Program Manager, Data Center Construction Workforce Development

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.

Responsibilities

• Build a sustainable, talent ecosystem by developing a workforce development framework that transforms regional challenges into pathways for high-quality career advancement.
• Scale recruiting and training initiatives to narrow critical pipe and electrical trade gaps through the establishment of physical, project-aligned upskilling programs.
• Serve as the consolidated point of contact connecting cross-functional teams, general contractors, and trade schools to align industry requirements and maximize local community impact.
• Partner with the craft to develop and execute a training labs and modules strategy, expanding workforce capabilities to support the safe execution of construction activities.
• Implement structured on-site mentorship and buddy programming to accelerate knowledge transfer, support craft labor, and reinforce peer-to-peer safety standards.

Qualifications

• Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 8 years of experience in program or project management. 8 years of experience managing construction-related programs, labor operations, or workforce development initiatives within an organization.
• Preferred qualifications: Master's degree in Construction Management, Industrial Engineering, Business Administration, or a related technical field. 8 years of experience managing cross-functional or cross-team projects. Experience setting up or managing vocational training, apprenticeship programs, or regional recruitment pipelines with mechanical/electrical trade partners. Functional knowledge of Google Workspace tools including GMail, Drive, Docs, Chat, Slides, Sheets, Gemini, or other Google developed software and tools. Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience aligning internal execution teams and external vendors/contractors.

Pay

The US base salary range for this full-time position is $189,000-$274,000 + 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.