Workplace Strategy and Planning

Roche•Pleasanton, CA

4d•$122,360 - $227,240•Onsite

About The Position

At Roche, we believe our physical spaces shape the future of science. As our Workplace Strategy & Space Planning Lead, you will champion the design, master planning, and operational strategy for our campus, transforming office and high-complexity laboratory environments into inspiring, sustainable hubs of scientific excellence. In this role, you’ll bridge the gap between global architectural vision and day-to-day R&D needs—directing capital projects up to $5M, driving data-informed space allocation, and leading change management initiatives that keep our research teams performing at their best.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Project Management, or related field with 5+ years in workplace design, space planning, or facilities management.
3+ years managing laboratory space portfolios in a pharmaceutical/life sciences setting, with working knowledge of lab design standards, safety regulations (e.g., BSL, chemical fume hoods), and GMP/GLP compliance (preferred).
Proven track record leading cross-functional teams and managing end-to-end capital project deliverables with budgets up to $5M (PMP certification preferred).
Proficiency with Integrated Workplace Management Systems (IWMS) or lab-specific tools (LIMS, equipment tracking) to analyze occupancy metrics and execute space allocation workflows.
Strong ability to collaborate directly with scientific leadership, R&D teams, and global facility partners to align workspace design with business objectives.
Demonstrated experience driving workplace experience initiatives, communication plans, and occupancy transitions to minimize operational disruption.

Nice To Haves

PMP certification preferred
working knowledge of lab design standards, safety regulations (e.g., BSL, chemical fume hoods), and GMP/GLP compliance

Responsibilities

Direct all project delivery phases (budgets up to $5M, vendor coordination, timelines) for new construction and renovations across office and laboratory environments.
Lead interior and exterior space optimization strategies, ensuring lab designs meet scientific requirements, biosafety/GLP/GMP standards, and operational workflows.
Manage campus laboratory space assignments, tracking utilization metrics to make data-driven recommendations for capacity planning and reallocation.
Maintain campus workplace policies, design guidelines, and safety/ergonomic standards in close partnership with R&D, SHE, and Quality teams.
Develop and execute comprehensive change management and transition plans to maximize adoption of new workspace strategies with minimal business disruption.
Collaborate with local and global partners to align capital projects with campus master planning and long-term strategic R&D objectives.
Oversee sustainability, furniture reuse, and donation programs to ensure alignment with corporate environmental and safety goals.