Technical Program Manager, Data Center Construction/Projects, YAWN Builds

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.
The Data Center team designs and operates some of the most sophisticated electrical and HVAC systems in the world. We are an upbeat, creative, team-oriented group of engineers committed to building and operating powerful data centers.
Individual pay is determined by factors including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Netherlands: €130000 - €133000 (EUR) + 15% bonus target + equity + benefits
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Minimum qualifications
Bachelor's degree in a technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
5 years of experience in program management.
Experience in the construction field.

Preferred qualifications
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Construction Management or equivalent industry experience.
5 years of experience in construction programs and project delivery of mission-critical facilities over the full project lifecycle.
Experience with data center equipment/environments, including switchgear, generators, chillers, cooling towers, air handling units, controls, security monitoring systems, and fire safety systems.
Experience with commercial negotiations, contractor procurement and mobilization into delivery.
Experience managing vendor relationships, with an understanding of standard practices in the design and construction industry.

Responsibilities
Manage a large, site-wide data center construction and delivery organization, managing scopes related to construction projects and/or capital improvement projects.
Be responsible for ensuring the development of detailed designs, managing construction (delivery, cost, quality and EHS), commissioning, close-out and hand-off to the operations team. Ensure all customer requirements are being met.
Establish and maintain various delivery models and global relationships with multiple vendors.
Create a growth plan and be involved in hiring/recruiting of talent in the areas of project management, field engineering, document control, technical writing, etc.
Research and implement construction means and methods of data center equipment and facilities. Carry design concepts into mass production and integrate into facilities.