Data Center Construction PM - Lead Complex Builds

Equinix, Inc.; New York (NY); On-site; USD 130,000 - 194,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinix is seeking a Construction Project Manager to independently lead complex data center construction projects from initiation through handover. You will manage scope, budget, schedule, quality, risk, and operational readiness, ensuring alignment with business objectives and safety standards.

As a subject matter expert, you will drive execution excellence, develop business cases, and mentor project teams across Design, Procurement, Operations, Engineering, Network, and external partners to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 7+ years of progressively responsible construction project management experience delivering mission-critical, industrial, advanced manufacturing, telecommunications, or data center construction projects
• Experience managing multiple concurrent construction projects through planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover
• Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems supporting critical infrastructure environments

Responsibilities

• Independently lead complex data center construction projects from inception through handover
• Manage project scope, budget, schedule, quality, risk, and operational readiness objectives
• Develop and review business cases, project plans, cost forecasts, and delivery strategies
• Ensure construction activities are executed in accordance with company standards, safety requirements, and regulatory obligations
• Lead project governance, status reporting, issue resolution, and executive communications
• Direct and coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and commissioning partners
• Oversee ground-up construction, expansions, renovations, retrofits, and critical infrastructure upgrades
• Monitor project performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed
• Evaluate construction methods, procurement strategies, and delivery approaches to improve outcomes
• Ensure project documentation is complete and maintained throughout the project lifecycle
• Serve as a recognized construction project management expert for mission-critical environments
• Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of construction standards, processes, tools, and methodologies
• Identify opportunities to improve project delivery efficiency, cost performance, quality, and risk management
• Support lessons learned reviews and knowledge-sharing initiatives across the organization
• Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Procurement, Operations, Finance, Legal, and IT
• Manage vendor performance, contract compliance, change management, and commercial considerations
• Influence decision-making through data-driven recommendations and strong project leadership

Skills

Project management

Budgeting

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering/Construction/Architecture

Tools

Microsoft Project

Excel

Visio

Job description

Equinix is seeking a Construction Project Manager to independently lead complex data center construction projects from initiation through handover. You will manage scope, budget, schedule, quality, risk, and operational readiness, ensuring alignment with business objectives and safety standards.

As a subject matter expert, you will drive execution excellence, develop business cases, and mentor project teams across Design, Procurement, Operations, Engineering, Network, and external partners to