Construction Manager

Overview Microsoft Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) is the team behind the cloud. CO+I is responsible for delivering over 200 Microsoft web portals, Live and Online Services around the world including infrastructure, security and compliance, operations, globalization, and manageability. Our focus is on smart growth, high efficiency, and delivering trusted experience to customers and partners worldwide. We are looking for a passionate individual to help build the network that powers the world's largest online services.

Within CO+I, Datacenter Construction Delivery (DCD) is responsible for delivering datacenter capacity for Microsoft's cloud business meeting all safety, quality, sustainability, schedule, and budget requirements. The Construction Manager provides critical leadership, ownership and accountability for the team's deployment and delivery of large-scale, campus delivery solutions to predictably deliver Datacenter capacity. We are hiring multiple candidates for this role across the following metro areas:
* Atlanta, Georgia
* Charlotte, North Carolina
* Chicago, Illinois
* Columbus, Ohio
* South Bend, Indiana
* Virginia (Ashburn / Reston)
* Relocation assistance will be provided. Candidates selected for this role are expected to relocate and live within 50 miles of the designated work location. 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.

Responsibilities
* Project & Cost Controls:
Monitors approved project budgets and oversees project controls (PERs, PSRs, change orders, pay apps), identifying risks and recommending adjustments to maintain financial discipline.
* Program Delivery & Results:
Facilitates delivery of campus and metro‑based construction projects through timely, data‑driven decision‑making in partnership with local teams and stakeholders, ensuring alignment to Safety, Security, Quality, Schedule, and Cost priorities.
* Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Change Enablement:
Partners with CO+I and key Microsoft stakeholders to drive adoption of updated processes, improving cost savings, cycle time, and operational efficiency across programs.
* Technical & Construction Oversight:
Reviews engineering documentation, designs, and site plans; identifies gaps and risks; and provides recommendations that improve constructability while adhering to security core priorities and standards.
* Risk, Safety & Regulatory Leadership:
Represents Microsoft as a safety advocate by establishing risk mitigation metrics, supporting national safety goals, ensuring regulatory compliance (e.g., OSHA), conducting audits, and contributing to incident investigations.
* Resource, Procurement & Vendor Management:
Oversees procurement and resourcing activities, evaluates staffing and material needs, and monitors vendor performance for compliance, financial accuracy, and contractual obligations.
* Project Tracking & Executive Reporting:
Assists in tracking and reporting project progress across scope, schedule, standards, and budget, synthesizing complex data into clear updates for delivery and executive audiences. Qualifications

Required Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND 10+ years related experience *

OR equivalent experience. Other Requirements:
* Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
Microsoft Cloud Background Check:
This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter. Additional or

Preferred Qualifications:

* Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND 12+ years related experience OR…