Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO+I) EPC delivers hyperscale data center programs that support Microsoft's cloud platforms. The Lead Planning & Scheduling Program Manager will establish, develop, and govern Plan of Record (PoR) schedules for the global data center portfolio, acting as the subject matter expert for planning strategy and schedule development from early design through PoR approval and deployment. You will champion industry-leading scheduling practices, ensuring CPM-based, bottom-up schedules that are realistic and defendable, with risk-informed decision-making. This role leads the creation of integrated master schedules, validates durations with labor and material estimates, and drives schedule reliability through scenario modelling, analytics, acceleration exercises, and governance frameworks. You will be a trusted advisor to Project Controls and EPC leaders, influencing planning strategies to improve predictability and delivery outcomes. Preferred location: Redmond, WA; other hubs include Atlanta, GA; San Antonio, TX; Washington, DC; Phoenix, AZ. Relocation assistance is provided; candidates must relocate or reside within 50 miles of hub offices. This role is eligible for hybrid or remote work up to 40%. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and 6+ years in engineering, technical program management, data analysis, or product development; OR equivalent experience. 3+ years cross-functional project management experience. Background check requirements apply. Preferred: 12+ years experience; 8+ years cross-functional; 1+ year coding exposure; advanced Pr

Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation (CO+I) EPC delivers hyperscale data center programs that support Microsoft's cloud platforms. The Lead Planning & Scheduling Program Manager will establish, develop, and govern Plan of Record (PoR) schedules for the global data center portfolio, acting as the subject matter expert for planning strategy and schedule development from early design through PoR approval and deployment. You will champion industry-leading scheduling practices, ensuring CPM-based, bottom-up schedules that are realistic and defendable, with risk-informed decision-making. This role leads the creation of integrated master schedules, validates durations with labor and material estimates, and drives schedule reliability through scenario modelling, analytics, acceleration exercises, and governance frameworks. You will be a trusted advisor to Project Controls and EPC leaders, influencing planning strategies to improve predictability and delivery outcomes. Preferred location: Redmond, WA; other hubs include Atlanta, GA; San Antonio, TX; Washington, DC; Phoenix, AZ. Relocation assistance is provided; candidates must relocate or reside within 50 miles of hub offices. This role is eligible for hybrid or remote work up to 40%. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree and 6+ years in engineering, technical program management, data analysis, or product development; OR equivalent experience. 3+ years cross-functional project management experience. Background check requirements apply. Preferred: 12+ years experience; 8+ years cross-functional; 1+ year coding exposure; advanced Pr