Director, Construction project management

Who are we?

Equinix is the world’s digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You’ll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You’ll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you—because when you feel valued, you’re empowered to do your best work.

Plans and directs day to day operations and strategic direction of large, regional construction programs as well as mentor junior team members. Significantly contributes to creating and maintaining best in class policies and procedures. Establishes and maintains supply chain relationships.

Responsibilities

Management

• Leads, manages, recruits, develops staff, often across multiple IBXs

Project Management

• Leads and manages large, regional construction programs
• Provides guidance and project leadership including ground up construction, remodels, renovations, etc., ensuring projects are meeting or exceeding company expectations

Vendor Relations

• Directs as many as 25+ external vendors per project comprising General Contractors, A&E design teams, commissioning agents, equipment suppliers, etc.
• Leads in establishing and maintaining high value relationships

Training Programs

• Leads in identifying and developing training programs
• Leads cross-functional training

Contract Administration

• Leads in developing and executing effective contract administration procedures including generation, review, and monitoring of prime contracts, subcontracts, change orders, cost forecasts, and other pertinent documents and documentation

Leadership

• Leads in mentoring junior team members
• Leads in directing all internal and external project team members including internal Design, Procurement, Operations, and IT/Network support teams

Policy & Procedure Development

• Leads in creating and maintaining best in class policies and procedures

Qualifications

• Proven and in-depth experience in project and construction management
• Bachelor's degree preferred
• Ability and willingness to travel throughout France, Iberia and EMEA
• Proven experience of project management in a construction environment
• Customer focus
• Self-motivated and flexible
• In-depth knowledge of relevant statutory regulations and industry best practice
• Experienced in Construction procurement methodologies
• MS Office including MS Project, Excel and Visio skills

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