Stanford University
Assistant Director and Senior Project Manager - Facilities/Construction
Stanford University, Palo Alto, California, United States, 94306
Overview
Assistant Director and Senior Project Manager - Facilities/Construction, Residential & Dining Enterprises, Stanford, California
Facilities | Post Date: Apr 11, 2025 | Requisition #: 106247
About Stanford University and Residential & Dining Enterprises Stanford University, located between San Francisco and San Jose in California’s Silicon Valley, is a leading teaching and research university established in 1891. Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&D E), the largest auxiliary at Stanford, supports the academic mission by delivering high-quality services to students and the university community. R&DE operates 24/7/365 with an operating budget over $350M and a $3B asset portfolio across a 7 million sq. ft. physical plant. R&DE comprises 900 FTE staff across divisions including Student Housing Operations, Stanford Dining, Stanford Hospitality & Auxiliaries, Stanford Conferences, Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects, plus strategic partners in Finance & Administration, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Strategic Communications.
“Students (Customers) First” is the mantra of R&DE, and Excellence is defined by aligning strategic goals and performance with our vision.
This role is currently designated as hybrid, which means eligibility for one day of telecommuting work. Hybrid schedules are discretionary and may change throughout the year depending on operational needs.
Job Purpose For assistant director elements of this role: assist the Senior Associate Director for Project Delivery in overseeing projects, supporting multiple staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, participating in planning, budgeting, and contract negotiations, and acting as backup when the Senior Associate Director is away.
For senior project manager elements of this role: manage large and complex projects with high performance risk, drive projects to completion, manage multiple projects of varying sizes, and lead a project team consisting of a project manager and a project engineer. Work is typically 80% project leadership and 20% technical contributions.
Core Duties
Perform the full project management lifecycle: initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing. Independently lead and direct projects requiring high functional integration across multiple disciplines.
Direct development of an action plan and estimate resources (management, labor, materials, time) required to complete the project.
Facilitate discussions and negotiations to drive consensus on recommendations.
Develop and help execute a comprehensive change management strategy and communication plan relative to project scope and stakeholders; lead change management methodologies underpinning project success.
Scope and risk management for complex, university-wide impact projects, with accountability for budgets up to $10M per project and aggregate scope over $10M.
* Other duties may be assigned.
Minimum Requirements Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and five years of related project management experience with size/complexity and moderate performance risk, including planning, scheduling, tracking, and budgeting; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred technical education in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related fields.
Preferred certification in Project or Construction Management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong written and oral communication skills for diverse audiences.
Ability to assemble, engage, and lead cross-functional teams.
Proven project management ability across integration, scope, time, cost, quality, HR, communications, risk, and procurement.
Ability to balance customer expectations with project realities.
Resilience, diplomacy, relationship-building, problem-solving, and impact awareness.
Depth of knowledge in the technical discipline needed to deliver projects.
Preferred experience in engineering, architecture, or construction management.
Physical Requirements
Frequent standing/walking, sitting, desk tasks; ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 10 pounds; occasional handling up to 20 pounds; rare handling up to 40 pounds or more.
Valid non-commercial California driver’s license.
Auditory and visual acuity adequate to perform duties (color vision for finishes).
Ability to climb scaffolding, ladders, stairs, etc.
* Reasonable accommodation to perform essential functions will be provided as required by law.
Working Conditions
Work may occur in active laboratories or outdoor environments; exposure to extreme temperatures, high voltage, radiation or electromagnetic fields, lasers, noise, allergens/chemicals/asbestos, or heavy metals.
May require travel or driving day and night; may work extended hours, evenings and weekends; PPE and cleanroom attire may be required.
Work Standards
Comply with California Vehicle Code and Stanford driving requirements.
Demonstrate interpersonal skills; promote safety culture; follow university policies and procedures.
Adhere to policies in the University Administrative Guide.
Pay Range:
175K-185K per annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing a good faith estimate of compensation. The final offer is based on factors including scope, qualifications, and internal/external market considerations.
Why Stanford is for You Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Stanford’s mission is supported by 17,000 staff who are driven to impact the future. Benefits and perks include:
Career development programs and tuition reimbursement; opportunities to engage with events and speakers.
Caring culture with retirement plans, generous time off, and family resources.
Health and fitness benefits, including access to facilities and healthcare.
Free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts, and more.
