Sr. Director of Facilities Operations and Capital Projects

Antheia; Menlo Park (CA); On-site; USD 235,000 - 280,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Equity opportunities

Excellent medical, dental, and vision

401(k) retirement plan

Gym access at Menlo Park Labs

Shuttle service to CalTrain/BART

Job summary

Antheia is hiring a Senior Director of Facilities Operations and Capital Projects to lead Real Estate, Facilities & Maintenance, Security, EH&S, IT Administration, Lab Operations and Workplace across multiple sites in a fast-paced biotech setting. The role requires delivering projects on time and within budget while guiding cross-functional teams.

You will manage budgets, leases, vendor relationships, and regulatory compliance with DEA/EPA/FDA standards, focusing on cost control, safety and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related fields.
• Minimum 8 years of facilities experience, including 5 years of management.
• Experience with FDA and DEA areas.
• Technically proficient in AutoCAD, Revit, Bluebeam, CMMS and Microsoft Office.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day facility operations for a multi-site business with extensive lab and manufacturing scope.
• Plan, budget, and execute all capital projects, ensuring delivery on time and within budget.
• Negotiate lease agreements and act as primary contact for landlords.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local, state, and federal regulations (DEA, EPA, FDA).
• Develop and manage budgets for space utilization, furniture, capital and leasehold items, and IT needs.

Skills

Leadership & people management

Project management

Budgeting & cost control

Cross-functional collaboration

Regulatory compliance (DEA/FDA)

Vendor/contract management

Strong communication

Biotech/pharma industry knowledge

Strategic roadmapping

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering, Architecture, or related fields

Tools

AutoCAD

Revit

Bluebeam

CMMS

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Sr. Director of Facilities Operations and Capital Projects

About Antheia

Antheia istheadvanced biosynthesiscompany transformingpharmaceutical manufacturing and innovation for the 21st century. Antheia’s commercially proven technology platform produces high-value pharmaceutical ingredients in a fraction of the time compared to legacy approaches while significantly reducing supply chain risk. The company provides its global pharmaceutical customers with a resilient, efficient supply of critical ingredients at scale, while expanding the innovation frontier for new therapeutic development. Backed by leading investors and recognized by the U.S. government as a priority technology for public health and national and economic security, Antheia is manufacturing the medicines the world needs today while enabling tomorrow’s breakthrough therapeutics.

Working at Antheia

Our cross-functional team shares a vision for the future: improved pharmaceutical supply chains that can end drug shortages and driveequitableaccess to essential medicines. As a team, we aim to embody a culture that celebrates diversity, prioritizes knowledge sharing, encourages exploration and ideation, challenges constructively, and supports individuals in their professional and personal journeys. At Antheia, you can expect to be inspired bythe science, by your teammates, and by the opportunity wehave tobring about change in the pharmaceutical industry.

Job Description

Antheia is hiringaSenior Directorof Facilities Operations and Capital Projects.TheSenior Director ofFacilities Operations and Capital Projectswillinclude oversight of the following; Real Estate, Facilities & Maintenance, Security,EH&S,IT Administration, Lab Operationsand Workplace.This personisresponsible fordirect leadership contributing to the achievement of site and company goals, and for managing site services and site development in a very cost-efficient manner.The ideal candidate has experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and supporting the needs of multiple stakeholders with projects ranging from standard maintenance to full site construction.

