Real Estate Project Executive, Real Estate Design and Delivery

Google•Sunnyvale, CA

2d•$164,000 - $239,000

About The Position

In this role, you will drive end-to-end real estate and project delivery by translating strategy into execution while maintaining rigorous governance, financial discipline, and stakeholder alignment. In close collaboration with real estate and workplace services (REWS) partners, you will co-create site strategies, evaluates options, prepares decision-making documentation, and directs technical due diligence, test fits, and procurement strategies aligned with Google procurement organization (GPO) policies. You will own the master schedule, project budget, and work breakdown structure (WBS) compliance—justifying cost benchmark variations, driving spend approvals, and transparently managing risks with quantified cost and schedule impacts. Overseeing the full design and construction lifecycle, you will establish project briefs, manages scope and design quality, leads weekly project meetings, and conducts site walks to monitor progress, quality, and Environment, Health, and Safety (EHS) standards. Additionally, you will manage contract terms, evaluate proposed changes, enforce compliance, and maintain accurate system reporting. Throughout every phase, you will cultivate strong cross-functional relationships across regional teams, Centers of Excellence, and specialty partners to ensure total transparency, milestone alignment, and successful project outcomes. The Real Estate and Workplace Services (REWS) team creates inspiring spaces and innovative services that bring Google’s culture and values to life. We build and maintain all aspects of what keeps our Googley workspaces operating seamlessly across multiple cities and regions globally. We also manage the industry-leading services that help make Google a great place to work -- from how we design healthy and collaborative workspaces, create energizing food experiences, provide convenient transportation and fitness options, to delivering environments where Google and our employees can thrive. Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. US: $164000 - $239000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits Learn more about benefits at Google [https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/benefits/].

Requirements

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
10 years of experience across the project lifecycle, including design oversight, construction management, and agreement administration.
Experience in stakeholder management, negotiations, and executive-level communications.
Experience leading teams and managing projects.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in Architecture, Business, Construction Management, Engineering or related field, or equivalent practical experience.
Experience in a changing technology environment, with the ability to navigate ambiguity while driving solutions.
Ability to influence strategic change and initiatives where prudent.
Ability to think creatively and to provide non-standard and innovative solutions.
Ability to produce and deliver executive presentations and project status reports, and to communicate deliverables with stakeholders and management teams.

Responsibilities

Direct full lifecycle real estate projects—including design, scheduling, budgeting, and construction—while driving multi-year market master planning and portfolio strategy.
Partner across teams and leadership to align business goals, resolve complex real estate challenges, drive consensus, and maintain clear project communications.
Negotiate resources and manage vendor relationships through rigorous request for proposal (RFP) processes, ensuring adherence to Google’s standards, processes, and budget controls.
Support property acquisitions, entitlements, and transaction processes aligned with overarching corporate real estate strategy.
Deliver tenant improvements and build-to-suit spaces that reflect and reinforce organizational cultural values.