Director/Executive Director - gRED Center

Genentech is seeking an exceptional Project Director/Executive Director to lead one of our most transformative capital initiatives: the conception and delivery of a groundbreaking 1.25M square foot research campus comprising seven state-of-the-art buildings at our South San Francisco headquarters. This is a rare opportunity to direct a monumental, complex project from inception through completion—one that will shape the future of biotech innovation and require visionary leadership, deep technical expertise, and the ability to orchestrate a dynamic ecosystem of internal teams, executive stakeholders, architects, engineers, and specialized consultants.

As the head of this strategic capital program, you'll be accountable for seamless execution across all project phases while ensuring alignment with Roche's functional, strategic, and financial objectives. If you're a seasoned construction leader with 15+ years managing large-scale, complex projects in California, possess exceptional executive presence, and thrive on building high-performing teams in ambiguous, high-stakes environments, this role offers the chance to leave a lasting legacy at one of the world's leading life sciences organizations.

The Campus Development organization is responsible for delivering the Genentech South San Francisco Campus of the future. Within Campus Development, the Project Director /Executive Director has responsibility for delivering a monumental and complex project program, to successful completion. This Project Director/ Executive Director role is responsible for effective project execution of all phases including planning, design, construction and closeout, assuring that the project achieves functional, strategic, and financial goals.

The Project Director /Executive Director reports to the Executive Director of Campus Development and is the head of the capital project.

• Lead the successful implementation of a monumental capital project—a new 1.25M Gross Square Feet research facility across seven buildings at the South San Francisco Campus—with overall accountability for all project phases from planning through closeout.

• Oversee a large team of direct reports, contractors, architects, engineers, and consultants while ensuring seamless collaboration with user teams and executive leadership (including Vice Presidents and senior company leadership).

• Ensure timely, cost-effective, and quality delivery of the project while meeting financial targets and strategic objectives, maintaining strict compliance with Roche directives, local building codes, fire protection regulations, and all applicable Technical Standards.

• Develop, manage, and strategically allocate financial resources through rigorous budgeting, forecasting, and cost control to optimize project financial performance.

• Proactively identify, assess, and mitigate project risks, employing strategic risk management and insurance minimization approaches to safeguard project success.

• Cultivate a collaborative and high-performance team environment that leverages internal and external resources effectively, inspiring teams to deliver excellence.

• Champion industry best practices and emerging technologies to drive innovation in capital project delivery while maintaining alignment with strategic goals throughout the project lifecycle.

• Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering (Civil, Structural, Chemical, Mechanical, Electrical), Quality Surveying or Construction Management.

• 15+ years of extensive experience in managing large-scale construction projects, with profound expertise in Project Management in California.

• Proven track record in delivering monumental, complex projects within large existing campus environments.

• Exceptional leadership, executive presence, and interpersonal communication skills (written and verbal) with demonstrated ability to guide and mentor large, interdisciplinary project teams.

• Strong business and technical acumen with advanced expertise in project management tools, methodologies, and construction delivery in complex, large-scale environments.

• Highly dependable, detail-oriented, self-starter with the ability to work independently while establishing and maintaining robust communication channels with all stakeholders to keep teams aligned and informed.

Relocation benefits are not available for this posting.

The expected salary range for this position based on the primary location of California is $201,500 - $442,100. Actual pay will be determined based on experience, qualifications, geographic location, and other job-related factors permitted by law. A discretionary annual bonus may be available based on individual and Company performance.

This position also qualifies for the benefits detailed at the link provided below.

Genentech is an equal opportunity employer. It is our policy and practice to employ, promote, and otherwise treat any and all employees and applicants on the basis of merit, qualifications, and competence. The company's policy prohibits unlawful discrimination, including but not limited to, discrimination on the basis of Protected Veteran status, individuals with disabilities status, and consistent with all federal, state, or local laws.

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