Project Director

Genentech • Oceanside, CA

1d • Remote

About The Position

Roche is driven by the pursuit of a healthier future, fostering innovation through dedicated people and diverse perspectives across its global network. This role is based in Pharma Technical Operations Technology (PTT), an organization responsible for ensuring Pharma Technical Operations (PT) remains at the forefront of technology for current and future facilities. PTT, comprising global MSAT and Engineering, develops new assets for the PT manufacturing network, including drug substance, drug product, and device industrialization facilities. The Capital Project Director, within the capital delivery group, will lead large and/or complex facility/equipment improvement projects across the US manufacturing network and potentially at international sites, contributing to the construction of facilities that deliver life-saving medicines to patients.

Requirements

• B.S. in engineering, architecture or construction.
• Minimum of 15 years (12 with a Masters) successfully managing design and construction projects in the biotech/pharmaceutical industry, including at least 5 years managing large (>$400M), complex projects.
• Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills in capital project delivery.
• Proven expertise in effectively applying and/or developing advanced project management tools and methodologies.
• Broad understanding of the principles of various engineering disciplines.
• In-depth understanding of one engineering discipline directly related to Roche core business of manufacturing.
• Special knowledge requirements including biopharmaceutical and pharmaceutical processes and facility design approaches.
• Solid understanding of Pharmaceutical cGMP requirements.
• Understanding of risk based qualification.
• Lean Construction knowledge and practitioner.

Nice To Haves

• MS in Engineering and/or an MBA and/or a PE/equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Build and lead the project team, motivating them through strong communication and leadership skills with clear decision-making to maintain project flow.
• Model collaboration through strong partnership with User Team Lead and other key customers and stakeholders.
• Champion both design and construction safety as a key priority, engaging the Safety, Health, and Environment team throughout the project lifecycle.
• Accountable for fiscal control of the project by developing funding strategy in alignment with execution strategy, managing scope and schedule of the capital project within the agreed business case, and keeping the team focused on the execution plan.
• Engage with senior executive sponsors, site leadership and other key leaders on development of business case, execution & funding strategy and resolution of any impediments that arise.
• Deliver the project from early concept, through design, construction and commissioning and qualification, ensuring the project’s business intent is actually met.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees