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Microsoft Corporation Data Center Project Manager (Network & IT) in Oslo, Norway

In alignment with our Microsoft values, we are committed to cultivating an inclusive work environment for all employees to positively impact our culture every day and we need you as a Datacenter Project Manager ( DCPM ).

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 100 datacenters and 1 million 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 datacenter 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.

Do you want to empower billions across the world? Come and join us in CO+I and be at the forefront of the action!

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Responsibilities

As a successful Datacenter Project Manager, your success will be measured by:

  • Learning and living the One Microsoft culture and values. Lead through change by bringing clarity, generating energy, and delivering success.

  • Empowering a culture of safety and security in global datacenter operations by complying with CO+I’s safety programs and policies and completing compliance knowledge assessments.

  • Developing positive working relationships with internal teams and external stakeholders.

As a successful Datacenter Project Manager, your day-to-day work will include:

  • Create and manage end-to-end project plans and ensure on time delivery.

  • Plan, manage, and communicate end-to-end project plans with stakeholders and teams.

  • Perform day to day project check-in and update to manage project delivery and quality.

  • Perform demand readiness tasks (e.g. reservations, ordering, scheduling resources, submitting requirements) and coordinate/support execution

  • Identify risks, gaps, and opportunities and communicate to stakeholders and other teams to drive resolution.

  • Gather and provide feedback on lessons learned, best practices, and innovations on process/procedures and tools to improve efficiencies and productivity.

  • Embody our culture and values .

Qualifications

For this role, you are welcome to apply if you meet the following Required Qualifications :

  • Good academic background and/or demonstratable level of relevant experience within the industry.

While not required, we also look for the following Preferred Qualifications:

  • Proven experience in Critical Environment infrastructures (e.g., UPS, Generator, AHU) or working in physical IT infrastructures (e.g., Servers, SANs, Networking, Capacity, DC Rack/Enclosures, structured cabling).

  • Technical College degree in Computer Science, Math, Telecommunications, Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or related field.

  • Applicable certifications: ASICS/Inventory Control, CompTIA, Microsoft, Network Certifications, PMP, ITIL, CDCP.

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.

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. Consistent with applicable law, 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 and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application process, read more about requesting accommodations (https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/accessibility.html) .

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