Project Management Manager [Design and Construction]
Job ID
6461
Location
SLAC - Menlo Park, CA
Full-Time
Regular
SLAC Job Postings
Position Overview:
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is seeking a Project Management Manager (PMM) to deliver world-class design and construction of facilities and infrastructure projects in support of world-changing scientific research. In this role, the PMM will supervise and lead a team of infrastructure project managers through initiation, planning, design, construction, and transition to operations phases of projects from $50k up to $34M. Project managers will also be assigned to support major projects, and will receive coaching, mentoring, and professional development from the PMM. SLAC currently has multiple projects planned ($50k-$600M+) to improve scientific research capabilities and to maintain existing infrastructure, including utilities, offices, administrative spaces, scientific laboratories, and cleanrooms campus-wide.
The PMM will leverage effective team leadership, build trust, and influence others to achieve results in a highly collaborative environment with transparency and integrity, setting team goals, and accountable for team compliance with standard project procedures, data, and reporting. The PMM will also guide projects to support the DOE Laboratory science mission, working regularly with stakeholders in the scientific community. Prior experience with federal acquisition regulations, federal funding policies, and the DOE Order 413.3B projects is highly desired.
This position is an employee of Stanford University, providing support to the Department of Energy (DOE) contract at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. This position requires the highest personal and professional commitment to delivering safe, quality infrastructure project performance. This position reports to the Associate Director of Design and Construction Services within the Project Portfolio Management Office (PPMO) Division.
SLAC is a U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) laboratory operated by Stanford University and based in Menlo Park, CA.
Your specific responsibilities include:
Lead and manage an infrastructure project management group of 20+ Project Managers, including recruiting, hiring, training, developing, evaluating, and setting priorities. Provide instruction on complex techniques and direction on projects. Evaluate the effectiveness of the organizational structure and programs to ensure success, development of employees, and appropriate use of staff resources.
Perform day-to-day management of an infrastructure project management group. Provide technical and managerial guidance to subordinates. Forecast workload requirements, coordinate with project managers requesting construction management services, and assign work based on risk and complexity to ensure successful project execution.
Ensure safe, quality work completion within schedule, budgetary and design constraints; make decisions about analysis, design, and testing; review subcontractor compliance and performance, and recommend corrective actions; and provide alternative methods for achieving goals when necessary.
Create and execute business and technical plans and revise as appropriate to meet changing needs and requirements. Evaluate and assess metrics and program effectiveness; assess and proactively monitor trends, recommend, and implement continuous improvement initiatives.
Make independent decisions regarding projects, programs, and initiatives within confines established by management.
Develop and manage budgets for work group.
Oversee and/or assist in preparation and submission of documentation, such as proposals, progress reports, or other contractual requirements.
Complete strategic planning for own work group; may assist higher level management in broader scope strategic planning.
Review, edit, and maintain standard procedures for infrastructure project management. Develop templates and guides to support standardized work processes. Recommend revisions to standard specifications and general requirements for construction contracts.
Review project status and ensure accurate, timely reporting and stakeholder communication.
Facilitate discussions, partnering, and negotiations to drive recommended consensus.
Lead and advocate to monitor and maintain safety, quality, and other key performance indicators for design and construction. Assist or lead inquiries to understand causal factors for construction safety and quality performance issues. Recommend and implement change to support a continuous improvement organization and culture.
Other duties may also be assigned.
To be successful in this position you will bring:
Bachelor's degree in engineering (especially civil, mechanical, or electrical), architecture, construction management, or a related field and five years of progressively responsible, relevant project management experience performing duties similar to those listed above or combination of education and relevant experience.
Experience leading and managing a large organization of technical staff through subordinate group or section leads.
Experience leading large, complex projects or programs.
Demonstrated ability to organize work and to manage multiple projects.
Exceptional and effective written and oral communication skills to address a wide variety of audiences.
In-depth knowledge and understanding of university operations, administration, community, and mission.
Ability to productively assemble, engage, and lead cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated project management ability to employ safety, quality, scope, time management, cost, human resources, communications, risk, and procurement components.
Demonstrated resilience, diplomacy, influence, relationship building, and problem-solving skills in a variety of situations.
Keen grasp of interpersonal and impact awareness.
Depth of knowledge in technical construction and contract management needed to deliver projects.
In addition, preferred requirements include:
Master¿s degree in engineering, architecture, project management, construction management, business administration, or related field.
