Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO+I) is the team behind the cloud. Within CO+I, the Global Project Controls (GPC) team is responsible for delivering core datacenter infrastructure for Microsoft’s cloud business. The Microsoft 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 build the cloud datacenters that power the world’s largest online services. We are seeking an **Integrated Planning Director - AI Portfolio** with experience in Project Scheduling/Planning, data analytics and business intelligence to join the Global Project Controls (GPC) team within CO+I Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC). The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in managing the team's Rhythm of Business (ROB) and collaborating with both internal and cross-functional team counterparts. Your responsibilities will include overseeing team participation in key business deliverables, running business reviews, and engaging in strategic business planning activities. You will work closely with internal stakeholders and Microsoft teams to create and implement execution plans, ensuring alignment for strategic initiatives across various functions within your area of ownership. Additionally, the candidate will track and report on success criteria and performance metrics, such as Objectives and Key Results (OKRs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), to measure the quality, adoption, usage, impact, and effectiveness of the program. Finally, understanding the organization's strategy and deliverables for the upcoming years will support fiscal year budgeting and resource management planning in collaboration with the Leadership Team.  The ideal candidate should have a well-rounded understanding of Construction Project Controls or Construction Management practices and principles. Also, they must have a high level of attention to detail, excellent technical writing skills, and the ability to meet deadlines; be highly collaborative, self-motivated, problem solving, and comfortable with taking the lead on projects/initiatives. This role is located either in one or all hub locations - **Atlanta, GA, Redmond, WA, San Antonio, TX or Phoenix, AZ, Washington DC.** Relocation support will be provided, and successful candidates should relocate or reside within 50 miles of the hub office location. This role is eligible for hybrid or remote work, up to 50% from home. 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 Planning and Strategy:** + You will lead the delivery of AI Portfolio project plans, including timelines and resource allocation to guide the execution of datacenter construction projects. + You will lead AI portfolio level planning, ensuring compliance to business OKRs and scheduling standards, providing guidance and direction to cross-functional teams. + Manage cross-functional teams, including engineers, procurement, and construction to ensure project milestones are met and deliverables are completed on time. + Develop and lead planning and scheduling standards and process, while ensuing consistency with global standards and strategic priorities. + Responsible for coordination and planning input into Portfolio Health reviews aligning with Cost and risk teams to manage risk to project delivery. + Monitor project risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate potential issues. + Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders across EPC and partnering groups including Energy, Land Development, Permitting. + Continuously improve project management processes and tools to increase efficiency and effectiveness. **Team Leadership and Management:** + Provides leadership and direction across the planning portfolio and partnering teams, leading employees and vendors throughout the project lifecycle. + Utilizes direction and strategy from leadership to help create and execute plans that shift current priorities to new organizational initiatives and objectives.  + Assign tasks and responsibilities to team members, ensuring alignment with project goals and individual strengths. + Foster a collaborative and high-performing team environment, promoting open communication and knowledge sharing. + Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and identify opportunities for professional development. **Project** **/Program** **Management** **:** + Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring that each project meets its objectives and is delivered on time. + Provide integrated planning input to support project funding and approvals processes. + Communicate project status, risks, and key milestones to senior management and stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment. + Develop and implement project management processes and tools to increase efficiency and effectiveness. + Provide regular project updates to senior management and other stakeholders. **Qualifications** **Required** **Qualifications:** + Bachelor's Degree AND 6+ years experience in EPC Construction Planning and Scheduling, Program Management, and Data Analysis + OR equivalent experience. + 6+ years of Primavera P6 EPPM experience + 4+ years people management experience + 3+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects **Other Requirements:** + Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements arerequired 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. + **Citizenship & Citizenship Verification:** This role will require access to information that is controlled for export under export control regulations, potentially under the U.S. International Traffic in Arms Regulations or Export Administration Regulations, the EU Dual Use Regulation, and/or other export control regulations.  As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide either proof of their country of citizenship or proof of their U.S. permanent residency or other protected status (e.g., under 8 U.S.C. 1324b(a)(3)) for assessment of eligibility to access the exportcontrolled information. To meet this legal requirement, and as a condition of employment, the successful candidate’s citizenship will be verified with a valid passport. Lawful permanent residents, refugees, and asylees may verify status using other documents, where applicable. **Preferred Qualifications:** + 8+ years of experience as a Planning Manager on Large Data Center Build Projects + Bachelor's Degree AND 10+ years' experience in EPC Construction Planning and Scheduling, program management, data analysis, OR equivalent experience. Technical Program Management M5 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $139,900 - $274,800 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $188,000 - $304,200 per year. Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay (https://careers.microsoft.com/us/en/us-corporate-pay %20 ) Microsoft will accept applications for the role until August 25, 2025. \#COICareers \#EPCCareers Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. 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