• Responsible for the day-to-day facility operations, upkeep, and maintenance of a multi-site business with extensive lab and manufacturing scope.
• Manage security for a 24/7 operated facility licensed by the DEA for the manufacture of controlled substances.
• Overseeand direct the development,constructionand altercation of physical facilities at site locations, including design development with architects,selectionof contractors and subcontractors, project management, and the establishment and monitoring of budgets for these projects.
• Plan, budget, and execute all equipment and facility-related capital projects, emphasizing delivery on budget and timeline efficiency.
• Evaluates and prioritizes new upcoming facilities projects by creating budgets and timelines to meet company goals.
• Develop and manage a portfolio of critical vendor/contractor relationships to support building needsacross the full portfolio of sites.
• Manage support for day-to-dayLab operations management forlabs across all sites.
• Manage and prepare department budget for spaceutilization, standard office furniture, capital and leasehold items, time and material maintenance and equipment maintenance, workplace services, EH&Ssupportand IT needs.
• Negotiates new lease agreements with current and potential building ownership/managementand acts as primary contact for landlords
• Oversee facilities maintenance activities and budgets across all Antheia sites.
• Act as lead for auditing/inspection programs.
• Provides comprehensive site reporting for the company and regulatory requirements.
• Oversee occupational and industrial safety, risk managementeffortsand processes.
• Benchmarks technology against major competitors andimplementsnecessary changes to keep site aligned with industry.
• Ensure compliance with all applicable local,state,and federal regulations (DEA,EPA, FDA/Regulatory agencies).
• Enhance tools available for conducting business (hardware/software) while managing a tight budget.
• Clearly communicate project timelines and hold teams accountable for on-time, on-budget delivery.
• Provide overall directions and sets priorities for the site improvement projects and activities.
• Responsible forthe effective 24/7 uninterrupted support of facilities operational activities and security.
• Bachelor’s Degree inEngineering, Architecture, or related fields are preferred. Professional registration and/or certifications asappropriate.
• Minimum qualifications include8 yearsof facilitiesexperience,including5years of managementexperience,preferably in Biotech, Pharmaceutical or Chemical Industry. Preferably, experience should be broad based, including facilities, utilities, project management and construction management, and service contract management.
• Experience working withappropriate governmentagencies for permitting and approval of complex projectsrequired.
• Direct experience with FDA and DEAarea plus.
• Mustpossessa history of strong leadership, deep practical facilities, safety and environmental knowledge and a proventrack recordfortimelyproject delivery, project management, costcontroland customer satisfaction.
• Technically proficient in industry standard systems / software applicationssuch asAutoCAD,Revit, Bluebeam,CMMS,etc., plusMicrosoft Office Suite(specifically Word, Excel, Outlook, and general working knowledge of Internet for business use).
• Ability tocomprehendhigh-level business strategyobjectivesand effectively develop / execute ‘roadmaps’,milestones, detailed implementation plans and KPI’s.
• Ability to effectively collaborate and communicate with all Company functional areas (e.g.,ProcessDevelopment, Quality/Regulatory,Manufacturing, Commercial, Legal, Human Resources,Finance,and Leadership).
• Strong financial acumen with ability to perform detailed cost analyses, manage budgets, perform make vs. buy scenarios, andidentifyareas for cost reductions.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with others in a positive, collaborative manner. Ability to work well oncross-functional basis internally and with business partners.
• Work effectively in a team environment and interface closely with other departments within the organization.

COMPENSATION

Full-time base salary range of $235,000 - $280,000 plus plus an annual bonus potential and equity opportunities. Compensation will be adjusted based on applicant's location.

[1] This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Please note that Antheia doesn't discriminate based on age, race, ethnicity, national origin, religion, gender, sexual orientation, disability, medical history, and other non-merit characteristics.

For full-time employees, Antheia offers a comprehensive total rewards package.Part-time(<30 hours per week) andtemporaryroles are not eligible for Company sponsored benefits.

• Comprehensive compensation package, which includes annual bonus potential and equity opportunities
• Paid time off, in addition to company-observed holidays
• Excellent medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Free access to the Menlo Park Labs Gym
• Menlo Park Labs free shuttle service to CalTrain, BART Station, and SF
  

Antheia is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, marital status, age, national origin, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical conditions, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), taking or requesting statutorily protected leave, or any other basis protected by law. In addition, Antheia prohibits the harassment of any individual on any of the bases listed above or any other characteristics protected under federal, state, or local laws.

Legal authorization to work in the United States is required. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification form upon hire..