Senior Data Center Build Lead

Equinix; Hampton (GA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 204,000; Full time

Job summary

Equinix is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to lead data center projects within the Global Design and Construction team. You will oversee day-to-day activities of project managers, mentor juniors, and manage costs, schedules and vendor relationships in a fast-paced, multi-vendor environment.

You will coordinate internal teams (Design, Procurement, Operations, Security, IT/Network) and external vendors to deliver complex builds while upholding safety, quality, and regulatory

Qualifications

• Typically 10+ years experience in construction project management for critical infrastructure
• Understanding of MEP tech in mission-critical environments
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in engineering or construction PM

Responsibilities

• Manages multiple data center projects across campus builds
• Leads safety and ensures compliance with building regulations
• Oversees project risk, cost forecasts, and documentation
• Directs internal and external stakeholders across design, procurement, operations, IT/Network
• Mentors junior team members and drives policy/procedure adherence
• Ensures project closure, handover and lessons learned

Skills

Data center construction

Safety leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or engineering-related field

Equivalent experience in construction management

Tools

Microsoft Project

Primavera P6

Job description

Equinix is seeking a Senior Construction Project Manager to lead data center projects within the Global Design and Construction team. You will oversee day-to-day activities of project managers, mentor juniors, and manage costs, schedules and vendor relationships in a fast-paced, multi-vendor environment.

You will coordinate internal teams (Design, Procurement, Operations, Security, IT/Network) and external vendors to deliver complex builds while upholding safety, quality, and regulatory