Program Manager, Data Center Construction

Socket.dev; Tulsa (OK); On-site; USD 188,000 - 274,000; Full time

Job summary

Google seeks a Program Manager to lead large-scale data center projects from inception through deployment. You will coordinate internal requirements, manage schedules, and align cross-functional partners across multiple offices and teams.

The role requires deep experience in data center design, construction, and commissioning, with a focus on safety, budget, and schedule. Onsite work is required, with collaboration across time zones and hemispheres.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 8 years of program or project management.
• 8 years with technical teams responsible for data center construction and operations.
• 8 years with electrical/ mechanical/ network infrastructure.
• 5 years in a leadership role.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple data center projects from inception to completion.
• Gather and analyze internal requirements for data center operations teams.
• Collaborate within a matrix organization with vendors and internal teams.
• Communicate project updates, risks, and opportunities to leadership.
• Analyze complex construction challenges and develop cost-saving solutions.

Skills

Program management

Leadership experience

Cross-functional collaboration

Data center experience

Infrastructure knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

Minimum qualifications:

• 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 center or mission critical facilities.
• 8 years of experience with electrical, mechanical, controls, security monitoring, fire safety, networking/fiber, server equipment, systems, or infrastructure.
• 5 years of experience in a leadership role.

Preferred qualifications:

• Master's degree in Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering, Construction Management or related technical fields.
• 8 years of experience managing cross-functional or cross-team projects.
• Extensive experience with data center equipment/environments (switchgear, generators, chillers, cooling towers, etc.) and a strong understanding of start-up/commissioning processes.
• Experience in design, construction, and commissioning of facilities with medium voltage and low voltage electrical distribution systems.
• Experience managing vendor relationships and understanding of standard practices in the design and construction industry
• Proven success managing owner's teams to deliver industrial-type capital projects, including engineering, construction management, and project controls.

About the job:

A problem isn't truly solved until it's solved for all. That's why Googlers build products that help create opportunities for everyone, whether down the street or across the globe. As a Program Manager at Google, you'll lead complex, multi-disciplinary projects from start to finish - working with stakeholders to plan requirements, manage project schedules, identify risks, and communicate clearly with cross-functional partners across the company. Your projects will often span offices, time zones, and hemispheres. It's your job to coordinate the players and keep them up to date on progress and deadlines.

As a highly motivated Program Manager, you have demonstrated experience with data center design, development, construction and commissioning projects. You will provide management of large-scale data centers, computer farms, networking, AC and DC power distribution/conversion, and cooling methods at scale. You will be tasked with coordinating the needs of multiple internal and external partner teams, while managing changes and maintaining a focus on keeping the project safe, on schedule, and budget.

You will have experience managing large-scale technical projects in a rapidly changing industry, ability to thrive in ambiguity and demonstrated problem-solving leadership with limited oversight. You should be able to conceptualize and describe the delivery of a data center facility from start to commissioning and understand the nuances and risks that you and your team will need to manage.

Remote applications will be declined, as this position requires onsite execution and leadership.

Able to work onsite 5 days a week.

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.

US: $188000 - $274000 (USD) + 20% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities:

• Manage multiple data center projects from inception to completion, overseeing all phases, including concept development, design, construction, and deployment.
• Gather and analyze internal requirements, translating them into effective solutions that meet the needs of our data center operations teams.
• Work effectively within a matrix organization, collaborating with cross-functional partners, vendors, and internal teams to resolve issues and maintain project momentum.
• Communicate project updates, risks, and opportunities to leadership and stakeholders.
• Analyze and evaluate complex construction challenges, developing creative solutions that minimize impact on project timelines and costs.