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Equinix

Senior Construction Project Manager

Place: Sao Paulo · Rio de Janeiro · Barueri · Santana de Parnaíba
Posted: Yesterday

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The role

Who are we?

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.

Summary

The Senior Construction Project Manager is responsible for leading the day-to-day execution and strategic direction of multiple large-scale capital construction projects, with a focus on data center and mission-critical environments. This role oversees project delivery from planning through completion, manages complex stakeholder and vendor relationships, and ensures projects are delivered safely, on schedule, within budget, and in compliance with applicable codes, standards, and internal controls. The position also provides leadership to project teams and mentors junior team members.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage multiple large capital construction projects simultaneously.

Provide project leadership for ground-up construction, renovations, remodels, infrastructure upgrades, and facility replacement projects.

Ensure projects meet or exceed business objectives related to scope, schedule, budget, quality, and safety.

Direct and coordinate external partners, including general contractors, architectural and engineering firms, commissioning agents, equipment suppliers, and specialty consultants.

Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors and key project stakeholders.

Collaborate with Design, Procurement, Operations, IT, and Network teams to resolve complex project challenges.

Support the development and execution of contract administration processes, including contract review, change orders, cost forecasting, and project documentation.

Monitor project risks and implement mitigation strategies throughout the project lifecycle.

Contribute to the development of training initiatives and provide cross-functional knowledge sharing.

Mentor and support junior project managers and other team members.

Drive continuous improvement initiatives and contribute to best-in-class construction management policies, procedures, and governance.

Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety requirements, local regulations, building codes, and internal controls.

Travel as required to support project execution, site inspections, stakeholder meetings, and construction oversight activities.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

Significant professional experience managing large-scale capital construction projects.

Proven experience delivering Data Center and mission-critical construction projects.

Strong experience in commercial construction and contractor management.

Demonstrated experience leading complex construction projects from design through commissioning and handover.

Experience managing multiple vendors, contractors, consultants, and project partners simultaneously.

Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence and drive alignment across cross-functional teams.

Experience working in matrixed environments and influencing without direct authority.

Strong negotiation, schedule management, budget management, and risk management capabilities.

Knowledge of quality management, construction safety, building codes, regulatory compliance, and internal controls.

Experience leading multidisciplinary project teams and mentoring less experienced professionals.

Fluency in English, both written and verbal.

Availability to travel regularly to support project execution and construction oversight activities.

Availability to travel to project sites in Rio de Janeiro as business needs require.

Availability for regular travel and site presence in Barueri and Santana de Parnaíba.

Preferred Qualifications

Professional experience managing hyperscale, colocation, enterprise, or cloud data center projects.

Experience with commissioning and start-up activities in mission-critical facilities.

Experience in large-scale infrastructure modernization and capacity expansion projects.

Experience contributing to the development of construction management standards, governance, and best practices.

Project Management certification(s) or construction-related professional certification(s).

Primary office:

SP3 – Avenida Marcos Penteado de Ulhoa Rodrigues 249 Santana de Parnaiba- SP 06543-001 Brazil

Hybrid work model: 2 days per week in the office, with the remaining days working remotely.

Additional travel and project presence may be required in:

Rio de Janeiro, RJ

Barueri, SP

Santana de Parnaíba, SP

São Paulo

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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This posting is for a backfill position, meaning it is to fill an existing vacancy within our organization.