Program Manager, Data Center Construction

Google•Haskell, TX

2d•$188,000 - $274,000

About The Position

As Google expands its global infrastructure, we are searching for a driven and detail-oriented Campus Lead to join our Data Center Construction team. In this role, you will play a key part in bringing our data centers to life! You will manage various aspects of data center projects, from initial concept and design through to construction and deployment. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring projects stay on track and within budget while meeting our high standards for quality and efficiency. This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about technology and construction to gain valuable experience in a fast-paced, innovative environment. 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 force 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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

8 years of experience managing cross-functional or cross-team projects.
8 years of experience managing cross-functional/team projects.
8 years of experience with data center equipment/environments, including electrical switchgear, generators, chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, controls, security monitoring systems and fire safety systems.
Experience in requirements gathering, resource organization, task prioritization, and scheduling and achieving objectives within set goals.
Experience with multi prime construction procurement and delivery, knowledge of standard practices in the design and construction industry, including design build processes and associated documents and agreements, and facility electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

Manage multiple data center projects from inception to completion, overseeing all phases, including concept development, design, construction, and deployment.
Manage scope between multi prime direct to owner contracts ensuring effective coordination, collaboration and detailed schedule management including productivity tracking and unit rate management.
Gather and analyze internal requirements, translating them into effective solutions that meet the needs of our data center operations teams.
Analyze and evaluate complex construction challenges, developing creative solutions that minimize impact on project timelines and costs.
Work effectively within a matrix organization, collaborating with cross-functional partners, vendors, and internal teams to resolve issues and maintain project momentum and clearly communicate project updates, risks, and opportunities to leadership and stakeholders.