Overview
As a Microsoft Data Center Project Manager (DCPM), you will perform troubleshooting for service incidents, manage assigned projects to meet service delivery objectives as well escalate to appropriate stakeholders to remove obstacles. You will also follow safety policies and procedures and participate in root cause analysis (RCA) of incidents. This job will allow you to build a solid understanding of data center procedures, engage in collaboration across various teams as well as provide mentorship across data centers by sharing best practices.
Microsoft’s Cloud Operations & Innovation (CO+I) is the engine that powers our cloud services. As a CO+I DCPM, you will perform a key role in delivering the core infrastructure and foundational technologies for Microsoft's online services including Bing, Office 365, Xbox, OneDrive, and the Microsoft Azure platform. As a group, CO+I is focused on the personal and professional development for all employees and offers trainings and growth opportunities including Career Rotation Programs, Diversity & Inclusion trainings and events, and professional certifications.
Our infrastructure is comprised of a large global portfolio of more than 200 data centers in 32 countries and millions of servers. Our foundation is built upon and managed by a team of subject matter experts working to support services for more than 1 billion customers and 20 million businesses in over 90 countries worldwide.
With environmental sustainability and optimization at the forefront of our data center design and operations, we continue to grow and evolve as we meet the ever-changing business demands that hold Microsoft as a world-class cloud provider.
Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others, and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.
Responsibilities
- Lead sustainability, energy, and environmental programs across owned and leased datacenter sites.
- Implement and continuously improve certified Environmental and Energy Management Systems (ISO 14001 / ISO 50001).
- Drive operational performance through KPI management, executive reporting, audit readiness, and data-driven governance.
- Lead sustainability and efficiency initiatives aligned with regional objectives and Microsoft’s 2030 commitments, including Carbon Negative, Water Positive, Zero Waste, and ecosystem protection goals.
- Act as the primary site interface for audits, regulatory compliance, environmental governance, and sustainability reporting.
- Maintain executive-level oversight of operational risks, incidents, compliance, and regional DC Operations initiatives.
- Develop and maintain reporting frameworks and dashboards for WUE, PUE, IUE, emissions, audit status, and environmental performance metrics.
- Drive cross-functional and cross-site alignment to ensure governance consistency, operational excellence, and standardized execution.
- Support workforce and resource planning through operational forecasting and readiness management.
- Lead initiatives focused on emissions reduction, biodiversity, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and continuous improvement.
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with clients, suppliers, regulators, and internal stakeholders to support effective delivery and risk reduction.
- Ensure accountability for safety, security, availability, service quality, sustainability, and customer experience.
Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
- Degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Sustainable Energy Engineering, Information Technology, or a related technical field
- Experience in mission-critical operations, including power, cooling, IT, and sustainability
- Knowledge of ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 management systems and compliance processes
- Proven program and change management skills, with the ability to drive operational improvement
- Valid driver's license
**Background Check Requirements: **
Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include, but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings:
- Microsoft Cloud Background Check: This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Solid experience leading mission-critical datacenter operations, including power, cooling, IT, sustainability, and ESG programs across complex environments
- Deep expertise in ISO 14001 and ISO 50001 management systems, including audit readiness, KPI governance, compliance, and risk management
- Experience establishing operational standards and scaling continuous improvement initiatives across teams or sites and driving workforce capability through structured programs and guidance
This position will be open for a minimum of 5 days, with applications accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.
Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, citizenship, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, immigration status, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran or military status, race, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws, regulations and ordinances. If you need assistance with religious accommodations and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about **requesting accommodations.**