Global leader in data center and interconnection services, enabling digital transformation.
Lead commercial oversight of large-scale data center construction projects
7 days ago ago
$220,000 - $360,000
Expert & Leadership (13+ years)
Full Time
Chicago, IL
Office Full-Time
Company Size
10,000 Employees
Service Specialisms
Data center colocation
Interconnection services
Smart Hands / remote support
Software-defined interconnection
Network Edge services
Equinix Metal (bare metal)
Equinix Fabric (cloud routing)
Managed services (integration & advisory)
Sector Specialisms
No specialisms available
Role
Description
commercial oversight
procurement
cost modeling
project lifecycle
risk management
leadership reporting
Strategic Impact: You’ll own commercial oversight for high-profile, multi-million-dollar data center builds, driving cost efficiency, risk mitigation, and financial excellence across the region.
Guide procurement and contracting, setting the tone for robust vendor relationships and airtight agreements.
Drive commercial strategy, including budgeting, cost modeling, benchmarking, and value engineering, to maximize ROI and deliver best-in-class results.
Innovation Leadership: Be the catalyst for change—championing best practices, continuous improvement, and new approaches to commercial management in a fast-paced, tech-driven environment.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with visionary leaders in corporate development, legal, and executive management to shape strategies that deliver real business value.
Oversee the full lifecycle of major construction projects, from initial planning to financial close-out, ensuring every milestone is met with precision and purpose.
Report directly to senior leadership, sharing insights, successes, and challenges that shape the company’s future direction.
Lead risk management initiatives, embedding a culture of proactive audit, compliance, and contingency planning.
Team Empowerment: Lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team of Commercial Managers, setting the standard for excellence and nurturing the next generation of industry talent.
Requirements
rics
bachelor
master's
15+ years
visionary leadership
data center
RICS accreditation and a bachelor’s degree in construction, business, finance, or a related field are preferred, with experience in data center pre-construction and estimating required.
Master's degree in construction, business, financial or related field preferred
15+ years of professional experience ideally in data center system design and construction and costing preferred
Visionary leadership and a passion for developing teams and driving organizational growth.
Deep expertise in data center construction, with a track record of delivering complex projects on time and on budget, leveraging your deep preconstruction and estimating background in the data center business.
Benefits
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Training + Development
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Interview process
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Security clearance
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Company
Overview
1998
Year Established
The company was established in 1998, marking the beginning of its journey in providing data center and interconnection services.
25+ Countries
Global Presence
Operates in over 25 countries, showcasing its extensive international reach and capability to serve a global clientele.
200+ Data Centers
Global Infrastructure
Provides essential services through over 200 data centers worldwide, supporting digital ecosystems and business growth.
World’s largest provider of data center and interconnection services.
Offers cutting-edge solutions that enable businesses to scale and adapt to the digital age.
Facilitates high-performance connections for industries like cloud computing, telecommunications, and finance.
Provides services including hybrid cloud solutions, network and application performance optimization, and interconnection for business ecosystems.
At the forefront of advancing global digital transformation through strategic partnerships with leading companies.
Innovative business models drive enterprise infrastructure modernization, ensuring security and compliance.
Culture + Values
Thriving workplace where every colleague is valued and respected for who they are and what they contribute
Foster belonging—cultivating an environment where every employee feels empowered to bring their authentic selves to work
Deliberate inclusion of all perspectives to strengthen decision‑making and business outcomes
Programs to enhance workplace experience and attract high‑performing talent
Environment + Sustainability
Net-zero by 2040
Greenhouse Gas Emissions Target
Committed to achieving net-zero greenhouse gas emissions across all scopes by 2040, verified by Science Based Targets.
50% reduction by 2030
Emission Reduction Target
Reducing Scope 1/2 emissions and fuel/energy-related Scope 3 emissions by half from 2019 levels by 2030.
100% Renewable Energy
Global Portfolio Goal
Aiming to source 100% of energy from renewable sources across all operations by 2030, having reached 96% in 2024.
A-List Recognition
CDP Climate Change
Achieved consecutive years of 'A-List' recognition from CDP for climate change management and transparency.
Target global average PUE of 1.33 by 2030; achieved 1.39 in latest reporting (6% improvement YoY)
Installed 72 MW fuel cells (capable of H₂ blends), avoiding 285,000 MTCO₂e and 382 billion gallons of embedded water use
Consumed 8,560 GWh electricity across 268 data centers in 35 countries, with 1,285 MW of long-term PPAs
Reduced operational Scope 1/2 emissions 24% from 2019 baseline; total 2024 footprint 1,747,700 MTCO₂e
Issued ~$6.9 billion in green bonds to finance green buildings, energy efficiency, renewable energy, and decarbonization projects
Inclusion & Diversity
17% increase
Women Employees Increase
Represents a significant global growth in the number of women employees over the past year.
14% increase
Black/African-American Employees
Signifies a notable rise in the number of U.S.-based Black/African-American employees.
47 organizations
Digital Inclusion Funding
Reflects the number of organizations supported by the foundation to enhance digital access and skills development.
11–37% increase
Employee Volunteer Hours
Highlights the growth in global volunteer hours, with a notable example of 25,300 hours in the latest reporting period.