The application window will be open until at least March 21, 2025. This opportunity will remain online based on business needs which may be before or after the specified date.
Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following:
Atlanta, GA, USA; Austin, TX, USA; Kirkland, WA, USA; Reston, VA, USA; Thornton, CO, USA; Chicago, IL, USA; New York, NY, USA; San Francisco, CA, USA; Sunnyvale, CA, USA; Washington D.C., DC, USA.
Minimum qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Business, Real Estate, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
- 5 years of experience in program management.
- Experience with one or more of the following: land acquisition, site selection for high-technology, industrial-scale real estate projects, or real estate evaluation and development.
- Experience managing contract negotiations and multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to travel within the United States of America as required.
Preferred qualifications:
- Experience in data center, real estate or infrastructure development.
- Experience with Geographic Information Systems (GIS) and other real estate analysis tools.
- Knowledge of the regulatory environment for real estate development in the USA.
- Ability to work independently and collaborate in a fluid environment.
- Ability to build consensus and influence stakeholders.
About The Job
The Global Acquisition and Development Team is a critical component of Google's Cloud Infrastructure organization. We are responsible for the strategic acquisition and pre-development of real estate to support the rapid expansion of Google's global data center footprint.
As a Land Program Manager, you will play a pivotal role in securing and pre-positioning real estate for Google's data centers across America. You will be responsible for managing all aspects of land acquisition and pre-development projects, from initial site identification and analysis to negotiation and closing. You will work with cross-functional teams, including engineering, legal, finance, and community engagement, to ensure the successful delivery of projects.
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $147,000-$216,000 + 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
- Drive the strategic acquisition and pre-development of land across the United States portfolio, ensure timely and cost-effective project delivery while upholding exceptional quality standards. Cultivate and manage robust relationships with key stakeholders, including landowners, regulatory bodies, and community organizations.
- Conduct thorough analysis, negotiate complex agreements, and manage all aspects of real estate transactions.
- Identify and evaluate potential data center sites, consider factors such as infrastructure availability, regulatory environment, and community impact.
- Develop and implement best practices for land acquisition and pre-development, proactively identify and mitigate associated risks.
- Provide regular updates on project status and performance to the North America, and South America Director and other key stakeholders.
Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form .
