Principal Project Manager, Campus Development

Are you ready to lead transformative projects that shape the future of Genentech's South San Francisco (SSF) campus? As a Principal Project Manager, Campus Development, you will manage and execute high-impact, large-scale construction projects designed to enhance our world-class infrastructure. From the development of a new, multi-phase 1,800-stall parking garage to campus-wide road improvements, landscaping, and sitework enhancements, you'll oversee initiatives that are central to the continued growth and functionality of our premier facilities. If you're a seasoned project management professional with a strong background in engineering or architecture, a passion for innovation, and a drive to deliver excellence, this is your opportunity to take ownership of a critical portfolio and leave a lasting mark on Genentech's flagship campus.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

The responsibilities for this position may include, but are not limited to:

• Under the direction of the Senior Director in Campus Development, manage the implementation of multiple SSF site-wide construction projects throughout all phases (design, construction and closeout) of execution.

• Projects will be in support of major Campus Development Projects, as well as improving the major Genentech SSF campus wide infrastructure.

• An initial project will be managing a new ground up, ~1,800 stall parking garage and all associated site work.

  • This project will all include multiple phases - Make Ready work to support the start of demolition, demolition of an existing garage, and construction of the new garage and sitework.

• Additional projects will include managing and delivering additional parking lots and parking garages, sitework and roadwork improvements, landscaping projects, earthwork and soil projects, and other sitewide construction projects.

• All projects are executed through established Capital Delivery Processes and the incumbent ensures that key stakeholders are engaged in defining project requirements and scope, business case justification, and economic evaluations required to secure financial approval.

• Ensure that projects meet intended functionality while controlling cost.

• Establish and maintain positive working relationships with others, both internally and externally, to achieve the goals of the organization.

• Participate in process improvement initiatives.

• Positively influence others to achieve results that are in the best interest of the organization.

Lead Project Execution:

• Expected to lead between 2 to 5 active large projects at the same time in an independent manner while proactively escalating issues and requiring limited supervision from upper management.

• The projects are each in the range of $5M to $250M in total project value.

• Have primary responsibility for the project from the project initiation stage through project closeout.

• Key tasks include defining the scope and priorities for the project, documenting and vetting the business case, managing internal and external stakeholders, leading project design and construction meetings, managing and updating the project schedule, managing the project budget, obtaining purchase orders, approving invoices, updating the project Unifier database as well as creating formal written monthly reports to Campus Development management on each project.

Present Projects to Senior Leadership:

• Responsible for leading the project team to complete the activities defined in each phase of the project, and then present to senior leadership for funding.

• The audience ranges from the Executive Director of Campus Development, up to a committee led by Site Services leadership.

Portfolio Management:

• Take on responsibility to manage a portfolio of projects for a customer group, which includes working closely with the customer to define upcoming projects and portfolio strategy, managing the yearly portfolio budget of $25-100Mil, monitoring cash flow and budget adherence, and being the first point of escalation for project issues with the customer.

Contribution to Campus Development Organization:

• Be a leader within the Campus Development organization to proactively identify process improvements and be a role model and mentor to less experienced staff members.

• Support broad Campus Development and Site Services processes improvement projects and LEAN initiatives, to improve the processes and functioning of the overall team.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering with a preference for Civil, Structural or related field or Architecture.

• Certification in Project Management (i.e., PMI certification) or additional relevant management training desirable.

• Minimum of 8 years' experience in a Project Management role, Engineering, Facilities, Planning, or related field. Demonstrated excellent communication, decision making, leadership, interpersonal, collaborative, conflict resolution, and negotiating skills.

• Demonstrate working knowledge of project design, construction, and management.

• Experience managing technical, and campus wide projects, including Quality Risk Management, Change Record Processes, and Systems/ Equipment Qualification.

• Demonstrate excellent communication (written/verbal), leadership, interpersonal, collaborative, conflict resolution, and negotiating skills.

• Excellent organization and planning skills.

• Advanced or proficient Microsoft Office and Google Suite skills.

• Exceptional teamwork and collaboration skills are essential to facilitate the work of cross-functional and interdepartmental teams.

• Must be dependable, demonstrate attention to details, and be proficient in coordination tasks.

• Self-starter and ability to work with minimum or no supervision.

This position is not eligible for relocation.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $124,100 - $230,500 USD Annual. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance. This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Benefits

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