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Campus Lead, Program Manager, Data Center Construction

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Compensation
$159–230K/yr
Location
Cedar Rapids, IA
Work Authorization
Not specified

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Requirements

Credentials this posting asks for.

Bachelor's degree

Job overview

Google seeks a Campus Lead, Program Manager for Data Center Construction in Cedar Rapids. The mid‑level role drives multiple data‑center projects from concept through deployment, collaborates across matrixed teams, manages timelines, budgets, and risks, and ensures high‑quality, efficient delivery while mentoring junior members.

Skills & qualifications

RequiredNice to have

Skills

Data Center EquipmentElectrical SwitchgearGeneratorsChillersCooling TowersAir Handling UnitsControlsSecurity Monitoring SystemsFire Safety SystemsStart‑Up CommissioningProject ManagementConstruction ManagementVendor Relationship ManagementProject Controls MethodologiesFast‑Track Design‑Build ProcessesRequirements GatheringResource OrganizationTask PrioritizationSchedule ManagementCommunicationPeople ManagementProblem Solving

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Equivalent Practical Experience5 Years Data Center Equipment Experience2 Years Project Management Experience2 Years Cross‑Functional Team Management ExperienceVendor Relationship ExperienceProject Controls Methodologies ExperienceUnderstanding of Standard Design‑Build PracticesAbility to Gather Requirements and Manage Schedules

Full job description

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Minimum 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.

Preferred qualifications:

  • Experience managing vendor relationships.

  • Experience with project controls methodologies in a construction or mission-critical environment.

  • Understanding of standard practices in the design and construction industry, including knowledge of fast-track design-build processes.

  • Ability to gather requirements, organize resources, prioritize tasks, manage schedules, achieve objectives within defined goals and excellent communication, people-management, and problem-solving skills.

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.

In this role, you will play a key part in bringing the data centers to life. You will manage various aspects of data center projects, from initial concept and design through to construction and deployment. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, ensuring projects stay on track and within budget while meeting the high standards for quality and efficiency.

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.

Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

US: $159000 - $230000 (USD) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits

Learn more aboutbenefits at Google (https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/benefits/) .

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.

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Google is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to building a workforce that is representative of the users we serve, creating a culture of belonging, and providing an equal employment opportunity regardless of race, creed, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, national origin, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, pregnancy or related condition (including breastfeeding), expecting or parents-to-be, criminal histories consistent with legal requirements, or any other basis protected by law. See alsoGoogle's EEO Policy (https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/eeo/) ,Know your rights: workplace discrimination is illegal (https://careers.google.com/jobs/dist/legal/EEOC\_KnowYourRights\_10\_20.pdf) ,Belonging at Google (https://about.google/belonging/) , andHow we hire (https://careers.google.com/how-we-hire/) .

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Google is a global company and, in order to facilitate efficient collaboration and communication globally, English proficiency is a requirement for all roles unless stated otherwise in the job posting.

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