Global Data Center Program Lead

Socket.dev; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 159,000 - 230,000; Full time

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Benefits

Job summary

Google is seeking a Program Manager to lead complex, multi-disciplinary data center projects from inception to deployment across design, construction, and operation in a global, matrixed environment. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage schedules and budgets, identify risks, and communicate progress and decisions to stakeholders to keep initiatives on time and within scope.

This role emphasizes vendor management, requirements gathering, and the ability to work across offices and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 5 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, and experience with start up/commissioning processes.
• 2 years of experience in project management, or managing projects in construction, infrastructure, or a technology-related field.
• 2 years of experience managing cross-functional teams, project timelines and costs.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple data center projects from inception to completion, overseeing all phases, including concept development, design, construction, and deployment.
• Work effectively within a matrix organization, collaborating with cross-functional partners, vendors, and internal teams to resolve issues and maintain project momentum.
• Gather and analyze internal requirements, translating them into effective solutions that meet the needs of the data center operations teams.
• Communicate project updates, risks, and opportunities to leadership and stakeholders using standardized project controls and reporting mechanisms.

Skills

Program management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

Google is seeking a Program Manager to lead complex, multi-disciplinary data center projects from inception to deployment across design, construction, and operation in a global, matrixed environment. You will coordinate cross-functional teams, manage schedules and budgets, identify risks, and communicate progress and decisions to stakeholders to keep initiatives on time and within scope.

This role emphasizes vendor management, requirements gathering, and the ability to work across offices and