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Construction Project Engineer

Microsoft· Construction Project Management
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Phoenix, AZ$97.6k - $188.4kFull-timePosted 3w ago

About the role

Microsoft Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I) seeks a Construction Project Engineer to support data center construction and infrastructure projects, emphasizing safety, security, quality, schedule, and cost with data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

  • Change Management: Works closely with internal CO+I and other stakeholders to ensure new processes are followed, increasing cost savings and improving cycle-time and efficiencies.
  • Coordination: Attends owner/architect/contractor and other project meetings; coordinates vendor and cost manager activities; advocates for safety and security considerations during planning.
  • Drives Results: Facilitates delivery of local projects (e.g., new construction, infrastructure improvements) with data-based recommendations and minimal guidance; builds team rapport to meet project goals and priorities.
  • Financial Acumen: Applies cost-effective solutions and provides information to assist senior leaders in strategy development with minimal guidance.
  • Goal Alignment: Establishes relationships with internal teams to maintain corporate vision and goals with minimal guidance.
  • Managing Resources: Verifies availability of scoped resources and procures additional materials as needed.
  • Project Management: Supports data center construction/integration activities and provides recommendations on fit-out activities with emphasis on security in documentation, design, and execution.
  • Project Tracking: Provides data supporting cost, KPI metrics, invoices, processes, and policies; reports on scope, schedule, standards, and budget with minimal guidance.
  • Risk Mitigation: Develops risk mitigation activities and communicates metrics, dashboards, and scorecards to drive progress; analyzes safety and security metrics to drive action.
  • Safety and Regulation: Adheres to safety standards and regulatory requirements (e.g., OSHA); assists with safety program audits and incident investigations.
  • Technical Acumen: Provides feedback on engineering documentation and plans; analyzes risks and ensures adherence to security priorities.
  • Vendor Management: Monitors vendor/contractor performance and ensures compliance with security policies and contracts; presents reports to leadership.
  • Vendor Selection: Assists with preparing RFPs, PERs, and other project approval tools and templates.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years related experience OR equivalent experience.
  • Preferred: Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND 8+ years related experience OR equivalent experience.
  • 7+ years experience working on data center projects.

Skills

Required:Project managementSafety and regulatory compliance

Benefits

  • Benefits are available; see company information for details.
Last updated Oct 2, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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