Facilities Project Planner

What if the work you did every day could impact the lives of people you know? Or all of humanity?At Illumina, we are expanding access to genomic technology to realize health equity for billions of people around the world. Our efforts enable life-changing discoveries that are transforming human health through the early detection and diagnosis of diseases and new treatment options for patients.Working at Illumina means being part of something bigger than yourself. Every person, in every role, has the opportunity to make a difference. Surrounded by extraordinary people, inspiring leaders, and world changing projects, you will do more and become more than you ever thought possible.*Candidate must be able to work out of our San Diego, Hayward, or Foster City locations*Position Summary: This position will support the Regional Project Planning function within Global Facilities and provide facility planning and construction design management to facilitate execution at multiple project scales and delivery methods in an energetic and fast-paced environment.The role is responsible for construction project and renovation space planning, estimation, scheduling, and resourcing. This person will work closely with consultants and internal stakeholders to create functional area program, layout, and to coordinate facility infrastructure support needs.The ideal candidate for this role has proven ability to identify and resolve issues resourcefully and independently, and will work to understand key business drivers, applying this knowledge to decision making.We are looking for your talent, experience and initiative to join our growing team!Specific Responsibilities:Leading feasibility analysis and site master planning studiesTracking 3 year horizon of planned efforts to inform project roadmapReporting on project requirements and space planning initiatives related to lab and office renovations and/or new constructionDeveloping options for facility renovations and creating reports and presentations on proposalsPartnering closely with Leadership to align the project strategy to support business development plans and initiativesDefining and evaluating stakeholder objectives, contemplating solutions to these criteriaCommunicating and managing these objectives with the architect, engineer, internal project managers, and/or general contractors, throughout the lifecycle of the construction projectEnsuring project planning complies with applicable codes, standards, and specificationsEnsuring project planning complies with internal validation and change control requirementsUnderstanding facility space impacts over multiple simultaneous planning effortsBeing accountable for preliminary project budget and schedule creationPartnering with Procurement to create and execute contracts and purchase ordersReviewing bid information and third party cost estimates for accuracy and determining awardScheduling project review and sign off meetings, reviewing materials and methods of constructionEnsuring project documents are complete, current, and stored appropriately after close outCollaborating with internal key stakeholders and managing third-party consultants and vendorsForecasting and documenting space needs based on departmental growth and changeParticipating in the creation of engineering specifications and design standardsDaily operational support and other duties as needed or assignedGeneral Behaviors:High level of organization, detail-orientation, initiative, motivation, and reliabilityAble to work independently to manage time and perform within required deadlines, managing business and functional prioritiesComfort with ambiguity and effectiveness during periods of uncertainty and changeAble to clearly communicate cross functionally about complex equipment system concepts with team members, other stakeholders and third partiesBuild effective working relationships with peers and customer to influence decision making process towards business objective and stakeholder requirementPlan for contingencies to overcome obstacles, setbacks and uncertainties to ensure delivery of resultsQualifications:Typically requires a minimum of 2-5 years of related experienceMust be able to create, read, and understand construction drawings and specifications, and to prepare diagrams, plans, specifications, cost estimates, and schedulesMust understand principles and practices of construction and contract administration, architectural and engineering disciplinesStrong design and graphic presentation skills; able to lead and present to and interface with clients and consultants.Must work well independently in a highly collaborative environment with minimal directionDemonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Microsoft Project)Demonstrated analytical and critical thinking problem-solving skillsCandidate should understand trends and best practices that shape laboratory environments including, casework, equipment, HVAC, Electrical, Plumbing and Control Areas,Experience with Revit, CAD drafting and Bluebeam advantageousExperience with Laboratory and Environment, Health and Safety standards advantageousExperience working in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction industry preferredEducation:Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Architecture, Civil Engineering, Construction Management, or other related discipline required.The estimated base salary range for the Facilities Project Planner role based in the United States of America is: $74,900 - $112,300. Should the level or location of the role change during the hiring process, the applicable base pay range may be updated accordingly. The range reflects long‑term growth in the role; therefore, most candidates are hired between the minimum and middle of the range. Placement depends on experience, skills, location, and internal equity. Additionally, all employees are eligible for one of our variable cash programs (bonus or commission) and eligible roles may rec