Director, Workplace Strategy Lead

• Lead strategic planning for Pfizer's global R&D real estate portfolio
• Develop and implement global and regional R&D site strategic plans
• Guide portfolio planning, site master planning, laboratory design and planning, and capital plan execution
• Identify cost savings, operational efficiency, sustainability, and innovation opportunities
• Represent R&D site and portfolio priorities in global GWE capital plan governance
• Lead cross-functional strategic projects from conception to completion within timelines and budgets
• Oversee project plans, estimates, cost phasing, scoping solutions, and senior leadership reviews
• Coordinate internal stakeholders, vendors, and consultants
• Enhance workplace experience and building operations through best practices, innovation, and technology solutions
• Align infrastructure, space utilization, and workplace experience strategies across global R&D
• Advise Therapeutic Area and Science Platform leaders on long-range real estate and space planning
• Communicate strategic updates, milestones, and outcomes to senior leadership and department heads
• Provide input to PMO, Sustainability, Engineering, and Program Management leaders on group strategy and processes
• Manage, mentor, and develop up to three direct reports

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Engineering, Architecture, Real Estate, Facilities Management, Life Sciences, or a related field
• Minimum of 8 years of progressive experience in project management, workplace strategy, or real estate/facilities portfolio planning
• Experience supporting R&D, laboratory, or scientific environments and enabling technology initiatives
• Strategic planning, project management, and real estate/facilities management experience in a highly matrixed, global organization
• Ability to lead, influence, and build consensus among senior science and business leaders
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects and prioritize tasks effectively
• Leadership experience leading cross-functional teams and driving change initiatives
• Proficiency in project management tools and software
• Ability to balance competing priorities across R&D therapeutic areas, science platforms, and global sites
• Ability to develop, implement, and govern global real estate/portfolio strategies
• Strong understanding of biotech/pharmaceutical R&D real estate needs, laboratory, and scientific space considerations
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements and industry best practices in real estate and facilities management
• Candidates must be authorized to be employed in the U.S. by any employer
• Position requires permanent work authorization in the United States
• U.S. work visa sponsorship is not available now or in the future
• Ability to travel globally approximately 25–30%
• Ability to work flexible hours across multiple global time zones

Demonstrates expertise in strategic planning and project management within global R&D real estate, with a strong focus on laboratory design, operational efficiency, and stakeholder collaboration. Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and implement innovative solutions that enhance workplace experience and align with organizational goals.

• Strategic Planning
• Project Management
• Real Estate Portfolio Management
• Laboratory Design
• Leadership Experience

• Project Management
• Real Estate Management
• Facilities Management
• Analytical Skills
• Problem-Solving
• Decision-Making
• Budget Management
• Cost Phasing
• Space Utilization
• Sustainability Initiatives

• Communication Skills
• Interpersonal Skills
• Influencing Skills
• Consensus Building
• Mentoring

• Biotech
• Pharmaceutical
• R&D
• Laboratory Environments
• Regulatory Requirements
• Best Practices
• Global Organization
• Workplace Strategy
• Capital Planning
• Innovation Opportunities

• Project Management Software
• Collaboration Tools
• Data Analysis Tools