Genentech · 2 weeks ago
Principal Project Manager, Campus Development
South San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$124K/yr - $230K/yr
8+ years expGenentech is a leading biotechnology company focused on innovation and healthcare. As a Principal Project Manager, Campus Development, you will manage high-impact construction projects that enhance the South San Francisco campus infrastructure, ensuring they meet functionality and budget requirements while leading multiple projects simultaneously.
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Responsibilities
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
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
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
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
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
Qualification
Required
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
Benefits
A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.
The position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.
Company
Genentech
Genentech is a biotechnology research company that specializes in genetic testing and personalized medicines.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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unknown2009-03-26Acquired
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Leadership Team
Ashley Magargee
Chief Executive Officer
Michael Laird
Vice President, Global MSAT Drug Substance Biologics Technology and Commercial Products Support
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