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Microsoft · 5 days ago

Principal Program Manager

San Antonio, TX

Full-time

Onsite

Senior Level

$138K/yr - $267K/yr

6+ years exp

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Responsibilities

Develop and establish a data center project execution framework leveraging Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) and Last Planner methodologies and techniques across a portfolio of projects.

Implement collaborative planning while de-constraining and de-risking the path of construction.

Work closely with regional construction leaders and Program Managers to identify optimization/acceleration opportunities and develop effective strategies to implement them.

Facilitate the process of adopting Advanced Work Packaging (AWP) through a comprehensive and systemic change management approach across the Enginering, Procurement, Construction (EPC) organization. Act as an empowered and respected change agent.

You will be dedicated entirely to supporting the transition to Advanced Work Packaging for planning purposes and Last Planner techniques for execution excellence. Your primary focus will be on fostering a spirit of collaboration and getting the entire team on board with AWP and Last Planner methodologies.

Demonstrate real, positional authority in Data Center Delivery (DCD), across the entire project team, and throughout the Data Center project lifecycle. They are much more than a consultant or advisor who makes recommendations.

You will be the go-to person for Advanced Work Packaging questions and have a deep technical understanding of AWP systems and processes, and intimately familiar with AWP roles and responsibilities.

On a day-to-day basis, you will work directly with DCD teams, organize group training, and provide one-on-one coaching. On pilot projects, you will customize templates and revise workflows. Throughout the project, the AWP Subject Matter Expert will proactively identify internal roadblocks and work to address them by creating custom-fit AWP solutions for the project or the organization.

Develop and establish path of construction project execution framework and experience identifying schedule constraints at both project and portfolio levels.

Describe the rationale for the breakdown and allocation of the project scope of work. Document the critical interfaces between work packages and how those interfaces will be managed.

Outline the processes used for communication between the people and teams responsible for work packages and deliverables.

Describe how the project intends to implement the Knowledge Management Plan. Detail how the project will ensure the progressive integration of critical activities in line with ISO 21500 (Integration)

Develop strategic relationships and collaborative processes with internal EPC stakeholders in datacenter design, supply chain, risk management, End 2 End program management, and with General Contractors and Trade Partners to manage project on time and predictability of construction delivery.

Collaborate closely with key stakeholders across departments, including executives, business leaders, and technical teams. Foster partnerships and establish effective communication channels to gather requirements, provide updates, and ensure alignment with construction delivery optimization and growth initiatives.

Solid experience in deploying a construction progress monitoring system and developing portfolio performance management strategy.

Qualification

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Project managementConstruction project managementAdvanced work packaging (AWP)Last plannerLean methodologyMicrosoft OfficeLeadershipProblem-solvingConstruction InnovationAnalytical SkillsCollaboration

Required

Bachelor's Degree AND 6+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience.

3+ years experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.

3+ years experience in Leadership experience in Construction Project Management and delivery.

3+ years experience in Advanced Work Packaging (AWP), Last Planner, and Lean methodology implementation experience.

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role.

Preferred

Proven success in leading project delivery on a portfolio of medium-to-large-scale projects across mission critical industries.

Experience working cross-functionally and leading optimization efforts that drive impactful change.

Creative problem-solving, analytical skills to drive key insights and collaboration across global teams within and outside the organization.

Previous experience leading construction innovation and transformation initiatives.

Company

Microsoft

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Microsoft is a software corporation that develops, manufactures, licenses, supports, and sells a range of software products and services.

Founded in 1975

Redmond, Washington, USA

10,001+ employees

https://www.microsoft.com

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