10 plus years of experience in facilities design and construction project management, and 4 years of experience as a manager/supervisor.
Expert knowledge and experience with the full life cycle of facilities project management phases, from initiation through close-out, for projects from $100k-$34M+.
Expert knowledge and experience related to gathering stakeholder input; preparing statements of work, estimates, and requests for procurement; preparing budget estimates and schedules; developing plans and specifications; design review and permitting process; design and construction contract administration and change control; commissioning and transition to operations.
Experience managing programs and portfolios of facilities projects, tracking and reporting financial and schedule performance, monitoring metrics and KPIs
Expert knowledge of construction scheduling processes. Working knowledge of Primavera P6, MS Project, and collaborative project-management software. Pull-planning or Last Planner® System schedule management experience.
Experience with multiple construction delivery methods, including Design-Build, Design-Bid-Build, CMAR, and multi-prime contracting
Design and construction experience for utilities and infrastructure, new and renovated buildings, specialized laboratories, clean rooms, and experimental science
Experience delivering DOE 413.3B projects
Experience with federal contracting requirements and specifications
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office, MS Teams, and SharePoint products
Certifications and Licenses:
PMI Project Management Professional (PMP), preferred
SLAC Manager Competencies:
Results Through Others: Achieves expected results by effectively delegating and managing the work of others.
Aligns Priorities: Ensures planning and prioritization of resources and work efforts; ensures alignment of direct and matrix reports to support organizational goals and business plans.
Applies Lab Acumen: Maintains understanding of lab efforts and direction as well as current research and trends, considers technology and customer impacts, and contributes relevant, informed ideas to lab growth.
Navigates Complexity: Demonstrates effective problem-solving and decision-making in complex situations; manages a multitude of information and circumstances to discern what is most important; takes appropriate action, even with conflicting data or in difficult situations.
Communication: Ensures effective information flow to various audiences and creates and delivers clear, appropriate written, spoken, presented messages.
Relationships: Builds relationships to foster trust, collaboration, and a positive climate to achieve common goals.
Self-awareness: Seeks feedback from others and takes ownership of, and actions to address what is learned; recognizes impact on others and adjusts as needed; pursues continuous learning opportunities; implements a meaningful development plan.
Team Effectiveness: Effectively motivates team members and fosters a diverse and collaborative environment; leverages individual members¿ strengths for overall team effectiveness; incorporates insights to improve team operations.
Purpose & Vision: Articulates a clear vision of expected outcomes; inspires others to execute work plans and feel a sense of purpose and ownership for the mission.
Attracts & Develops Employee Talent: Plans for, attracts, and hires the right talent for current and future organizational needs; operates with a focus on growing internal talent through organizational and staff development; values and encourages continuous growth development through a blend of work experiences, coaching, and formal learning; aligns individual development with organizational needs and objectives.
Physical requirements and Working conditions:
Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodation to any employee with a disability who requires accommodation to perform the essential functions of his or her job.
Job will include regular construction project surveillance.
Ability to maintain a valid non-commercial California Driver's license.
Given the nature of this position, SLAC will require onsite work .
Work standards:
Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates the ability to work well with Stanford colleagues and clients and with external organizations.
Promote Culture of Safety: Demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and value for environment, safety, and security; communicates related concerns; uses and promotes safe behaviors based on training and lessons learned. Meets the applicable roles and responsibilities as described in the ESH Manual, Chapter 1¿General Policy and Responsibilities: http://www-group.slac.stanford.edu/esh/eshmanual/pdfs/ESHch01.pdf
Subject to and expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including but not limited to the personnel policies and other policies found in the University's Administrative Guide, http://adminguide.stanford.edu
Classification Title: Project Management Manager 1-Facilities/Construction
Grade: L Job Code: 4406
Employment duration: Regular Continuing
The expected pay range for this position is $201,965 - $241,420. SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory/Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of what the university reasonably expects to pay for a position. The pay offered to a selected candidate will be determined based on factors such as (but not limited to) the scope and responsibilities of the position, the qualifications of the selected candidate, departmental budget availability, internal equity, geographic location, and external market pay for comparable jobs.
SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory is an Affirmative Action / Equal Opportunity Employer and supports diversity in the workplace. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital or family status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. All staff at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory must be able to demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. SLAC is an E-Verify employer.
