Program Manager, Data Center Construction

About the job

A problem isn’t truly solved until it’s solved for all. That’s why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Program Manager at Google, you’ll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish — working with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. Your projects will often span offices, time zones, and hemispheres. It's your job to coordinate the players and keep them up to date on progress and deadlines. The AI and Infrastructure team is redefining what’s possible. We empower Google customers with breakthrough capabilities and insights by delivering AI and Infrastructure at unparalleled scale, efficiency, reliability and velocity. Our customers include Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and billions of Google users worldwide. We're the driving channel behind Google's groundbreaking innovations, empowering the development of our cutting-edge AI models, delivering unparalleled computing power to global services, and providing the essential platforms that enable developers to build the future. From software to hardware our teams are shaping the future of world-leading hyperscale computing, with key teams working on the development of our TPUs, Vertex AI for Google Cloud, Google Global Networking, Data Center operations, systems research, and much more.Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $188000 - $274000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple data center construction programs from concept development and design through execution and deployment.
• Gather technical and operational requirements, translating them into executable infrastructure solutions for data center facility operations.
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering, construction managers, contractors, and external vendors to maintain project momentum and resolve site challenges.
• Drive program governance, schedule tracking, risk mitigation, and executive reporting for leadership and delivery partners.
• Evaluate complex construction and facility challenges, implementing scalable solutions to protect delivery timelines, safety, and budget.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of experience in program or project management.
• 5 years of experience with technical teams responsible for project management, engineering, and construction of data centers or mission critical facilities.
• 5 years of experience with electrical, mechanical, controls, security monitoring, fire safety, networking/fiber, server equipment, systems, or infrastructure.

Preferred qualifications:

• 10 years of experience with mission-critical equipment/environments.
• Experience managing vendor relationships with a strong understanding of standard practices in the design and construction industry.
• Knowledge of fast-track design-build processes.
• Knowledge of large-scale facility electrical and mechanical systems.
• Ability to gather requirements, organize resources, prioritize tasks, manage schedules, and achieve objectives within defined goals.
• Excellent communication, people management, and problem-solving skills.