Manager Data Center Execution Engineering, Global Data Centers

Google•Sunnyvale, CA

4h•$214,000 - $298,000

About The Position

The Manager of Data Center Engineering (Execution Engineering) leads end-to-end delivery of hyperscale data center infrastructure, overseeing civil, structural, geotechnical, and water/wastewater systems from site due diligence and design through final commissioning and support for Operations. The role serves as a technical authority, working with cross-functional teams, external architecture and engineering partners, and general contractors to deliver projects safely, on schedule, and within budget. The manager leads a group of experienced civil, structural, geotechnical, and water/wastewater engineers; assigns engineers to projects according to their capabilities and project needs; and guides teams in developing infrastructure improvements. The position is part of the Technical Infrastructure team, which develops and maintains data centers and the infrastructure supporting Google’s products.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Civil/Structural Engineering or equivalent practical experience.
12 years of experience in Civil/Structural or Site Engineering.
Experience with building design, coordination, and construction.
Experience implementing civil/structural engineering principles, such as grading and drainage, hydraulic modeling, sediment control, erosion control, or soil migration.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Chartered Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Engineering, or a related field.
Knowledge of site layout, grading, drainage, roads, and infrastructure layouts.
Knowledge of water/wastewater design, hydraulic modeling, and industry construction means and methods.
Ability to work collaboratively and communicate technical issues effectively in writing and verbally, including through online collaboration and presentations.

Responsibilities

Lead execution and delivery of civil, structural, geotechnical, and water/wastewater infrastructure for global data center campus developments from site intake through operational handover.
Manage cross-functional technical teams and architecture and engineering consultants to ensure adherence to engineering standards, building codes, and project milestones.
Work with the DCS team on construction issues and provide technical guidance.
Oversee site due diligence, mass grading, foundation designs, and stormwater and wastewater management strategies to mitigate risks and improve site constructability.
Drive quality assurance, schedule tracking, and risk mitigation across active construction phases to support high availability and reliability.
Manage a team of engineers and assign Googlers to projects based on their capabilities and project demands.
Develop infrastructure improvements with cross-functional teams and communicate recommendations to senior-level executives.