At Houston Methodist, the Construction Senior (Sr.) Project Manager position is responsible for assuring highly complex or highly visible construction/renovation projects are designed and completed in accordance within approved program, budget, and schedule, and in a manner consistent with Hospital needs, procedures and policies. This position with, minimal supervision, is an effective liaison between Houston Methodist (HM), the Hospital client department, and consultants, contractors, regulatory agencies, and others. The Construction Sr Project Manager must be able to manage multiple highly complex or highly visible projects simultaneously and must be familiar with all aspects of healthcare facility design and construction. This position provides innovative recommendations and solutions to assure successful execution and stabilization of processes. The Construction Sr Project Manager position regularly provides and disseminates project analyses, assignment, timelines and progress reports to leadership, as appropriate.
FLSA STATUS
Exempt
QUALIFICATIONS
EDUCATION Bachelor’s degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction Management or related field
EXPERIENCE Seven years’ experience with the skills and knowledge of construction management, knowledge of construction/installation methodologies, planning and scheduling processes, contract terms, building codes, financial reporting and monitoring systems
Healthcare experience preferred
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
Preferred Architect Certification or
Professional Engineer (PE) License - State Licensure
SKILLS AND ABILITIES Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations
Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security
Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles
High level of interpersonal skills to develop relationships with colleagues and clients, gain the cooperation of others, communicate effectively regarding complex information, and negotiate terms and conditions with contractors
Strong analytical skills to develop and manage complex construction projects and resolve problems
Significant autonomous decision-making
Strong presentation skills, for management meetings and preparation of plans and reports
Strong knowledge of construction related to professional and medical office buildings and healthcare related construction
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Establishes and maintains clear and concise communication, leading and initiating problem resolution related to the project scope. Identifies needs and constraints of project scope and status availability. Facilitates communication, managing stakeholder expectations. Takes responsibility for constructively resolving problems.
Works with clients to understand their needs, developing project goals and leveling expectations. Executes project requests from customers and department leadership. Serves as an effective liaison between multiple client groups, consultants, contractors, regulatory agents, vendors and stakeholders across various levels of management. Responds promptly to internal and external customer requests.
Initiates improvement recommendations for department scores for employee engagement, i.e. peer-to-peer accountability.
SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS Navigates through diverse project constraints and often conflicting requirements; establishing the most effective, code compliant solutions that deliver the most functionality to the end users. Delivers on commitment in a timely fashion.
Updates project reports as appropriate. Ensures assignments are received in the…