Campus Lead, Data Center Construction

Google Inc.; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 126,000 - 181,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking an experienced Program Manager to oversee data center projects from start to finish. This role involves managing all project phases, ensuring collaboration with cross-functional teams, and maintaining high standards of quality and efficiency. Candidates should have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 2 years of experience in project management. Competitive salary and benefits included.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years of experience in Project Management or related field.
• Experience with mission-critical equipment/environments.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.

Responsibilities

• Manage multiple data center projects from inception to completion.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners and vendors.
• Communicate project updates and manage risks.

Skills

Leadership in project management

Problem-solving skills

Excellent communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience

Job description

corporate fare Google place Cedar Rapids, IA, USA

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Experience driving progress, solving problems, and mentoring more junior team members; deeper expertise and applied knowledge within relevant area.

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• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 2 years of experience in Project Management or equivalent experience in managing projects in construction, infrastructure, or a technology-related field.

2 years of experience proving capacity for Leadership in driving cross-functional teams toward common project goals, developing creative solutions that minimize impact on project timelines and costs.

Preferred qualifications

• Experience with mission-critical equipment/environments (e.g., switchgear, generators, chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, controls, security monitoring systems, fire safety systems).
• 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.
• Knowledge of electrical and mechanical systems.
• 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'll play a key part in bringing our data centers to life! You'll manage various aspects of data center projects, from initial concept and design through to construction and deployment. You'll collaborate closely with cross‑functional teams, ensuring projects stay on track and within budget while meeting our 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.

The US base salary range for this full‑time position is $126,000-$181,000 + 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

• 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 our 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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