SRWC Program Manager
Stanford University
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Position Description
Land, Buildings & Real Estate – Caretakers of a Legacy: Land, Buildings & Real Estate (LBRE) is the operational core of Stanford University’s physical campus. LBRE constructs and maintains the Stanford campus, where advancements across the academic spectrum are made possible. Our work is founded upon the collective value of dedication, innovation, expertise, teamwork, and continuous improvement. We are committed to serving the university’s academic mission, as well as preserving and enhancing Stanford’s 8,100 acres, and pride ourselves on supporting the teaching and research of the university as “Caretakers of a Legacy." JOB PURPOSE: Lead and manage specialized, diverse facilities operations for the Stanford Redwood City Campus (SRWC). Acting as a key operational partner to the Facilities and Operations Director, this role is responsible for the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of specialized building systems and the successful execution of facilities projects. This individual will serve as a technical expert, coordinating solutions and driving operational excellence across the campus physical environment. CORE DUTIES:* Building Systems & Maintenance Management: Perform regular condition assessments of building equipment and systems (HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety). Analyze results to identify needs, establish preventive maintenance plans, and manage the campus’s long-term preservation strategy. Coordinate and integrate utility usage and optimization efforts. Project & Vendor Management: Lead and execute facilities projects, including renovations, space reconfigurations, and process improvements. Directly manage vendors and service contracts from bidding to completion, directing, inspecting, and approving work to ensure it meets Stanford's quality standards and project timelines. Strategic & Financial Oversight: Serve as the primary facilities point of contact and operational partner to SRWC Ops Leadership. Manage budgets for maintenance and renovations, track purchase orders, and handle property administration tasks, including asset inventory. Analyze data to recommend process modifications for increased productivity and cost reduction. Operational Liaison & Support: Act as the primary point of contact for facilities issues within assigned buildings. Initiate work requests, monitor them to completion, and coordinate logistics to minimize disruption to campus occupants. Provide excellent customer service and communication to all stakeholders. *** - Other duties may also be assigned** MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree and five years of related, demonstrated facilities management experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience. Five years of related experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Technical knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and security. Strong project management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities and deliver on project plans. Excellent analytical skills to track complex space, equipment, and financial data. Mature judgment and strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a broad range of people, from senior leadership to external vendors. Demonstrated experience in vendor management, services contracting, and budget oversight. Background knowledge of emergency preparedness plans and safe work practices. Proficiency with applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Certifications and Licenses: Must possess and maintain a valid California non-commercial Class C Driver’s License. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:* Frequently stand/walk, seated, performs desk-based computer tasks. Occasionally climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, use a telephone, writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 20 pounds. Ability to obtain and maintain a California Non-commercial Class Driver's license and drive day or night. Work Standards: When conducting university business, must comply with California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements. *** - 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.** The expected pay range for this position is $112,502 to $136,592 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. 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. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form. 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: 4373 Employee Status: Regular Grade: I Requisition ID: 109032 Work Arrangement : Hybrid Eligible
Qualifications
MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Education & Experience: Bachelor’s degree and five years of related, demonstrated facilities management experience, or a combination of education and relevant experience. Five years of related experience preferred. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Technical knowledge of building systems, including HVAC, electrical, plumbing, life safety, and security. Strong project management skills, with a proven ability to manage multiple projects with competing priorities and deliver on project plans. Excellent analytical skills to track complex space, equipment, and financial data. Mature judgment and strong interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a broad range of people, from senior leadership to external vendors. Demonstrated experience in vendor management, services contracting, and budget oversight. Background knowledge of emergency preparedness plans and safe work practices. Proficiency with applications such as Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. Certifications and Licenses: Must possess and maintain a valid California non-commercial Class C Driver’s License. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:* Frequently stand/walk, seated, performs desk-based computer tasks. Occasionally climb (ladders, scaffolds, or other), twist/bend/stoop/squat, reach/work above shoulders, grasp lightly/fine manipulation, use a telephone, writing by hand, lift/carry/push/pull objects that weigh up to 20 pounds. Ability to obtain and maintain a California Non-commercial Class Driver's license and drive day or night. Work Standards: When conducting university business, must comply with California Vehicle Code and Stanford University driving requirements. *** - 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.** The expected pay range for this position is $112,502 to $136,592 per annum. Stanford University provides pay ranges representing its good faith estimate of the salary or hourly wage the university reasonably expects to pay for a position upon hire. 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. At Stanford University, base pay represents only one aspect of the comprehensive rewards package. The job duties listed are typical examples of work performed by positions in this job classification and are not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, tasks, and responsibilities. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary depending on department or program needs without changing the general nature and scope of the job or level of responsibility. Employees may also perform other duties as assigned. Consistent with its obligations under the law, the University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants and employees with disabilities. Applicants requiring a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process should contact Stanford University Human Resources by submitting a contact form. 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.