Portfolio Planning Manager - EMEA

at  Microsoft

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 MS 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.
In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects. Bachelor’s Degree AND relevant years experience in engineering, technical program management, data analysis, OR equivalent experience.
• Proven track record of delivering large-scale datacenter construction projects on time and to the satisfaction of clients.
• Excellent understanding of Project Planning, Earned Value Management and Key Commodity Tracking and Oracle P6 project planning software.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Familiarity with CPM scheduling methodology and Risk Schedule analysis.
• Great attention to detail, problem-solving skills, ability to work in a fast-paced environment and ability to deliver high-quality work and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and prioritize tasks effectively.
• Ability to present data from a detailed to high-level depending on audience.

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.
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. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations