Execution, Operational & Planning (EOP) Regional Project Manager

Overview

Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO&I) is the team behind the cloud.Within CO&I, theEngineering Procurement & Construction (EPC)organizationis responsible fordelivering core datacenter infrastructure for Microsoft's cloud business. The MS portfolio consists of complex, multi-disciplinary, large scale, multi-year datacenter construction and lease projects. We are looking for a passionate, high-energy individual to help buildthe clouddatacenters that power the world's largest online services.

"Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. Asemployeeswe come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond."

We areseekinga passionate,highenergyExecution, Operational & Planning (EOP)Regional ProjectManagerto help deliver the infrastructure that powers Microsoft's global cloud services.

Role Summary

TheEOP Manageris responsible forendtoendexecution, operational readiness, and planning oversightfor leased and build data center projects throughReady for Service (RFS)& Ready for Network Install (RNI). This roleleadsexecution planning, milestone delivery, financial governance, vendor coordination, andcrossfunctionalalignment across multiple projectsand stakeholders.

The EOP Manager produces and manages integrated project plans andprovides oversight ofexecution ofmajor delivery milestones includingEarly Access, Ready Network Install, Corpnet Live, Security CX Complete,FitOutComplete, Lockdown, and Colo Ready. The role also holds responsibility forfinancial approval, budget oversight,staffing,and project controls.

The EOP Manager delivershighlevelexecution, operational, and planning oversight from preconstruction through the full lifecycle of data center construction and delivery.The role requires extensive experience inmissioncriticalenvironments, strong technical and construction acumen, and the ability to solve complex challenges through collaboration with key stakeholders andsubjectmatterexperts.

This position requires strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; the ability toselfdirect; and a strong background in data center construction, integration, operational planning,financial management, and risk mitigation.

Role Summary

TheEOP Manageris responsible forendtoendexecution, operational readiness, and planning oversightfor leased and build data center projects throughReady for Service (RFS) & Ready for Network Install (RNI). This roleleadsexecution planning, milestone delivery, financial governance, vendor coordination, andcrossfunctionalalignment across multiple projects and stakeholders.

The EOP Manager produces and manages integrated project plans and provides oversight of execution of major delivery milestones includingEarly Access, Ready Network Install, Corpnet Live, Security CX Complete,FitOutComplete, Lockdown, and Colo Ready. The role also holds responsibility forfinancial approval, budget oversight, staffing, and project controls.

The EOP Manager delivershighlevelexecution, operational, and planning oversight from preconstruction through the full lifecycle of data center construction and delivery.The role requires extensive experience inmissioncriticalenvironments, strong technical and construction acumen, and the ability to solve complex challenges through collaboration with key stakeholders andsubjectmatterexperts.

This position requires strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills; the ability toselfdirect; and a strong background in data center construction, integration, operational planning,financial management, and risk mitigation.

Operational Planning

• Oversight ofendtoendexecution planning and operational readiness for leased and build data center projects through RFS& RNI.

• Produce,maintain, and execute integrated project plans aligned to key delivery milestoneswith business commitments.

• Lead execution of EOP scope of work across multiple projects in theAMERsWestRegion.

• Drivetimely,databaseddecisions tomaintainalignment withSafety, Security, Quality, Schedule, and Costpriorities.

Financial Management & Controls

• Monitor approved project budgets and provide oversight for project controls, including:

• Project Expenditure Requests (PERs)

• Professional Services Requests (PSRs)

• Change Orders

• Pay Applications

• Tenant Order Forms (TOF)

• Apply financial acumen toidentifycosteffectivesolutions while meeting delivery commitments.

• Partner with cost management teams to review cash flow, budget summaries, and financial reporting.

Change Management & Process Optimization

• Partner with internal CO+I teams and key Microsoft stakeholders (e.g., Engineering, Operations, Commercial Software Engineering,Security,Commissioning, EHS,Legal,&Project Controls).

• Communicate updated process flows to ensure new processes are adopted that improve cost efficiency, cycle time, and delivery outcomes.

• Drive continuous improvement through lessons learned, standardization, andbestpracticeadoption.

• Seekoptimization of processes by implementing lessons learned frompreviousprojects.

• Leverage Ai tools to further advance construction delivery innovation.

CrossFunctionalCoordination

• Attend and activelyparticipatein owner/architect/contractor and project meetings.

• Coordinate activitiesofvendors, contractors, and cost managers.

• Advocate for asecurityfirstandsafetyfirstmindsetduring all phases of planning and execution.

Safety, Security & Risk Management

• Represent Microsoft as a safety leader and advocate onsite, ensuring adherence to OSHA and applicable regulatory requirements.

• Conduct andparticipatein safety programs, audits, and incident investigations.

• Review and support development of risk mitigation plans, dashboards, and KPIs.

• Analyze safety and security metrics and communicate insights to leadership to drive accountability.

Technical & Design Oversight

• Review engineering documentation, designs, site plans, and building plans.

• Identifytechnical risks, gaps, and mitigation strategies aligned with Microsoft security and design standards.

• Provide execution and operational input into data centerfitoutand integration activities to ensure sound,datadrivendecisions.

Vendor Management & Selection

• Monitor vendor and contractor performance to ensure compliance with contracts, NDAs, security policies, and audit requirements.

• Assistwith preparation of RFPs, PERs, and other project approval documentation.

• Confirm availability of scoped resources (people, materials, equipment) and partner with senior construction staff to resolve gaps.

Reporting & KPI Management

• Provideaccurateproject data supporting KPIs, invoices, processes, and policies.

• Report on project status related to scope, schedule, standards, and budget.

• Communicateexecutionhealth, risks, and mitigation strategies to delivery and executive leadership.

• Drive OKRs toalign with DCD organizational goals.

Schedules & Critical Milestones

• Expertisein analyzing Primavera P6 Integrated Master Schedules (IMS) to assess execution readiness and schedule risk.

• Translate complex schedule data into clear, highlevel insights for leadership decisionmaking.

• Drive pullplanning strategies tooptimizesequencing, compress schedules, and accelerate delivery wherefeasible.

• Identifyand escalate schedule gaps, logic flaws, and risk drivers that threaten milestone commitments

Travel

• Travel may berequiredbased on project and site needs.At least 25%travelisrequired.

• This role islocatedeither in one or all hub locations - Atlanta, GA, Redmond, WA, San Antonio, TX or Phoenix, AZ.