Job Description
General Summary:The Fan Pier scheduling and planning manager is responsible for managing the Fan Pier consolidated site schedule and to coordinate activities with operational impact across The Fan Pier global HQ and research campus. This role will also maintain key performance indicators as defined by the Facilities and Lab Services site leaders with the goal of driving operational excellence and continuous improvement. This role is highly collaborative with key stakeholders across the site and the enterprise operations team.This role will report to the Fan Pier Operations Director and will have dotted line responsibility to the site head of Facilities and Lab Services. This role will also engage closely with the regional planning team to drive consistent practices across the organization.Key Duties and Responsibilities:
- Develops and manages the consolidated site schedule to provide awareness and to de-risk activities required to operate the Fan Pier campus.
- Manages approval and qualification of vendors and purchase orders to facilitate operating activities in alignment with Vertex contracting policies.
- Engages with the Vertex sourcing team to ensure competitive pricing and alignment of terms.
- Establishes key performance indicators in conjunction with facilities and lab services to drive performance and uptime in collaboration with each R&D facility across the Vertex network.
- Manages the site daily operational scrum to provide visibility de-conflict planned work and events across the Fan Pier campus
- Manages the campus operational newsletter to provide visibility to key initiatives and to inform leadership of milestones and events that the site operations team has executed.
- Strong analytical skills with knowledge of data analysis tools and reporting
- Computer skills including knowledge of Microsoft Office products
- Strong communication skills at all levels including project teams, key stakeholders and senior management.
- Collaborative nature with proven ability for excellent customer service and achieving buy-in from other functional groups.
- Technically proficient and skilled in efficient planning and completion of projects.
- Awareness of health, safety and environmental legislation relevant to the role.
- Reliability and strong independent judgment to make decisions respond quickly in emergencies and adapt to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Familiarity with laboratory environment equipment.
- Has excellent technical knowledge and skills in one or more Facilities maintenance trades.
- Proven track record in project management of M&E, Building & Lab Services with a practical hand on approach and knowledge of CMMS/CAFM/BMS systems.
- Strong working technical knowledge of Labs, M&E, CDM, EH&S, project management and associated duties.
- BIFM, or relevant qualification at diploma level.
- NEBOSH General Certificate or ISOH equivalent.
- Bachelor's degree in relevant discipline
- Typically requires 10 years of experience or the equivalent combination of education and experience
Pay Range:
$117,600 - $176,400Disclosure Statement:
The range provided is based on what we believe is a reasonable estimate for the base salary pay range for this job at the time of posting. This role is eligible for an annual bonus and annual equity awards. Some roles may also be eligible for overtime pay, in accordance with federal and state requirements. Actual base salary pay will be based on a number of factors, including skills, competencies, experience, and other job-related factors permitted by law.
At Vertex, our Total Rewards offerings also include inclusive market-leading benefits to meet our employees wherever they are in their career, financial, family and wellbeing journey while providing flexibility and resources to support their growth and aspirations. From medical, dental and vision benefits to generous paid time off (including a week-long company shutdown in the Summer and the Winter), educational assistance programs including student loan repayment, a generous commuting subsidy, matching charitable donations, 401(k) and so much more.
Flex Designation:
On-Site DesignatedFlex Eligibility Status:
In this On-Site designated role, you will work five days per week on-site with ad hoc flexibility.
Note: The Flex status for this position is subject to Vertex’s Policy on Flex @ Vertex Program and may be changed at any time.
Company Information
Vertex is a global biotechnology company that invests in scientific innovation.
Vertex is committed to equal employment opportunity and non-discrimination for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to a person's race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, marital status, or any characteristic protected under applicable law. Vertex is an E-Verify Employer in the United States. Vertex will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with known disabilities, in accordance with applicable law.
Any applicant requiring an accommodation in connection with the hiring process and/or to perform the essential functions of the position for which the applicant has applied should make a request to the recruiter or hiring manager, or contact Talent Acquisition at [email protected]
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Vertex Pharmaceuticals Boston, Massachusetts, USA Office
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Inc., 50 Northern Avenue, Boston, MA 02210, US, Boston, MA, United States, 02210
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