Senior Campus Planning Manager

Senior Planning Manager Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled Senior Planning Manager to join our team in EMEA. In this role, you will be responsible for leading the delivery of construction schedule support across our portfolio.

About the Role:

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  This is an exciting opportunity to lead the delivery of construction schedule support and play a key role in the evolution of our Project Controls function.

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  You will be responsible for leading the support of our construction management teams, utilizing planning and scheduling to plan, track, and drive Equinix projects.

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  You will also lead campus-wide project planning efforts, building relationships and trust with our GDCP stakeholders to facilitate collaboration and alignment on schedule data.

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  You will provide GC schedule assessment and analysis insights to Project Managers to support data-driven decision making.

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  You will contribute expertise and engage with stakeholders to drive fit-for-purpose solutions.

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  You will actively build relationships with our GCs and support/coach them to ensure Equinix standards are understood and achieved.

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  You will implement regional specifics for planning and scheduling processes and deliverables while ensuring consistency with global standards.

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  You will input to design and drive the benefits of planning and scheduling at campus level using data to produce executive insights, identify trends, and support escalations when needed.

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  You will input to best-in-class customer reporting placing the customer at the centre of our reporting approach.

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  You will provide internal schedule assurance in support of project funding and approvals process and production of due diligence/funding ask L1 schedules.

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  You will ensure consistency of deliverables audit compliance and adherence to planning and scheduling process between projects.

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  You will lead planning and scheduling campus level related initiatives time to market schedule estimates benchmarking etc.

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  You will input to construction productivity tracking initiatives and provide project information supporting such initiatives.

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  You will support the evaluation and adoption of new technology innovations into our construction process and project controls services.

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    Key Responsibilities:

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       Support construction management teams with planning and scheduling.

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       Lead campus-wide project planning efforts.

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       Provide GC schedule assessment and analysis insights.

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       Contribute expertise and drive fit-for-purpose solutions.

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       Build relationships with GCs and ensure Equinix standards are understood and achieved.

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       Implement regional specifics for planning and scheduling processes.

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       Drive the benefits of planning and scheduling at campus level.

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       Input to best-in-class customer reporting.

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        Provide internal schedule assurance.

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        Ensure consistency of deliverables.

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        Lead planning and scheduling campus level related initiatives.

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        Input to construction productivity tracking initiatives.

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        Support the evaluation and adoption of new technology innovations.

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      Requirements:

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         Proven track record of construction planning & scheduling experience at project & campus level preferably within the data centre industry.

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         Experience working with and validating General Contractor schedules and issuing specific technical feedback.

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         Experience in CSA MEP construction planning from Preconstruction through to Commissioning.

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         Excellent working knowledge of planning software – Primavera P6 & Microsoft Project are essential.

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         Ability to work cross-functionally within a matrix org dealing with a variety of stakeholders.

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         Excellent communication & presentation skills.

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         Experience of implementing new technology in construction/project controls would be advantageous.

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        What We Offer:

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          A hybrid role with expected travel up to 50%.

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          An opportunity to work with a talented team in EMEA.

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          A chance to contribute to the evolution of our Project Controls function.

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          The ability to make a real impact on our projects and portfolio.

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          A competitive compensation package including bonus scheme.

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          Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals including those with a disability.

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          Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.

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          Our commitment to diversity and inclusion drives our success.

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          We value diverse perspectives and experiences.

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          We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone feels valued respected and empowered.

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          We believe in treating every individual with dignity and respect.

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          We celebrate our differences and promote equality of opportunity.

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          We are proud to be an Employer of Choice.

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        Contact Information:

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        Please submit your application through our website or contact our HR team for more information.

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        Equal Opportunities Statement:

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        Equinix is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from all suitably qualified candidates.

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        Diversity Statement:

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        We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace culture.

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        Employer Brand Statement:

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        We are passionate about empowering people to succeed.

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        Recruitment Process:

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        Please note that we operate a fair and transparent recruitment process.

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        Disclaimer:

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        Employment Terms:

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