The job duties listed are typical examples and not a comprehensive inventory of all duties. Duties may vary by department. Employees may perform other duties as assigned.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Additional Information
Schedule: Full-time
Job Code: 4402
Employee Status: Regular
Grade: K
Requisition ID: 106247
Work Arrangement: Hybrid Eligible
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Facilities | Post Date: Apr 11, 2025 | Requisition #: 106247
About Stanford University and Residential & Dining Enterprises Stanford University, located between San Francisco and San Jose in California’s Silicon Valley, is a leading teaching and research university established in 1891. Residential & Dining Enterprises (R&D E), the largest auxiliary at Stanford, supports the academic mission by delivering high-quality services to students and the university community. R&DE operates 24/7/365 with an operating budget over $350M and a $3B asset portfolio across a 7 million sq. ft. physical plant. R&DE comprises 900 FTE staff across divisions including Student Housing Operations, Stanford Dining, Stanford Hospitality & Auxiliaries, Stanford Conferences, Maintenance Operations and Capital Projects, plus strategic partners in Finance & Administration, Information Technology, Human Resources, and Strategic Communications.
“Students (Customers) First” is the mantra of R&DE, and Excellence is defined by aligning strategic goals and performance with our vision.
This role is currently designated as hybrid, which means eligibility for one day of telecommuting work. Hybrid schedules are discretionary and may change throughout the year depending on operational needs.
Job Purpose For assistant director elements of this role: assist the Senior Associate Director for Project Delivery in overseeing projects, supporting multiple staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, participating in planning, budgeting, and contract negotiations, and acting as backup when the Senior Associate Director is away.
For senior project manager elements of this role: manage large and complex projects with high performance risk, drive projects to completion, manage multiple projects of varying sizes, and lead a project team consisting of a project manager and a project engineer. Work is typically 80% project leadership and 20% technical contributions.
Core Duties
Perform the full project management lifecycle: initiating, planning, executing, monitoring and controlling, and closing. Independently lead and direct projects requiring high functional integration across multiple disciplines.
Direct development of an action plan and estimate resources (management, labor, materials, time) required to complete the project.
Facilitate discussions and negotiations to drive consensus on recommendations.
Develop and help execute a comprehensive change management strategy and communication plan relative to project scope and stakeholders; lead change management methodologies underpinning project success.
Scope and risk management for complex, university-wide impact projects, with accountability for budgets up to $10M per project and aggregate scope over $10M.
* Other duties may be assigned.
Minimum Requirements Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in a related field and five years of related project management experience with size/complexity and moderate performance risk, including planning, scheduling, tracking, and budgeting; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
Preferred technical education in engineering, architecture, construction management, or related fields.
Preferred certification in Project or Construction Management.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
Strong written and oral communication skills for diverse audiences.
Ability to assemble, engage, and lead cross-functional teams.
Proven project management ability across integration, scope, time, cost, quality, HR, communications, risk, and procurement.
Ability to balance customer expectations with project realities.
Resilience, diplomacy, relationship-building, problem-solving, and impact awareness.
Depth of knowledge in the technical discipline needed to deliver projects.
Preferred experience in engineering, architecture, or construction management.
Physical Requirements
Frequent standing/walking, sitting, desk tasks; ability to lift/carry/push/pull up to 10 pounds; occasional handling up to 20 pounds; rare handling up to 40 pounds or more.
Valid non-commercial California driver’s license.
Auditory and visual acuity adequate to perform duties (color vision for finishes).
Ability to climb scaffolding, ladders, stairs, etc.
* Reasonable accommodation to perform essential functions will be provided as required by law.
Working Conditions
Work may occur in active laboratories or outdoor environments; exposure to extreme temperatures, high voltage, radiation or electromagnetic fields, lasers, noise, allergens/chemicals/asbestos, or heavy metals.
May require travel or driving day and night; may work extended hours, evenings and weekends; PPE and cleanroom attire may be required.
Work Standards
Comply with California Vehicle Code and Stanford driving requirements.
Demonstrate interpersonal skills; promote safety culture; follow university policies and procedures.
Adhere to policies in the University Administrative Guide.
Pay Range:
175K-185K per annum.
Stanford University provides pay ranges representing a good faith estimate of compensation. The final offer is based on factors including scope, qualifications, and internal/external market considerations.
Why Stanford is for You Imagine a world without search engines or social platforms. Stanford’s mission is supported by 17,000 staff who are driven to impact the future. Benefits and perks include:
Career development programs and tuition reimbursement; opportunities to engage with events and speakers.
Caring culture with retirement plans, generous time off, and family resources.
Health and fitness benefits, including access to facilities and healthcare.
Free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts, and more.
The job duties listed are typical examples and not a comprehensive inventory of all duties. Duties may vary by department. Employees may perform other duties as assigned.
Stanford is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Additional Information
Schedule: Full-time
Job Code: 4402
Employee Status: Regular
Grade: K
Requisition ID: 106247
Work Arrangement: Hybrid Eligible
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