02 oct
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Microsoft
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Madrid
The key responsibilities of the Southern and Eastern Europe ITIM Sub-Regional Lead include, but are not limited to: Provide technical direction across design, beneficial use, telco integration, network readiness, procurement sequencing, and construction execution. Ensure adherence to global processes, SOPs, Division 1 specifications, and standards. Ensure strong collaboration with SAP, E2E, DCD, and general engineering teams to maintain alignment on delivery models. Ensure compliance with procurement processes, cost reviews, 3 quote requirements, and PO sequencing. Lead incident escalation, risk mitigation, and adherence to safe work practices across build and lease environments. Ensure quality processes are embedded, including commissioning readiness, documentation reviews, and turnover/acceptance compliance. Coordinate meetings and activities of vendors, cost managers, and integration of lessons learned in support of the Data Center Integration & Construction Project Management Teams. Responsible for successfully meeting & exceeding all OKR's for the Southern and Eastern Europe Sub-Region - around Predictability, Cost, Safety, Schedule & Quality. Work collaboratively with all partner teams (E2E, DCE, CIA, AHN, DCD, DCOps, Cost, GSC, LIP, DCI-NE, AI/GPU etc.) in support of the successful development of Data Center Projects in line with business requirements. Track lessons learned and apply to continuously improve processes and outcomes. Provide FTE & Vendor oversight and performance management, as required. Manage compliance with prior audit results and recommendations.
Provide regular reports and updates to Regional CO+I LT on project progress. Identify & manage project risks helping with support & guidance on mitigation strategies. Lead the execution of all Southern and Eastern Europe datacentre build projects, ensuring predictable delivery of RNI and Integration scope milestones. Drive strategic alignment with EMEA leadership on capacity planning, portfolio priorities, delivery risks, and long-range forecasting. Oversee simultaneous delivery of high MW, high complexity projects—including accelerated AI builds, Class A new builds and expansions. Lead, coach, and develop Integration & Technical Infrastructure Managers and vendor personnel across Central West Europe metros. Champion team culture, accountability, and performance—ensuring equitable workload distribution and proactive risk ownership. Ability to maintain a broader perspective, identify and evaluate opportunities to enhance the business through cross-group collaboration. Ability to align teams' expectations with organizational/ inter-departmental goals through clear prioritization. Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, Construction Management,
or Electrical Trade qualified candidate with a demonstrated background in the delivery of large-scale complex projects. Proven experience in data centre construction, telecom integration, or mission critical infrastructure delivery. Proven leadership of large, multidisciplinary technical teams in complex, high pressure environments. High ownership, judgment, and ability to navigate ambiguity. Demonstrated understanding of commissioning, fibre networks, security infrastructure, telecoms design, and EPC/GC delivery models. Experience managing builds and leases within accelerated / compressed delivery schedules. Demonstrated ability to manage stakeholder relationships, handle escalations, and influence outcomes across matrixed organizations. Self-starter with demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities, projects, key initiatives, and deadlines simultaneously. Cross-group collaborator and influencer across teams and organizations with proven success in participating in cross-functional teams to deliver on key projects. Been an effective people manager - demonstrated experience of leading/growing a team. Empathy led people leader who fosters psychological safety, accountability, and high performance. High personal standard to deliver a thoughtful, polished, and quality work product. Strategic thinking with ability to translate business priorities into delivery execution. Demonstrated communication and escalation management skills across internal and external stakeholders. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
📌 ITIM Sub-regional lead (Madrid)
🏢 Microsoft
📍 Madrid