Project & Program Manager, Sustainability 

Locations: Helsinki, Dublin, Warsaw, Stockholm, Zurich, Geneva

Job Summary: 

Responsible for delivering the Equinix Operations sustainability program across multiple European countries (Finland, Ireland, Poland, Sweden and Switzerland) aiming to improve data centre energy efficiency primarily, but also other pillars such as renewable energy, water conservation, phasing out harmful refrigerants, and the circular economy. Ensuring that sustainability is advocated wider than technical solutions. Accountable for managing the interface between Country Operation teams, regional management, the EMEA PMO and EMEA-wide counterparts.   

Accountabilities and Responsibilities  

Project/Program Management and delivery 

• In conjunction with the subregional sr mechanical engineer, Data Centre managers and the Regional Sustainability Teams, hold responsibility for developing long-term (5 years +) sustainability programs per Data Centre, as per ISO 50 001. 

• Support the Engineering dept and Data Centre managers to prepare and scope individual projects, including Project Charters, project breakdown on tasks and milestones, time schedules, identifying risks and issues. 

• Accountable for achieving subregional sustainability KPIs 

• Oversee the program delivery, report on progress vs target to sr management and implement change management based on business priorities 

• Support the country teams to correctly report on sustainability CAPEX spend, forecast, budget preparation, projects execution and timeline   

• Support Engineering colleagues and Data Center Managers in identifying and exploiting energy, carbon and water reduction opportunities associated with the planned replacement of End of Life critical assets. 

• Accountable for the preparation, submission and approval of business cases in a timely manner ahead of project execution 

• Monitor PUE/WUE on subregional and Country level and action on any inconsistency   

• Record case studies, best practices and lessons learned to influence global sustainability strategy 

• Be the contact person for any Sustainability initiative in the region and distribute the information to the Country teams. 

Stakeholder Management  

• The role demands close collaboration with cross-functional departments and teams within the subregion, EMEA and global teams. 

• Build relationships with leaders of other departments to achieve mutual goals. 

• Excellent communication abilities and the ability to influence stakeholders through data-based evidence is required for this role  

• Must be experienced in working within complex organisations where change can require to pivot at pace.  

• Fosters and supports an atmosphere of interdependence, collaboration, and open communication among teams  

• Act as a link between stakeholders to ensure that their understanding is comprehensive and clear regardless of their role or skillset. 

Risk Management  

• Manage risks at program level and support local teams to manage the project level and unlock opportunities. Report on risks and issues to management and drive and support the team on the resolution of escalation. 

Knowledge and Experience  

• 5+ years' experience running strategic projects and programs, preferably within data centres and/or other critical infrastructure facilities. 

• Good to have working knowledge and experience of Data Centre MEP infrastructure, design operating principles. 

• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and collaboratively within a highly technical mission-critical environment. 

• Detailed understanding of project/program management principles and disciplines. 

• Demonstrable knowledge of the construction process and experience  

Skills and Attributes  

Critical Thinking and Decision Making  

• Use logic and reasoning to investigate technical issues and formulate solutions. 

• Highly disciplined and organised with an analytical mindset.  

• Prioritise between conflicting objectives to meet deadlines.  

Leadership  

• Employ situational leadership skills and behaviours to optimise the output of inter-department collaboration.  

• Foster an environment of cross-collaboration with an openness to growth and frequent changes.  

• Positive attitude and ability to motivate teams during difficult parts of projects  

• Ability to conduct meetings with global participants (with proficient, fluent use of English Language) to achieve targeted outcomes. 

• Able to give and receive constructive criticism and escalate issues in a timely manner to ensure effective teamwork and program success 

Qualifications 

• Extensive experience preferred relating to Sustainability targets, projects and energy reduction techniques within Data Centres or mission-critical environments.  

• Diploma to a Bachelor's Degree preferred. 

• PMP, Lean Six Sigma or other certification preferred 

• Other languages (Swedish, Finnish, Polish, German, French) are a plus