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Senior Director, Workplace Design and Experience

New York, NY

Minimum qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Design, Industrial Design, Architecture, Social Science, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 15 years of experience in corporate workplace design, architecture, or related disciplines.
  • Experience in a principal, studio director, or director of design in a global, complex corporate real estate organization in a leadership capacity.
  • Experience in data analysis and design
Preferred qualifications:
  • Master's degree in Design, Industrial Design, Architecture, Social Science.
  • Detail-oriented and highly proficient in producing and delivering executive level presentations and communications with the ability to read audiences and adapt communication styles and delivery methods accordingly.

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  • Excellent leadership skills with the ability to build and lead multidisciplinary teams with collaboration outside of corporate real estate including human resources and technology.
  • Excellent problem solving skills and ability to prioritize evolving initiatives in a fast-paced environment, translate ideas and capabilities into unconventional solutions, and deliver effective initiatives that exceed expectations and spur market transformation.

  • About the job

    Developing innovative products and services that improve the lives of as many people as possible has been core to Google from the beginning.

    Google's buildings and spaces are where our culture comes alive, fueling the creation of world-changing products and services. As the Senior Director of Workplace Design & Experience, you'll lead the evolution of Google's physical presence, shaping the Google of tomorrow. With the workplace poised for radical transformation, you'll guide the design of spaces that foster new working styles, team configurations, and the meaningful connections that Googlers crave.

    Leading exceptional architects and designers, you'll bring this vision to life and create unrivaled workplace experiences for our employees. Creating the best workplace experience is a key differentiator in attracting and retaining top talent, and is essential for driving productivity, creativity and collaboration. Critical to this role is the capacity to collaboratively engage with both People Operations and Technology teams, fostering seamless cross-functional synergy to craft a distinctive workplace experience.

    The Real Estate and Workplace Services (REWS) team creates inspiring spaces and innovative services that bring Google's culture and values to life. We build and maintain all aspects of what keeps our Googley workspaces operating seamlessly across multiple cities and regions globally. We also manage the industry-leading services that help make Google a great place to work -- from how we design healthy and collaborative workspaces, create energizing food experiences, provide convenient transportation and fitness options, to delivering inclusive environments where Google and our employees can thrive.

    The US base salary range for this full-time position is $275,000-$396,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target salaries for the position across all US locations. 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 Google's evolving workplace design, collaborating across REWS stakeholders, UX teams, and industry pioneers. Align design with Google's values while fostering local creativity and innovation.
    • Consult on all scales of design (e.g., systems, infrastructure, interiors, architecture, placemaking) to offer insightful solutions for Google's real estate footprint.
    • Develop and articulate Google's workplace design principles, desired outcomes, and outlook, ensuring alignment globally, this may include crafting design guidelines, leading visioning workshops, and presenting to key stakeholders.
    • Buildand lead multidisciplinary teams, providing guidance and mentorship to create work environments.

    Client-provided location(s): New York, NY, USA; Sunnyvale, CA, USA
    Job ID: Google-109732193000923846
    Employment Type: Other

    Perks and Benefits

    • Health and Wellness

      • Health Insurance
      • Dental Insurance
      • Vision Insurance
      • Life Insurance
      • Short-Term Disability
      • Long-Term Disability
      • FSA
      • HSA
      • Fitness Subsidies
      • On-Site Gym
      • Mental Health Benefits
    • Parental Benefits

      • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
      • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
      • Fertility Benefits
      • Adoption Assistance Program
      • Family Support Resources
      • Adoption Leave
    • Work Flexibility

      • Hybrid Work Opportunities
    • Office Life and Perks

      • Commuter Benefits Program
      • Casual Dress
      • Pet-friendly Office
      • Snacks
      • Some Meals Provided
      • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Vacation and Time Off

      • Paid Vacation
      • Paid Holidays
      • Personal/Sick Days
      • Leave of Absence
      • Volunteer Time Off
    • Financial and Retirement

      • 401(K) With Company Matching
      • Company Equity
      • Performance Bonus
      • Financial Counseling
    • Professional Development

      • Tuition Reimbursement
      • Internship Program
    • Diversity and Inclusion

      • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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