Project Manager, Construction and Facilities

Position Summary: The Project Manager, Construction and Facilities (PMCF) is responsible for the day-to-day management of projects based on best practices under the direction of the Planning, Design and Construction (PDC) Director. The PMCF will also have an indirect line assisting the secondary needs of the Directors of Facilities and Environment of Care. The primary focus includes managing the planning and oversight of multiple construction and renovation projects for Gila River Health Care. The Project Manager coordinates all project phases including, but not limited to, inspections, project accounting, safety, Tribal and Federal regulations, plan review, and implementation. The Project Manager assists the PDC department and supports the Facilities and Environmental Services Director in leading project teams, prepares project status reports, assesses resource needs, develops, and maintains project schedules and budgets, and integration with all projects.

Critical Tasks:

• The PMCF consults and makes recommendations to the PDC Director and is responsible in leading project teams, preparing project status reports, assessing resource needs, and develop and maintain project schedules and budgets.
• Oversees management and maintenance of occupied/unoccupied buildings and building equipment as applicable and assigned.
• Monitors and consults with internal/external parties involve in various projects; works with contractors and Architects to ensure code compliance; monitors progress in meeting project deadlines and project budgets; inspects workmanship quality and completeness of work.
• Reviews, tracks and monitors lease agreements and previews potential leasing sites; determines build-out costs and leasing options; makes recommendations relating to leasehold improvements.
• Supports with managing and supervising Environment of Care and environmental remediation issues; coordinates and participates with capital and special building projects; plans building renovations, reconfigurations, relocations, and other building maintenance projects; meets with project consultants and architects to review/approve design concepts, construction plans, and specifications.
• Participates in development and implements long and short-term plans, goals, and objectives for the department; evaluates efficiency and effectiveness of department operations, methods, procedures, and use resources; implements improvements, as needed; develops, updates, and implements department policies and procedures, as appropriate.
• Coordinates internal resources and vendors for execution of projects on time, within scope and within budget and maintains project-tracking spreadsheets.
• Participates in on-site visits, and oversees action plans to address vendor partner performance gaps and risks.
• Prepares status reports to inform management of the status and implementation plans of programs and project initiatives.
• Controls expenses by gathering and submitting budget information, scheduling expenditures, monitoring variances, and implementing corrective actions.
• Maintains project documentation and provides frequent written status reports.
• Facilitates project meetings, ensures customer expectations are being met as delineated in statements and scope of work, service level agreements and project plans. Assists in the gathering of closeout documents at the end of the project, Limited design work for space panning.
• Ensures project compliance and documentation with all regulatory agencies governing facilities development and construction related to the health care industry; ensures all permits and required inspections occur.
• Maintains a clean, safe, and hygienic work environment in compliance with all policies and procedures including, but not limited to, work areas, workstations, examination rooms, hand washing, infection prevention and control, etc. for this position.
• Demonstrates an understanding of, and proficiency with, the application of all compliance and reporting requirements respective to Joint Commission Certification (JCC) standards, accomplishing related results as needed and complies with all facility policies and procedures, including, but not limited to those addressing HIPAA and Compliance.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Architecture, Engineering or Construction Management, or a related field from an accredited college or university.
• Minimum of 5 years of clinical or project management experience.
• Minimum of 5 years work experience within the construction industry.
• Minimum of 5 years of management experience in coordinating Facilities improvement projects.
• State of Arizona Driver’s License with no significant violations during the last 5 years.
• If applicable, equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered, and must be directly related to the functions and responsibilities of the job.