New 
Construction Project Manager
 Microsoft | |
 United States, Virginia, Boydton | |
 Oct 21, 2025 | |
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OverviewThe Construction Project Manager (CPM) within Microsoft's Data Center Delivery (DCD) organization plays a pivotal role in enabling the global expansion of Microsoft's cloud infrastructure. CPM drives the deployment of large-scale, campus-based delivery solutions that can be scaled and replicated across Microsoft's global data center portfolio. In this role, the DCD CPM organization provides strategic leadership and hands-on execution, serving as the primary point of contact for project development and delivery. The team partners closely with Commissioning, Operations, Security, Engineering, Authorities Having Jurisdiction (AHJs), vendors, and regional corporate leadership to deliver on Microsoft's mission-critical construction goals. By analyzing industry best practices, optimizing internal processes, and recommending data-driven improvements, the CPM team delivers solutions that drive cost savings, enhance customer experience, and improve asset performance. DCD CPM is empowered to make key decisions, influence partners, and resolve complex issues affecting global projects while ensuring alignment with scope, schedule, and budget. The DCD CPM also champions a culture of safety, compliance, and risk management, interpreting regulatory requirements to enforce standards and establishing metrics, dashboards, and scorecards to drive performance and accountability. By fostering vendor relationships and robust project governance, the team ensures the successful delivery of mission-critical, large-scale data center campuses that enable Microsoft's cloud growth worldwide. Microsoft's mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we 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.
ResponsibilitiesManage Budgets & Controls: Monitor project budgets, oversee financial processes (PERs, PSRs, change orders), and recommend adjustments to ensure cost efficiency.Drive Project Delivery: Lead campus/metro construction projects from planning to completion, making timely, data-driven decisions to meet milestones.Ensure Safety & Compliance: Champion safety standards and regulatory compliance (e.g., OSHA), conduct audits, and manage risk mitigation strategies.Oversee Vendor Management: Select, evaluate, and manage vendors/contractors, ensuring adherence to contracts, performance standards, and budget alignment.Lead Change & Stakeholder Engagement: Partner with internal teams and stakeholders to implement process improvements that enhance cost savings and efficiency.Apply Technical & Financial Expertise: Review engineering designs, identify risks, and incorporate cost-effective solutions to optimize project outcomes.Coordinate Resources & Reporting: Oversee procurement, staffing, and material needs while tracking and reporting on project scope, schedule, and budget. | |