify options andrecommend solutions.
• Regularly review cost and KPI metrics, invoices, process/policy communications to partners.
• Coordinate meetings and activities of vendors, cost managers, and integration of lessons learned in support of the Data Center Integration & Construction Project Management Teams.
• Attend scheduled owner/architect/contractor (OAC) and other project meetings, and report, as necessary.
• Report Project Progress on scope, schedule, and budget in relation to the Integration scope and packages as required for the US East Region.
• Provide weekly project status reporting to DCD standards.
• Challenge and remove barriers by working with others around a shared need or customer benefit.
• Ability to maintain a broader perspective, identify and evaluate opportunities to enhance the business through cross-group collaboration.
• Incorporate diverse perspectives to thoroughly address complex business issues.
Responsible for developing, managing, and reporting onscope, schedule, and budget inrelation to the Integration scope and packages.
Work independently in support of the DCD PM.
Track lessons learned and identify and execute on cost down site up opportunities.
Promote and support vendor Management and contract compliance
Provide Vendor oversight and performance management, as required.
Support Preparation of Request for Proposal (RFP’s), PER’s, and other project approval tools &
Review and approval of vendor scope of work and design review of site and building plans, as
Validate vendor payapplication and invoice review and approval in line with milestone payment
Manage compliance with prior audit results and recommendations.
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