Senior Director, Commercial Management

Who are we?

Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company®, shortening the path to connectivity to enable the innovations that enrich our work, life and planet.

A place where bold ideas are welcomed, human connection is valued, and everyone has the opportunity to shape their future.

A career at Equinix means being at the center of shaping what comes next and amplifying customer value through innovation and impact. You'll work across teams, influence key decisions, and help shape the path forward. You'll find belonging, purpose, and a team that welcomes you-because when you feel valued, you're empowered to do your best work.

Shape the Future of Digital Infrastructure

Equinix is the world's digital infrastructure company, where bold ideas drive global innovation, and human connection is at the heart of everything we do. As Senior Director, Commercial Management, you'll be at the forefront of our goal to double our data center footprint and enterprise value from $100B to $200B by 2030, a transformative expansion, leading the charge on major construction projects that power the digital economy.

Why This Role Stands Out

• 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.
• 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.
• 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.

What You'll Do

• Oversee the full lifecycle of major construction projects, from initial planning to financial close-out, ensuring every milestone is met with precision and purpose.
• Drive commercial strategy, including budgeting, cost modeling, benchmarking, and value engineering, to maximize ROI and deliver best-in-class results.
• Guide procurement and contracting, setting the tone for robust vendor relationships and airtight agreements.
• Lead risk management initiatives, embedding a culture of proactive audit, compliance, and contingency planning.
• Report directly to senior leadership, sharing insights, successes, and challenges that shape the company's future direction.

What You Bring

• 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.
• Visionary leadership and a passion for developing teams and driving organizational growth.
• 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.
• 15+ years of professional experience ideally in data center system design and construction and costing preferred
• Master's degree in construction, business, financial or related field preferred

The targeted pay range for this position in the following location is / locations are:

United States - Redwood City Office GHQ : 240,000 - 360,000 USD / Annual

United States - Chicago Office CHO : 220,000 - 330,000 USD / Annual

United States - Ashburn Office AEO : 220,000 - 330,000 USD / Annual

Our pay ranges reflect the minimum and maximum target for new hire pay for the full-time position determined by role, level, and location.The pay range shown is based on our compensation structure in place at the time of posting and may be updated periodically based on business needs. Individual pay is based on additional factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education and/or training.

The targeted pay range listed reflects the base pay only and does not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Employees are eligible for bonus, and equity may be offered depending on the position.

Equinix Benefits

As an employee, you become important to Equinix's success. We ensure all your benefits are in line with our core values: competitive, inclusive, sustainable, connected and efficient. We keep them competitive within the current marketplace to ensure we're providing you with the best package possible. So, wherever you are in your career and life, you'll be able to enhance your experience and bring your whole self to work.

Employee Assistance Program: An Employee Assistance program is available to all employees.
US Benefits: - Insurance: You may enroll in health, life, disability and voluntary plans that are designed for you and your eligible family members. - Retirement: You and Equinix may contribute to a retirement plan to help you plan for your financial future. - Paid Time Off (PTO) and Paid Holidays: You will receive an accrued amount of PTO each pay period along with various paid holidays for you to rest and recharge. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms.

Equinix is committed to ensuring that our employment process is open to all individuals, including those with a disability. If you are a qualified candidate and need assistance or an accommodation, please let us know by completing this form.

Equinix is an Equal Employment Opportunity and, in the U.S., an Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to unlawful consideration of race, color, religion, creed, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, place of birth, citizenship, sex, pregnancy / childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital or domestic partnership status, age, veteran or military status, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, political / organizational affiliation, status as a victim or family member of a victim of crime or abuse, or any other status protected by applicable law.

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