CONSTRUCTION PROJECT MANAGER

POSITION SUMMARY:

This position is responsible for overseeing and implementing project management skills and knowledge for assigned projects. Reporting to the Chief Planning and Development Officer, the Project Manager ensures that Morris Heights Health Center’s capital/construction projects and initiatives are executed judiciously and efficiently. The Project Manager will liaise with the Director of Facilities, Director of Grants and internal project leads to coordinate and track project activities including budgets, advising the project team on actions that will ensure successful completion. The Project Manager is tasked with keeping the project on-time and within scope and budget. Regular status and trend reports are prepared and delivered to the CPDO at appropriate intervals.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• With guidance from the Chief Planning and Development Officer, develop plan construction project plans
• Collaborating with the CDPO and the Director of Facilities prepare contracts and take an active role in negotiating revisions to contractual agreements with architects, consultants, suppliers and subcontractors
• Ensure the timely completion of capital construction projects by developing a construction plan, scope of work and timeline that identifies milestones in project completion
• Inspect and review projects to monitor compliance with building and safety codes, and other regulations
• Oversee and monitor construction and project expenditures to ensure project remains on budget and prevent delays in payment for materials and services
• Ensure resource availability and allocation
• Visit construction/project site frequently and oversee the work being done by the project team and evaluate completion of tasks and provide feedback to appropriate stakeholders
• Report any delays, changes to the project scope, changes in project schedule and project costs, inclement weather or emergencies at construction site to the CPDO. Investigate damage, accidents, or delays at construction site(s) to ensure that proper procedures are being carried out
• Provide assistance and follow-through on necessary permits and licenses
• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects
• Review, verify and validate project invoices, change orders, and/or statements for payment/reimbursement
• Measure project performance using appropriate tools and techniques
• Successfully manage the relationship with all stakeholders
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks
• Establish and maintain relationships with third parties/vendors
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation
• Interface and coordinates with Information Technology and Clinical Informatics for appropriate project-related metrics baselines and tracking project progress.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelors’ Degree required. Bachelors’ Degree in Construction Management preferred.

• 3-5 years of project management/construction management experience, preferably within the healthcare field.

• PMP certification desired

• Strong command of MS Excel, Word, PowerPoint and Outlook

• Knowledge of MS Project desired

• Strong sense of teamwork

• Demonstrate integrity, flexibility, and a strong work ethic

• Detailed-oriented, strong follow-through skills, ability to take initiative, prioritize tasks, and work independently

• Demonstrate analytical ability, with attention to detail and systems aptitude

• Strong organizational skills are required

• Excellent communication skills (both oral and written), with, the ability to communicate across multiple functions and levels

• Must have manual dexterity

• Must be comfortable speaking in publicJob may require long days intermittently dependent on project deadlines.

• Travel as required