Associate Director, Facilities Operations

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About This Role

As the Associate Director of Facilities Operations, you will oversee facilities, property management, environmental health and safety (EHS), and support maintenance of Laboratory Operations at our West Coast Hub in San Franciso, California. You will champion facilities operations and laboratory safety, ensuring regulatory compliance and managing emergency preparedness. This multifaceted role requires a proactive leader with a hands-on approach, dedicated to fostering a culture of safety, security, and operational excellence. You will manage site operations, lead functional teams, and work collaboratively across departments to achieve key objectives and contribute to our business success.

What You'll Do

• Oversee day-to-day property management, facility repairs, and renovations.
• Lead and assist with capital improvement projects, ensuring timely completion.
• Manage leasing, tenant relations, and contract negotiations effectively.
• Monitor financial management, budget control, and cost activities.
• Ensure compliance with property laws and safety standards.
• Develop partnerships with suppliers, contractors, and service providers.
• Champion laboratory safety with proactive EHS support and training.
• Oversee hazardous waste programs ensuring regulatory adherence.
• Conduct EHS reviews for new lab equipment installations.
• Oversee laboratory equipment, including equipment lifecycle management.
• Coordinate daily security operations and maintain emergency protocols.
• Serve as the primary liaison for security operations and communicate updates.
  
  

Who You Are

You have a robust understanding of facilities operations and EHS principles. Your proactive nature and strong leadership skills enable you to foster a culture of safety and operational excellence. You possess a hands-on approach and excel in strategic thinking and problem-solving. Your ability to communicate effectively and build strong partnerships is complemented by your passion for promoting sustainability and energy-efficient practices.

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years of professional experience in property management, real estate, or related fields. Equivalent education and experience may also be considered.
• Understanding of accounting and financial management.
• Knowledge of local, state, and federal property management laws.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Financial acumen and budgeting expertise.
• Leadership and team management capabilities.
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Experience in laboratory operations and safety management.
• Familiarity with EHS management systems and regulatory compliance.
• Ability to develop and deliver engaging training programs.
  
  

Job Level: Management

Additional Information

The base compensation range for this role is: $140,000.00-$193,000.00

Base salary offered is determined through an analytical approach utilizing a combination of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills & experience, job location, and internal equity.

Regular employees are eligible to receive both short term and long-term incentives, including cash bonus and equity incentive opportunities, designed to reward recent achievements and recognize your future potential based on individual, business unit and company performance.

Benefits

In addition to compensation, Biogen offers a full and highly competitive range of benefits designed to support our employees' and their families physical, financial, emotional, and social well-being; including, but not limited to:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, & Life insurances
• Fitness & Wellness programs including a fitness reimbursement
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance
• A minimum of 15 days of paid vacation and an additional end-of-year shutdown time off (Dec 26-Dec 31)
• Up to 12 company paid holidays 3 paid days off for Personal Significance
• 80 hours of sick time per calendar year
• Paid Maternity and Parental Leave benefit
• 401(k) program participation with company matched contributions
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Tuition reimbursement of up to $10,000 per calendar year
• Employee Resource Groups participation
  
  

Why Biogen?

We are a global team with a commitment to excellence, and a pioneering spirit. As a mid-sized biotechnology company, we provide the stability and resources of a well-established business while fostering an environment where individual contributions make a significant impact. Our team encompasses some of the most talented and passionate achievers who have unparalleled opportunities for learning, growth, and expanding their skills. Above all, we work together to deliver life-changing medicines, with every role playing a vital part in our mission. Caring Deeply. Achieving Excellence. Changing Lives.

At Biogen, we are committed to building on our culture of inclusion and belonging that reflects the communities where we operate and the patients we serve. We know that diverse backgrounds, cultures, and perspectives make us a stronger and more innovative company, and we are focused on building teams where every employee feels empowered and inspired. Read on to learn more about our DE&I efforts.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, marital status, race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law. Biogen is an E-Verify Employer in the United States.