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Design Process and Optimisation Manager

Equinix is the largest global data center and colocation provider, facilitating secure interconnection for businesses worldwide.

Equinix

Employee count: 5000+

Salary: 103k-184k USD

United States only

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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.

This position is within the Global Design and Construction team (over 300no. people) who deliver over 70no. construction projects globally per year (in excess of $4B annual capex).

GDC’s Global Process and Optimisation team is accountable for the development and roll out of global design focused process and optimization initiatives within our design and construction delivery team. The GPO team is also responsible for monitoring and reporting on the design KPIs and aiding delivery teams.

Job Summary

-Working with our Hyperscale project delivery teams to develop design processes and systems, aimed specifically to support this type of large construction project and the end user clients.

-Working with the internal product owners to define how product information is defined for use by external teams, and how this is maintained and continually improved.

-Develop expert knowledge of design processes for Hyperscale projects and train project teams in the use of systems and processes to support the most efficient delivery.

Responsibilities

Builds effective relationships with global stakeholders for:

Planning

  • Inputs into strategic business cases

  • Plans large scale and/or complex programs often leading multiple functional teams (internally and externally) to deliver strategic business cases.

Stakeholder Management

  • Works extensively with internal and external global stakeholders and likely to work with customers to build effective relationships and define effective processes

Communications

  • Has multiple communication responsibilities for: i.e. local, global and external consultant communication and engagement

Risk Management

  • Work with teams to develop and use risk management tools

  • When faced with issues applies lateral thinking and analyses available information to solve complex problems and put into process for other teams to benefit

Project/Program Delivery

  • Responsible for delivery of company wide/regional strategic process development, with other program managers.

  • Responsible for implementing processes and procedures to aid in design and construction project controls and oversight.

  • Responsible for specific engagement in process improvement for Hyperscale projects, with internal & external stakeholders

  • Delivery training for the projects teams on process improvements and changes

  • Work with internal teams to define navigation of and location of resources, aligned to Global design processes within the company.

Resource Management (people, finances etc.)

  • Responsible for external resources where required to deliver complex and large strategic programs and controls

Qualifications

  • 5+ years experience preferred within the Data Centre space

  • Diploma to a Bachelor's Degree preferred in building services, architectural, mechanical or electrical disciplines

  • Managing Successful Programs Foundation certification preferred

The United States targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:•San Francisco, CA / Bay Area: $122,000 to $184,000 per year•California (Non-SF/Bay Area), Connecticut, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Washington state: $114,000 to $170,000 per year•Colorado, Nevada, Rhode Island: $103,000 to $155,000 per yearOur pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.This position may be offered in other locations. Your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. Details about our company benefits can be found at the following link:USA Benefits eBook

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix’s success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we’re providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you’ll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.

US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.

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.

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Equinix (Nasdaq: EQIX) is the world's digital infrastructure company, enabling digital leaders to harness a trusted platform to bring together and interconnect the foundational infrastructure that powers their success. Founded in 1998 in Silicon Valley, Equinix was established as a vendor-neutral multitenant data center provider where competing networks could securely connect and share data traffic. Today, Equinix operates data centers and provides colocation services across the globe, connecting businesses to their partners and customers.

Equinix prides itself on creating an environment where digital leaders can innovate and thrive. With a focus on scalability, reliability, and security, Equinix’s platform allows its customers to quickly adapt to changing market conditions. The company's data centers serve as a backbone for many industries, including finance, manufacturing, retail, and transportation. By enabling interconnection and providing access to diverse ecosystems of networks, cloud providers, and partners, Equinix positions itself as a vital player in the expanding digital economy.

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