Regional Commissioning Lead - Melbourne, Australia at Microsoft

Natte Yallock, Victoria, Australia -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

07 Jan, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Project Management, Data Center Commissioning, Construction QA/QC, Electrical Systems, Mechanical Systems, Issue Identification, Vendor Management, Commissioning Scripts, MS Office, MS Project, MS Visio, MS Teams, Construction Experience, Data Center Operations, Test Equipment, Quality Assurance, Process Management

Industry

Software Development

Description

Overview Overview Microsoft Cloud Operations + Innovation (MCO+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, high-energy individual to help build the network that powers the world’s largest online services. The CO+I Commissioning team is responsible for managing the testing & commissioning of new data centre capacity for CO+I. Through development of leading program management and construction processes, this team is chartered with managing workflow across vertically and horizontally aligned project managers and virtual teams to successfully deliver multi-million-dollar, multi-year data centre construction programs. As a Commissioning Manager, you will work with data centre architects, engineers, construction managers, network engineers, data centre operations teams and finance teams to streamline and improve data centre capacity delivery. You will execute against scope, schedule, and budget to deliver the latest generation of data centre technology to Microsoft’s Online Services. You shall be responsible for ensuring the project is commissioned in accordance with Microsoft's standards and directly manage the process for projects in the Melbourne, Australia and support other Commissioning Projects in APAC Region. 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. Responsibilities Responsibilities Business Processes Reports to the CO+I ANZ Sub-Region Commissioning Lead Primary responsibility for assigned metro commissioning projects with secondary responsibility for other CO+I commissioning projects for the region Create and/or maintain best practices to identify and incorporate quality and cost-effective solutions. Manage the contracted Commissioning Agent assigned to Data Center construction projects in Melbourne, Australia & APAC region. Construction site inspections to review QA/QC and commissioning process. Drive the project Commissioning process including scope and schedule. International travel may be required. Communications Regularly reviews Construction Progress, QA/QC, Commissioning progress, issues, and KPI metrics to report tob management. Coordinate meetings and activities of vendor project managers including integration of lessons-learned. Manage client representatives and partners to define and align on scope, schedule, and budget. Attend scheduled owner/architect/contractor (OAC) and other project meetings, and report as necessary. Report Project Progress on scope, schedule, and budget weekly or as required. Accountability Responsible for developing, managing, and reporting on scope, schedule of the Commissioning Process for CO+I Projects. Manage the Commissioning process for Melbourne, Australia region Projects. Reporting of the Commissioning process to management on a regular basis. Work independently in support of the CO+I Program. Strategy and Development Manage data center commissioning project delivery strategy in alignment with the CO+I road map strategy. Refines practices/policies and develops methods/techniques for driving solutions including development of commissioning procedures. Provides input to long-term delivery strategy and incorporates requirements into the project execution plans. Vendor Management and contract compliance Provide Vendor oversight and performance management (Scorecard driven). Preparation of RFP's, PER's, and other project approval tools & templates. Relocation / travel required to defined location Qualifications Required/Minimum Skills & Qualifications: 7+ years relevant technical engineering experience Or Bachelor's Degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Building Services, Technology, Computer Science or related field AND 5+ years technical engineering experience At least 5 years’ experience in Data Center facility construction and/or commissioning At least 5 years of construction experience At least 5 years of experience with electrical and mechanical test equipment Data Center Commissioning Construction QA/QC Project Management Data Center Operation and Maintenance Understanding of UPS systems, switchgear, generators and critical mechanical systems Able to develop and write detailed Commissioning Scripts Issue identification and resolution management Proficiency with MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint), MS Visio, MS Project, MS Teams This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled. Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. 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 with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations.

Responsibilities

The Regional Commissioning Lead is responsible for managing the testing and commissioning of new data center capacity, ensuring projects are delivered on scope, schedule, and budget. This role involves collaboration with various teams and managing the commissioning process for projects in Melbourne and the APAC region.