Senior Project Manager, Lab Workstream

Are you ready to take on a high-impact leadership role in managing some of the most ambitious and cutting-edge capital projects in the healthcare and pharmaceutical industry? We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team, taking charge of planning, design, and construction efforts for projects exceeding $50M, with the potential to scale up to $1B or more. In this pivotal role, you will lead the lab workstream of our largest capital project, playing an integral part in driving innovation, ensuring excellence in execution, and delivering state-of-the-art facilities. Working closely with the Project Director and a dedicated team of professionals, you will oversee every facet of the project lifecycle, from concept to completion, while building strong relationships with stakeholders and mentoring future leaders in the field.

The Opportunity

The Senior Project Manager leads implementation  of  planning, design and construction of projects throughout all phases of execution. The budget range of these projects will each be over $50M and may range up to $1 Billion or more. 

For this specific position in our largest capital project, the  Senior Project Manager will be leading the lab workstream and will be responsible for contributing to the management of all aspects of the project, including budgeting, scheduling, resource allocation, and stakeholder communication. The Senior Project Manager will be a part of a larger project team, reporting directly to the Project Director. 

Responsibilities: 

• Lead and manage the assigned projects from the project initiation stage through project closeout, under the direction of a Project Director.

• Ensure project planning and execution deliverables adheres to Engineering Manual (Roche / Genentech project delivery process) requirements, project management processes, Global Standards and Processes, and other Roche/Genentech Guidelines and Directives.  Ensure project execution utilizing industry and Roche/Genentech best practices.

• Ensure that projects meet intended functionality while controlling cost and schedule.

• Act as an advocate for beneficial/improved new processes, procedures, technologies and techniques within and beyond Roche.

• While not a primary people management role, oversee and mentor one or two direct reports as support project managers or team members within a large-scale, multi-project manager environment.  

• Provide coaching, professional development, and direction to ensure team members achieve success in their roles.

Key task will include:

1. Project Planning and Coordination: 

• Develop and maintain a comprehensive project plan, including timelines, milestones, and deliverables. 

• Coordinate effectively with architects, engineers, contractors, and subcontractors to ensure alignment with project objectives. 

• Innovative and out of the box thinking 

• Proactively Identify and mitigate potential risks, issues, and conflicts throughout the project lifecycle. 

• Monitor project progress, track key performance indicators, and report on project status to senior management. 

2. Budgeting and Resource Management: 

• Support the development and management of the project budget to ensure financial accountability and cost control.

• Allocate resources effectively to meet project requirements and optimize efficiency. 

• Support procurement activities, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and material acquisitions. 

3. Stakeholder Management: 

• Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to foster collaboration and clear communication 

• Serve as a trusted liaison between all project stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment of objectives.  

• Conduct regular meetings, presentations, and progress reports to keep stakeholders informed and engaged. 

4. Team Leadership: 

• Provide effective leadership to the project team, ensuring clarity of roles and responsibilities. 

• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that promotes teamwork and motivation.

• Mentor and guide team members, providing support, feedback, and professional development opportu