Senior Project Manager

Senior Project Manager – SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory – Menlo Park, CA Overview This position is an employee of Stanford University, providing support to the Department of Energy (DOE) contract at SLAC National Accelerator Laboratory. The Project Management Office (PMO) Department, Design and Construction Services (DCS) group is seeking a Project Manager to deliver world‑class design and construction of facilities and infrastructure projects in support of world‑changing scientific research. The Project Manager will be responsible for planning, developing, procuring, designing, constructing, and close‑out/transition to operations of infrastructure project scopes ranging from $50M to $500M. SLAC has multiple projects planned to improve scientific research capabilities and to maintain existing infrastructure, including administrative spaces, scientific laboratories, cleanrooms, campus‑wide supporting civil infrastructure, and tunneling involving heavy civil underground construction. Responsibilities The primary focus of the position is delivering design and construction work scopes for the assigned project. Manage the entire collection of projects and/or programs undertaken by an organization or division to ensure they align with SLAC’s strategic objectives. Perform the full project management cycle: initiation, planning, execution, monitoring & controlling, and closing; independently lead and direct projects requiring high levels of functional integration across multiple engineering systems and disciplines. Develop and manage critical paths and schedules, maintaining detailed knowledge of project timelines and interdependencies with other major projects and laboratory operation downtimes. Direct the development of project execution plans, communication plans, and acquisition strategy plans, and develop resource plans for assigned project control accounts. Facilitate discussions and negotiations between SLAC stakeholders to drive consensus on project design and operational requirements. Direct the work of contractors and Architects/Engineers consultants to ensure project requirements are captured and design meets program requirements as approved by stakeholders. Utilize approved project management systems, processes, and tools to maintain alignment with SLAC Project Management Office and DOE reporting requirements. Apply comprehensive change management strategies and communication plans to manage project/portfolio scope and stakeholder expectations. Ensure design readiness and technical reviews are conducted; identify and manage responsible project account risks and actively monitor mitigation measures to control cost, schedule, and scope. Integrate Environmental Safety & Health (ES&H) considerations in planning, design, and construction of infrastructure, implementing SLAC ES&H policy and best practices. Oversee general contractor activities such as safety, configuration, cost, and schedule control on assigned project control accounts. Ensure construction conforms to SLAC policies and engineering specifications under dynamic working conditions. Interact with DOE SLAC Site Office representatives along with the Project Director or designee to convey project status and proactively communicate challenges as they arise. Perform other duties as assigned. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in electrical, civil, or mechanical engineering, architecture, construction management, or a related field and ten years of relevant experience or a combination of education and experience. At least five years of experience as a project leader with direct responsibility for at least $50M of scope. Experience delivering major electrical, mechanical, and civil infrastructure scopes with complex engineering design, extensive interfaces, and restricted construction work windows. Overseeing single contract procurement of over $25M, from sources‑sought phase to RFP development, vendor selection, contract negotiations, award, vendor performance management, change control, and contract closeout. Proficiency with Primavera P6, MS Project, AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, SharePoint, or other software to enhance collaboration during design review and construction processes. Experience with AACE estimate classifications, design maturity, and risk assessments to develop cost and schedule contingency. Ability to organize work and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Highly effective written and oral communication skills for a wide variety of audiences, including clients, owners’ representatives, authorities having jurisdiction, contractors, architects, engineers, and contracting personnel. Ability to maintain positive interpersonal relationships, balance customer expectations with project realities, and guide decision‑making to achieve project goals and deadlines. Ability to assemble, engage, and lead cross‑functional teams. Demonstrated skill in integrating scope, time, cost, quality, human resources, communications, risk, and procurement components. Resilience, diplomacy, influence, relationship building, and problem‑solving skills in a variety of situations. Strong commitment to improving construction quality and safety through front‑end planning, safety‑by‑design principles, peer review processes, and lessons learned. Preferred Requirements Experience in heavy civil underground construction, including tunneling. Master’s degree in engineering, construction, architecture, project management, or a related field. Knowledge of implementing DOE Order 413.3 Program and Project Management for Acquisition of Capital Assets. Senior project design, construction, and project leadership experience for specialized laboratories, clean rooms, and experimental science. Experience with Earned Value Management Systems in a project and/or construction environment. Experience managing multi‑year publicly funded construction projects subject to Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR). Knowledge of California Building Codes, electrical and mechanical design standards, local environmental standards, and industrial and construction safety standards. Coordination and management of project stakeholders at all levels of a matrix organization. Familiarity with the design and construction of high‑voltage and medium‑voltage electrical transmission and distribution systems, as well as electrical SCADA systems. Familiarity with sustainable design and construction approaches to reduce a project’s carbon footprint. Certificates and Licenses Must have a valid driver’s license; this position will require driving on a construction site. Project Management Professional (PMP) or equivalent preferred. Professional Engineer (PE) license or Registered Architect (RA) preferred. SLAC Employee Competencies Effective Decisions – uses job knowledge and judgment to make quality decisions in a timely manner. Self‑Development – pursues learning and development opportunities. Dependability – delivers results with personal responsibility. Initiative – proactively engages with optimism, energy, and motivation. Adaptability – flexes as needed when change occurs. Communication – ensures effective information flow to various audiences. Relationships – builds trust, collaboration, and a positive climate. 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. Work Standards Interpersonal Skills – works well with Stanford colleagues, clients, and external organizations. Promote Culture of Safety – demonstrates commitment to personal responsibility and environmental safety. Compliance – expected to comply with all applicable University policies and procedures, including those found in the Administrative Guide. Classification and Salary Classification Title: Project Management Manager 3 – Facilities/Construction. Grade: M. Job code: 4403. Employment Duration: Regular Continuing. Expected pay range: $198,474 – $236,871 per annum. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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 must demonstrate the legal right to work in the United States. SLAC is an E‑Verify employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr 6AM City, LLC