APAC Portfolio Project Manager

Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO&I) is the team behind the cloud.  Within CO&I, the Engineering Procurement and Construction (EPC) team is responsible for delivering core datacenter infrastructure for Microsoft’s cloud business. The MS portfolio consists of complex, multi-disciplinary, large scale, multi-year datacenter construction and lease projects. We are looking for a passionate, high-energy individual to help build the cloud datacenters that power the world’s largest online services.  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.    The APAC Portfolio Manager manages the governance and support the deployment of large-scale, campus, and regionally based datacenter delivery solutions, with accountability for safe, predictable, compliant, and high-quality construction, integration, commissioning, and speed to market.   The APAC Portfolio Manager combines technical, commercial, organizational, and people leadership capability. The role partners with regional leaders, local project teams, internal stakeholders, consultants, authorities, general contractors, and vendors to make timely data-based decisions and deliver complex, multi-disciplinary projects in line with DCD guidelines, approved baselines, contracted milestones, and Microsoft values.

Portfolio Governance and Business Rhythm  Coordinate APAC governance meetings, portfolio reviews, and leadership forums.  Prepare agendas and materials; track decisions, actions, and commitments.  Support project meetings with a safety- and security-first approach.  Turn leadership decisions into clear cross-functional actions.  Project Tracking, Analytics, and Executive Reporting  Track project cost, schedule, scope, milestones, and KPIs.  Consolidate APAC portfolio health, risks, and escalations.  Produce consistent executive reports and briefing materials.  Risk Mitigation, Safety, and Regulation  Maintain portfolio risks, mitigations, actions, owners, and decisions.  Monitor safety and security metrics and report issues to leadership.  Promote regulatory compliance and a safety-first culture.  Support audits and incident investigations.  Budget, Controls, and Financial Acumen  Monitor budgets, project controls, approvals, changes, and payments.  Identify cost-effective delivery options and recommend solutions.  Vendor Selection and Management  Support RFPs, expenditure requests, and project approvals.  Monitor vendor performance, compliance, cash flow, and budgets.  Cross-Functional Integration and Goal Alignment  Align Engineering, Operations, Legal, Controls, Planning, Cost, Supply Chain, EPC, Sustainability, and Security teams.  Coordinate APAC-wide initiatives and track implementation.  Share process updates that improve cost, cycle time, and efficiency.  Continuous Improvement, Standardization, and AI-Enabled Innovation  Share lessons learned and standardize  effective practices across APAC.  Coordinate approved AI use cases for reporting, risk insights, action tracking, and knowledge management.  Pilot and scale practical AI-enabled workflows with functional and digital teams.  Embody Our Culture and Values  Demonstrate Microsoft culture and values in every interaction.

Required / Minimum Qualifications  Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND 5+ years related experience OR equivalent experience.  Experience delivering construction or capital projects within a regional, multi-country, or portfolio-level environment.  Demonstrated experience in project governance, reporting, and stakeholder communication with leadership.  Additional or Preferred Qualifications  Bachelor's Degree in Construction Project Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field AND 8+ of progressive