Senior Supervisor, Physical Security Enablement at Equinix in London

Job description

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. Manager, Physical Security Project & Program Delivery Job Summary The Manager, Physical Security Project & Program Delivery leads a small team while directly managing complex security projects across the full delivery lifecycle. The role combines people leadership, project delivery, technical security expertise and consultative stakeholder management. This role would suit someone with a consulting background who can combine advisory skills with hands-on project delivery, technical judgement and stakeholder leadership. Working across design, construction, operations, engineering, technology, commercial and procurement teams, the role delivers practical security outcomes aligned to risk, standards and business objectives. Responsibilities Leadership and Team Management Lead, coach and develop a small Physical Security Program and Project Management team. Set priorities and allocate resources based on risk, complexity and business needs. Provide technical guidance, delivery oversight and escalation support for key issues. Maintain governance and oversight of schedule, cost, quality, risk and capacity. Project and Program Delivery Lead complex security projects from initiation to handover. Define scope, objectives, responsibilities, deliverables and success measures. Manage milestones, risks, issues, dependencies, change and controls. Support cost planning, procurement, commercial decisions and portfolio reporting. Consultative and Stakeholder Leadership Act as a trusted advisor to project teams, leaders and stakeholders. Understand business needs, operational requirements, risks and constraints. Translate security requirements into clear, practical advice. Align stakeholders, challenge proposals and support evidence-based decisions. Technical and Design Leadership Lead integrated physical security systems and supporting infrastructure. Review designs and submissions for compliance and quality. Align designs with standards, risks, operational needs and regulations. Promote secure, resilient, interoperable and maintainable lifecycle design. Consultant, Contractor and Vendor Management Manage consultants, contractors, integrators and specialist vendors. Set clear standards, scope, quality and delivery expectations. Support tenders, evaluations, workshops and supplier recommendations. Escalate material risks while supporting consistent global outcomes. Construction, Commissioning and Handover Oversee security during construction, installation and key quality milestones. Review installation quality, testing, commissioning and defect closeout. Coordinate operational readiness, training, documentation, maintenance and support. Support operational handover and system sustainability. Standards and Continuous Improvement Contribute to security standards, specifications, guidelines and delivery processes. Use data, lessons learned and feedback to improve quality, predictability and efficiency. Promote standardisation while allowing valid site-specific, regulatory and operational needs. Support delivery metrics for schedule, quality, risk, cost and stakeholder outcomes. Knowledge, Skills and Leadership Capabilities Hands-on delivery leader with strong coaching and performance management. Strong consulting, facilitation, influencing and stakeholder management skills. Sound judgement, accountability and constructive