Manages data center inventory and asset operations through cycle audits, delivery records, vendor escorts, warranty returns, stock tracking, and controlled equipment destruction.
About this role
This role sits within Microsoft Cloud Operations + Innovation’s Commissioning team, which delivers new data centre capacity for online services. The manager oversees commissioning for lease projects in Japan, primarily across the Tokyo Metro, while supporting related projects in the NEA region. The work connects architects, engineers, construction managers, network engineers, operations teams, finance teams, vendors, and client representatives.
The position manages the commissioning process from scope and schedule through delivery, including commissioning procedures and standards, construction site inspections, QA/QC reviews, progress reporting, KPI tracking, and issue management. It also coordinates vendor project managers, owner/architect/contractor meetings, lessons learned, and project execution plans, while aligning delivery strategy with the CO+I roadmap.
The posting requires independent management of assigned commissioning projects and regular reporting on scope, schedule, budget, and process status. It does not state a specific degree, certification, technology background, or minimum years of experience as a qualification.
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