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About the Role

The Construction Project Manager is responsible for independently leading the delivery of complex, mission-critical data center construction projects across Australia. This role manages projects from initiation through design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and turnover while ensuring alignment with business objectives, budget commitments, quality standards, and schedule requirements. As a recognized subject matter expert, the Construction Project Manager drives project execution excellence, develops business cases and improvement initiatives, contributes to construction standards and best practices, and provides guidance to project teams and stakeholders across disciplines. The role partners closely with Design, Procurement, Operations, Engineering, Network, and external vendor organizations to successfully deliver data center capacity and infrastructure investments.

Responsibilities

Independently lead complex data center construction projects from inception through handover
Manage project scope, budget, schedule, quality, risk, and operational readiness objectives
Develop and review business cases, project plans, cost forecasts, and delivery strategies
Ensure construction activities are executed in accordance with company standards, safety requirements, and regulatory obligations
Lead project governance, status reporting, issue resolution, and executive communications
Direct and coordinate architects, engineers, consultants, contractors, suppliers, and commissioning partners
Oversee ground-up construction, expansions, renovations, retrofits, and critical infrastructure upgrades
Monitor project performance metrics and implement corrective actions as needed
Evaluate construction methods, procurement strategies, and delivery approaches to improve outcomes
Ensure project documentation is complete and maintained throughout the project lifecycle
Serve as an experienced construction PM experienced in managing mission-critical/data delivery
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of construction standards, processes, tools, and methodologies
Identify opportunities to improve project delivery efficiency, cost performance, quality, and risk management
Support lessons learned reviews and knowledge-sharing initiatives across the organization
Build and maintain effective relationships with internal stakeholders and external partners
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Design, Procurement, Operations, Finance, Legal, and IT
Manage vendor performance, contract compliance, change management, and commercial considerations
Influence decision-making through data-driven recommendations and strong project leadership

Requirements

GC background
Minimum requirement experience in project delivery in complex builds from adjacent industries
Ability to manage multiple concurrent construction projects through planning, design, procurement, construction, commissioning, and handover
Demonstrated experience in project controls including budgeting, forecasting, scheduling, risk management, and change management
Experience managing general contractors, consultants, suppliers, and commissioning providers
Proven ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive project outcomes without direct authority

Skills

Strong learning mindset
Receptive to coaching
Hold all stakeholders to account
Open to constructive feedback
Data center experience
Strong understanding of mechanical, electrical, and plumbing (MEP) systems supporting critical infrastructure environments
Strong analytical skills
Strong communication skills
Strong negotiation skills
Strong problem-solving skills

Location

Australia

Work Type

Permanent
Full-time

Experience Level

Minimum requirement experience in project delivery in complex builds from adjacent industries

Education Level

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Construction Management, Architecture, or Trade qualification with relevant project experience

Salary/Compensations

Salary package including annual bonus, health allowance and company shares

Benefits

Free access to onsite gyms
EV chargers
Wealth of company, financial and wellness employee benefits
Develop expertise across all Australian construction projects, with future prospect to lean into projects across the region in future years
Reporting to a Director who will be focused on given the successful candidate support, ongoing training and development and guidance in the role
Role stability within booming industry
Strong career growth opportunities (role is to backfill internal promotion)
Work on complex, mission critical projects
Client-side move
Mission-critical construction
Australian portfolio
Strong development
Regional exposure
Growing industry

About the Company

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.

Equal Opportunity

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.
Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.