Technical Program Manager, Data Center Construction

Google•Appling, GA

1d•$240,000 - $333,000

About The Position

Google is seeking a Technical Program Manager to lead complex, multidisciplinary engineering programs involving data center design, development, construction, and commissioning. The role manages large-scale data centers, computer farms, networking, AC and DC power distribution and conversion, and cooling methods at multiple scales. The Program Manager coordinates the needs of multiple partner teams, manages changes, and keeps projects on schedule and within budget. The position requires the ability to manage large-scale technical projects in a rapidly changing industry, work through ambiguity, and provide problem-solving leadership with limited oversight. The successful candidate can describe the delivery of a data center facility from start to commissioning and understands the associated nuances and risks. The role also involves planning requirements with internal customers, managing project schedules, identifying risks, and communicating them to stakeholders, including executives and engineers. The role is part of Google's AI and Infrastructure team, which delivers AI and infrastructure capabilities at scale for Googlers, Google Cloud customers, and Google users worldwide. Individual pay is determined by job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. The listed US compensation is $240,000–$333,000, plus a 25% bonus target, equity, and benefits.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in a technical field or equivalent practical experience.
10 years of experience in program management.
7 years of experience in leadership roles, with or without direct reports.

Nice To Haves

10 years of experience managing cross-functional or team projects.
10 years of work experience with data center equipment or environments, including electrical switchgear, generators, chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, controls, security monitoring systems, and fire safety systems, with an understanding of startup and commissioning processes.
Experience managing vendor relationships and understanding standard practices in the design and construction industry, including fast-track design-build processes and associated documents and contracts.
Experience in requirements gathering, resource organization, task prioritization, scheduling, and achieving objectives within set goals.
Knowledge of large-scale facility electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

Manage data center projects from inception through completion.
Support special research and development experiments, renovations, and upgrades of existing facilities.
Gather internal requirements and deliver solutions that satisfy customer needs.
Maintain end-to-end responsibility from construction through deployment.
Resolve highly critical issues within the matrix organization while adhering to project timelines and costs.
Coordinate partner teams, manage project changes, and keep projects on schedule and within budget.
Manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate them to project stakeholders.