Data Center Project Manager

Equinix; United States; Remote; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinix is seeking a Project & Program Manager to join their Americas Operations team. This role involves leading engineering projects, managing stakeholder relationships, and ensuring project success through effective planning and execution. Candidates should possess a strong engineering background and project management expertise, with a focus on critical facilities and data centers.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years in an engineering role.
• Proven engineering project management experience.
• Experience in critical facilities or data centers.

Responsibilities

• Lead medium to large-scale engineering projects.
• Manage all aspects of the project cycle.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies.

Skills

Critical thinking

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering

Tools

Smartsheet

MS Office Suite

Job description

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company, operating over 260 data centers across the globe. Digital leaders harness Equinix's trusted platform to bring together and interconnect foundational infrastructure at software speed. Equinix enables organizations to access all the right places, partners, and possibilities to scale with agility, speed the launch of digital services, deliver world-class experiences, and multiply their value, while supporting their sustainability goals.

A career at Equinix means you will collaborate on work that impacts the world and be surrounded by endless opportunities to learn new skills and grow in various directions. We embrace diversity in thought and contribution and are committed to providing an equitable work environment that is foundational to our core values and vital to our success.

Job Summary

This position is within the Americas Operations Project and Program Management team, which delivers diverse projects each year to support the IBX Operations organization. The Project & Program Manager role is crucial for executing engineering-related projects and must demonstrate:

• Proven experience in engineering: Minimum of 5 years in an engineering role, with a solid understanding of engineering principles and practices.
• Project management experience: Ability to lead and manage engineering projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to timelines and budgets.
• Technical expertise: Familiarity with precision cooling systems, UPS, electrical distribution systems, and building monitoring systems to communicate effectively with engineering teams and stakeholders.
• Critical thinking skills: Strong analytical skills to identify challenges and develop innovative solutions within engineering projects.

Responsibilities

Project/Program Delivery

• Lead medium to large-scale engineering projects.
• Manage all aspects of the project cycle — initiation, planning, execution, monitoring and control, and closure.
• Provide guidance and leadership to ensure capacity and engineering projects meet or exceed company expectations.
• Establish a cadence for project review meetings and communications to ensure transparency and alignment across functions, while being pragmatic about volume, frequency, and content.

Planning

• Apply various approaches to planning and gathering information to develop, facilitate, or lead complex business cases, plans, and schedules (e.g., ROI).
• Develop and maintain a comprehensive project schedule, including milestones, tasks, and dependencies.
• Track and monitor project progress, identifying deviations or delays and taking proactive measures.
• Identify risks, bottlenecks, or conflicts and propose mitigation strategies.

Stakeholder Management

• Work with multiple stakeholders, including external vendors and government bodies, holding them accountable for commitments.
• Understand stakeholder needs and build effective relationships.
• Demonstrate influencing skills to achieve solutions and handle challenging situations.
• Identify conflicts and negotiate solutions, keeping project goals in mind.

Communication

• Use various communication methods to update stakeholders and manage expectations.
• Be familiar with standardized tools and templates, providing feedback for management standards.
• Assist in process development and documentation as needed.

Risk Management

• Manage risks at project and strategic levels.
• Apply lateral thinking and analyze information to solve problems and resolve issues with teams.
• Use defined project management frameworks, tools, and templates to monitor and control projects.
• Mentor team members in project management practices.

Resource Management

• Address resource and budget issues with internal teams and external suppliers, resolving disputes independently.
• Monitor project expenses and resource utilization, ensuring adherence to budgets and identifying risks.
• Coordinate with team members for accurate cost and expense recording, maintaining up-to-date records.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience.
• Proven engineering project management experience.
• Experience in critical facilities or data centers.
• Proficiency in Smartsheet or similar planning tools and MS Office Suite.
• Organized, detail-oriented, with strong time management skills; ability to prioritize and work independently.
• Project Management certification is a plus.
• Bi-lingual Spanish/English skills are a plus.

Equinix values agility, decisiveness, business acumen, collaboration, and inclusivity. We are committed to an inclusive employment process and provide accommodations for qualified candidates with disabilities. To request assistance, please complete this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or other protected statuses.