Project Manager, Google Cloud Professional Services

Project Manager, Google Cloud Professional Services

Lead End-to-End Google Cloud Implementations

• Manage 3–6+ concurrent Google Cloud projects at different stages spanning migrations, infrastructure modernization, data analytics platforms, and AI/ML implementations
• Own project planning, scope management, resource allocation, budget tracking, and timeline execution
• Coordinate cross-functional teams including cloud architects, DevOps engineers, data engineers, security specialists, and client stakeholders
• Drive projects using Agile methodologies with 2-week sprints, daily standups, and iterative delivery milestones

Serve as Trusted Client Advisor

• Act as primary point of contact for client executives, IT leadership, and project stakeholders
• Guide clients through complex cloud transformation decisions, balancing technical possibilities with business constraints
• Provide weekly status updates, executive summaries, and transparent risk/mitigation reporting
• Build relationships that extend beyond project completion, achieving 75%+ reference willingness and identifying expansion opportunities

Ensure Delivery Excellence

• Track project health metrics including budget variance, schedule adherence, and quality standards
• Proactively identify and mitigate risks before they impact delivery, escalating when necessary
• Manage scope changes through formal change control processes while maintaining project profitability
• Ensure deliverables meet agreed SLAs, compliance requirements (SOC 2, HIPAA, PCI‑DSS as applicable), and client expectations
• Conduct retrospectives and incorporate lessons learned into continuous process improvement

Collaborate with Premier Cloud and Google Teams

• Partner with Cloud Architects to validate technical solutions and ensure architectural alignment with best practices
• Work with Client Success Managers to ensure smooth transitions from sales through delivery and ongoing support
• Coordinate with Google Cloud teams and specialists for complex technical requirements or escalations
• Contribute to internal knowledge sharing, tool development, and methodology enhancement initiatives

Drive Professional Excellence

• Maintain deep understanding of Google Cloud Platform services, industry trends, and competitive positioning
• Achieve and maintain Google Cloud Professional certifications (Cloud Architect, Cloud Developer, or Cloud DevOps Engineer)
• Represent Premier Cloud at client meetings, industry events, and Google partner forums with professionalism and technical credibility

Minimum Qualifications

Experience & Track Record

• 5+ years of project management experience with at least 2 years focused on cloud technology projects
• Demonstrated success managing complex projects on‑time and on budget with teams of 5–10+ members
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with varying complexity and stakeholder needs
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies and iterative delivery approaches
• Strong track record of building client relationships and achieving 85%+ satisfaction scores

Google Cloud Platform Expertise

• Google Cloud Associate Cloud Engineer certification is preferred (or Professional Cloud Architect/Developer/DevOps Engineer)
• If not currently certified: commitment to achieve Associate Cloud Engineer within 3 months and Professional Cloud Architect within 12 months of hire
• Hands‑on familiarity with core GCP services: Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud Run, BigQuery, Cloud Storage, Cloud SQL, Pub/Sub, and Cloud Functions
• Understanding of cloud migration methodologies (lift‑and‑shift, re‑platform, re‑architect) and infrastructure modernization patterns

Technical Foundation

• Solid understanding of cloud architecture concepts including networking, security, identity management, and infrastructure‑as‑code
• Familiarity with DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Ability to engage in technical discussions with architects and engineers while understanding business implications
• Proficiency with Atlassian tools: Jira (project tracking, workflows, dashboards), Jira Service Management (request handling, SLA tracking), and Tempo (time tracking, resource planning, financial reporting)

Core Competencies

• Exceptional communication skills with ability to translate complex technical concepts for executive audiences
• Strong organizational and time management capabilities with attention to detail
• Proactive problem‑solving approach with ability to navigate ambiguity and competing priorities
• Collaborative leader