The Lead Planning & Scheduling Program Manager at Microsoft Cloud Operations and Innovation will oversee the establishment and governance of Plan of Record schedules for the global data center portfolio. This role requires expertise in planning strategy and schedule development, utilizing sound methodologies to create realistic and defendable schedules. The successful candidate will work closely with cross-functional teams to improve schedule quality and predictability while acting as a trusted advisor to leadership. The position emphasizes collaboration, continuous improvement, and high-quality outcomes.

• Bachelor's Degree AND 6+ years experience in engineering, product/technical program management, data analysis, or product development OR equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of experience managing cross-functional and/or cross-team projects.
• Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements.

• Support global planning initiatives to improve schedule quality, governance, predictability, and consistency across EPC Project Controls programs.
• Drive standardization of planning and scheduling practices including baseline governance and change management processes.
• Partner with Central Project Controls Estimating, Cost, Risk, regional planning leadership, and cross-functional partners to align global strategy with regional execution needs.
• Provide program progress updates to the Central Project Controls and EPC Leadership Team.
• Act as a subject matter expert in Primavera P6 EPPM and integrated master schedule best practices.
• Support the development of enhanced reporting solutions working closely with the Reporting and Analytics Team.
• Lead change management efforts for the planning initiative and develop program processes and guidance documentation.
• Present strategic insights, recommendations, and program updates to Director-level stakeholders.

• Employees at Microsoft are often offered comprehensive, “world-class” benefits—including health and mental-wellness programs, competitive pay with bonuses and stock awards, and retirement/savings options. Time-off and flexibility are common, with generous vacation and holidays, parental and caregiver leave, and flexible work schedules, alongside learning support, employee resource groups, product discounts, and matching-gifts/volunteering programs. Specific benefits can vary by region.