Data Center Site Program Manager

Google•Cedar Rapids, IA

4d•$132,000 - $189,000

About The Position

As a Program Manager at Google, you will lead complex, multidisciplinary projects from start to finish. You will work with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage schedules, identify risks, and communicate with cross-functional partners, coordinating teams across offices and time zones. The role is part of Google’s AI and Infrastructure team, which delivers AI and infrastructure capabilities at scale, efficiency, reliability, and velocity for Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and Google users worldwide. The team works across software and hardware, including AI models, computing infrastructure, platforms, networking, and data center operations. In this position, you will support site-specific technical strategies and coordinate complex deployments throughout the data center lifecycle. You will track execution and milestones, support delivery of Service Level Objectives, communicate status and risks, and use data and historical reviews to improve programs. Individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The stated US compensation is $132,000–$189,000, plus a 15% bonus target, equity, and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
At least 2 years of experience in program management, project management, data center operations (such as facilities or operations management, capacity planning, or site operations), or equivalent.
At least 2 years of experience using analytics to solve product or business problems and performing statistical analysis.
Experience with technical integration, system integration, risk mitigation, deployment planning, or data center operations.

Nice To Haves

Professional project management certifications, such as PMP or PgMP.
Ability to develop creative, non-standard, and innovative solutions using data and analytics to drive impact.
Ability to identify key issues, gather and analyze large data sets to support hypotheses, and develop actionable recommendations.
Excellent project management skills, including the ability to create workable project plans and define project scope.
Excellent written and verbal communication and presentation skills.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Site Technical Lead and onsite partner teams to implement site-specific technical strategies, monitor milestones throughout the data center lifecycle, and own site-wide execution tracking to drive milestone convergence.
Oversee schedules and delivery for complex deployments, coordinating with Data Center Facilities, Server Operations, Logistics, Networking, Security, Construction, EHS, and other partner organizations.
Support the site in delivering Service Level Objectives, provide early warnings about potential delays, and proactively identify and resolve anticipated issues.
Orchestrate the integrated Rhythm of Business, regular business communications, and status updates for site management, Area Leads, and the Global Site Tech Lead Program Owner.
Develop and maintain a framework for program enhancement using data-driven insights, historical project reviews, and evolving industry standards.