Senior Construction Project Manager - Onsite

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What will you be doing: The Senior Construction Project Manager supervises the development of all assigned projects from inception through project close-out and is responsible for the successful delivery of these projects and includes larger more complex health system projects (ie. $20M+, multi-phased acute-care, ground-up, or technically-driven projects) that span a variety of project types, size and budget. The Senior Construction Project Manager is responsible for directing and managing outsourced construction management firms, architectural firms, and general contractors. Additionally, the Senior Construction Project Manager collaborates and works with the department architects, resource accounting and support staff from initial project inception through successful project completion. Oversees construction projects assigned at the Main Medical Center and/or off-site, including the scheduling of and coordination of vendors, supervising progress and providing progress reports including through internal project management software, meetings and reporting structures.

• Responsible for managing team assigned to departmental projects. Specifically, for Project Management, Cost Control, Technical Advisory Staff etc. This includes larger more sophisticated project types across the health system
• Participates in entire project evaluation and development. Makes appropriate project recommendations to the department manager and department project managers concerning cost, scheduling and construction issues.
• Manages work of department staff on all new projects including Support Specialist, Project Coordinators, Planner/Designer, Interiors staff, Signage/Wayfinding and Administrative Assistants. Works closely with users and stakeholders to budget their time and commitment in order to receive the appropriate operational feedback and input.
• Initiates and participates in productivity and quality improvements, including benchmarking with other facilities and monitoring progress. Leads efforts to improve project delivery, internal processes and procedures through participation in task forces, internal meetings and may participate in system-wide committees related to construction safety, infection control and jurisdictional and accreditation requirements.
• Prepares, reviews and monitors budgets and all project dollar expenditure financial performance. Uses knowledge to assist in broader departmental budgeting exercises.
• Oversees the construction process including the scheduling of vendors, monitoring of progress and providing progress reports. Reviews and evaluates the general condition of the project location as it applies to current or future projects.
• Monitors project compliance with all Medical Center polices, OSHPD policies, OSHA requirements, federal/state/local regulations and Joint Commission requirements.
• Serves as both part of the design team and construction team. Makes contact on a routine basis with customers and works closely with all Facilities Management team members to improve customer service, including other internal departments that contribute to the successful delivery of projects. Will act as an example to others in the department through mentorship and conducting departmental training.
• Oversees the Maintenance and updating of project data into a CSMC project management and as-built plan system. This includes establishing new procedures and processes to improve project delivery and data maintenance.
• Identifies risk areas, and develops and implements mitigation plans.
• Serves as point of escalation for resolution of complex construction related issues, disputes, and disagreements.
• Oversees change management process and manages large changes and disputes.

Qualifications Experience Requirements: Ten (10) plus years of experience in the construction and renovation of health care facilities is required with proven track record to coordinate all phases of health facility construction.

Solid grasp with interpreting and applying knowledge of State, Federal and Agency standards to follow regulations. This includes developing relationships and partnerships with jurisdictions.

Knowledge of accounting principles to create and oversee budget(s). Demonstrate knowledge to provide feedback and input on developing, managing, and forecasting for construction budgets.

Educational/Certification Requirements: High School Diploma/GED.

Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Architecture, Engineering, or related field. (preferred)

PMP (Project Management Professional) preferred.