Construction Project Manager, PDC

Position Title:

Construction Project Manager, PDC

Department:

Planning & Construction

Job Description:

General Description: The Project Manager, Construction represents OUH throughout projects by planning, organizing, leading, and controlling projects efficiently and effectively. This position requires in-depth knowledge of construction skills in a healthcare setting with multiple new construction and renovation related projects ongoing simultaneously. Daily management of construction activities to ensure safety, code, and regulatory compliance within designated budgets and schedules. 

Essential Responsibilities:

Responsibilities listed in this section are core to the position.  Inability to perform these responsibilities, with or without an accommodation, may result in disqualification from the position. 

• Directs and coordinates activities for General Contractors and sub-contractors to include new construction and remodeling to existing structures.
• Verifies and acts as an OUH representative for acceptance for final close out and acceptance documents.
• Performs constructability reviews and works with architects on alternate materials and details.
• Works with key stakeholders to finalize time frames, alternate methods, and acceptance for utility shutdowns and Interim Life Safety initiatives based off pre-construction risk assessments.
• Develops project plans, leads assigned projects to completion, and troubleshoots problems that develop during construction.
• Hosts project meetings to communicate project initiatives to all team members.
• Assists in determining high level, budgetary, and working cost estimates with projected timelines.
• Performs project pre-construction activities.
• Meets with Department Directors to establish appropriate scope of projects and verification of funding sources. 
• Plans, directs, and coordinates activities of in-house managed projects.
• Assists in determining materials and supplies needed of in-house managed projects.
• Assists in preparing estimates for remodeling.
• Assists requestions for materials.
• Interprets work orders, blueprints, and other specifications on projects.
• Maintains records of the work performed for verification of record documents. 
• Oversees renovation and construction projects performed by outside contractors.
• Ensures compliance with all codes, standards, and safety guidelines.
• Develops procedures, if necessary, to correct all deficiencies found.
• Assists the Director with capital and project budgets.
• Manages assigned budgetary targets and documents changes to the budget via change orders.
• Coordinates with hospital directors to ensure project schedules are maintained with minor impact to patient care services.
• Reviews and critiques project schedules from outside contractors.
• Creates schedules of in-house managed projects.
• Reviews and approves pay applications with departmental staff members prior to releasing payments.
• Continually reviews submittals and RFI’s acting on behalf of the system. 
• Participates in interviews with applicants and recommends firms for construction projects.
• Works closely with internal departments of Biomedical, Environment of Care, Environmental Health & Safety, Infectious Prevention, Security, Facilities, ETS, and contracted architectural, engineering, and construction personnel.
• Reports on the progress of projects with direct manager and departmental employees on a regular basis. 

General Responsibilities:

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's Degree in Architecture, Engineering, or Construction Management required.

Experience: 5 years of experience in construction project management, including 3 years in a healthcare system, required.

License(s)/Certification(s)/Registration(s) Required: Certified Health Care Constructor (CHC) issued by the American Hospital Association required within 3 years of hire.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:  

• Knowledge of materials, methods, technology, standards, and equipment used within the commercial construction industry. 
• Strong knowledge of the healthcare industry and healthcare facilities.
• Knowledge of building codes and regulations.
• Proficient in scheduling, estimating, building construction sequency, and financial management.
• Experience in using project management software (Microsoft Office Suite, Bluebeam, Primavera, Trimble, etc.).
• Critical thinking, problem solving, relationship and team building skills, along with verbal and written skills.  

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OU Health is an equal opportunity employer. We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including PTO, 401(k), medical and dental plans, and many more. We know that a total benefits and compensation package, designed to meet your specific needs both inside and outside of the work environment, create peace of mind for you and your family.