Technical Program Manager, Data Center Development and Pre-Construction

Google; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 227,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Bonus

Equity

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

A leading tech company is looking for a Technical Program Manager to lead complex, multi-disciplinary data center projects in San Francisco. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in program management, contract negotiation, and managing large-scale projects. Responsibilities include overseeing the full lifecycle of data centers, ensuring project alignment with design and procurement processes, and optimizing capital expenditure. The position offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• 10 years of experience in program management.
• 8 years managing data center pre-construction including site selection and procurement.
• Experience managing relationships and contracts.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and pre-construction phases of data centers.
• Oversee contract management and funding models.
• Act as strategic link between developers and stakeholders.

Skills

Program Management

Contract Negotiation

Cross-Functional Project Management

Data Center Pre-Construction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Applicants in San Francisco: Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.

Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: New York, NY, USA; Austin, TX, USA; Reston, VA, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA; Sunnyvale, CA, USA; Atlanta, GA, USA.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• 10 years of experience in program management.
• 8 years of experience managing data center pre-construction, including site selection, due diligence, permits, entitlements, and procurement.
• 8 years of experience in contract negotiation, procurement strategies, and managing relationships.
• 8 years of experience managing cross-functional projects.
• Experience in program management within the construction, real estate, or data center industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years of experience managing complex cross-functional or cross-team projects.
• 10 years of experience managing large-scale, cross-functional capital programs, specifically leading the intake, planning, and pre-construction phases for mission-critical or industrial infrastructure portfolios.
• Expertise in the design, construction, and commissioning of critical facilities, with the ability to partner with developers to align design intent with constructability and operational readiness.
• Knowledge of commercial strategy and agreement management, including implementing financial governance frameworks and pivoting contracting methodologies to optimize risk allocation and project value.

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 Technical Program Manager at Google, you’ll use your technical expertise to lead complex, multi‑disciplinary projects from start to finish. You’ll work with stakeholders to plan requirements, identify risks, manage project schedules, and communicate clearly with cross‑functional partners across the company. You're equally comfortable explaining your team's analyses and recommendations to executives as you are discussing the technical tradeoffs in product development with engineers.

As a Technical Program Manager within Global Infrastructure and Energy, you will partner with developers and internal cross‑functional stakeholders to oversee the full lifecycle of large‑scale data center projects, specifically focusing on planning, pre‑construction, and contract management. In this role, you will align design engineering, procurement, and construction efforts to optimize capital expenditure and ensure cost and schedule governance.

Behind everything our users see online is the architecture built by the Technical Infrastructure team to keep it running. From developing and maintaining our data centers to building the next generation of Google platforms, we make Google’s product portfolio possible. We’re proud to be our engineers' engineers and love voiding warranties by taking things apart so we can rebuild them. We keep our networks up and running, ensuring our users have the best and fastest experience possible.

The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $227,000‑$320,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job‑related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.

Responsibilities

• Lead the intake, planning, and pre‑construction phases of large‑scale data centers, partnering with developers to deliver critical capacity aligned with design intent and construction execution strategies.
• Oversee contract management strategies and transform funding models to ensure capital allocation aligns with verified planning and construction milestones.
• Advocate the use of parametric cost modeling and analytics to optimize real estate development and building design, using data to predict risks and standardize elements for capital efficiency and speed.
• Act as the strategic linchpin between developers, design engineering, procurement, and internal stakeholders, leading critical contract negotiations and pivoting contracting methodologies to secure best‑value procurement.

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