Construction Project Manager - Healthcare Facility Operations & Life Safety
University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)
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Posted: 15-Oct-24
Location: Chicago, Illinois
Type: Full Time
Categories:
Patient Safety
Sector:
Hospital, Public and Private
Required Education:
4 Year Degree
Internal Number: -
Construction Project Manager - Healthcare Facility Operations & Life Safety
Hiring Department: Healthcare Facility Operations & Life Safety
Hiring Unit: University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System
Location: Chicago, IL USA
Requisition ID: 1027792
Posting Close Date: 10/28/2024
Position Number: CF4473
About the University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health)
The University of Illinois Hospital & Health Sciences System (UI Health) provides comprehensive care, education, and research to the people of Illinois and beyond. A part of the University of Illinois at Chicago (UIC), UI Health comprises a clinical enterprise that includes a 495-bed tertiary care hospital, 22 outpatient clinics, and 13 Mile Square Health Center facilities, which are Federally Qualified Health Centers. It also includes the seven UIC health science colleges: the College of Applied Health Sciences; the College of Dentistry; the School of Public Health; the Jane Addams College of Social Work; and the Colleges of Medicine, Pharmacy, and Nursing, including regional campuses in Peoria, Quad Cities, Rockford, Springfield, and Urbana. UI Health is dedicated to the pursuit of health equity.
This is a full-time and benefits eligible position. UIC offers competitive salaries commensurate with experience. In addition all full time benefits eligible positions include a comprehensive benefits package which include; Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability & AD&D insurance, a defined benefit pension plan as well as paid leave which includes; Vacation, Holiday and Sick. In addition we offer tuition waivers for employees and dependents. Click for a complete list of Employee Benefits
UI Health is seeking a Construction Project Manager to join our Healthcare Facility Operations & Life Safety team. This role reports to the Director, Healthcare Facility Operations & Life Safety, and is responsible for planning and overseeing the building process of multiple construction projects from start to finish for the health enterprise. This will include managing a portfolio of projects of strategic and operational importance to the organization in addition to developing and maintaining a dashboard to track progress towards organizational goals. Duties include reviewing cost estimates, budgets, contracting, purchasing, scheduling of work and shutdowns, documenting and closing-out of projects, with the goal of meeting or exceeding expectations. The Construction Project Manager will work closely with managers, directors, and analysts to identify areas for improvement. Creating an engaging culture, providing an ideal patient experience, planning for strategic growth, and ensuring a sustainable future.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Responsible for the overseeing the development of project work plans and performance metrics, monitor work plans and metrics to assure activities are executed on-time and on-budget, coordinate the internal and external resources to complete activities as assigned.
Knowledgeable regarding to Environment of Care and Life Safety Standard associated with construction and renovation projects in the healthcare and ambulatory environments.
Monitors construction schedules, construction project progress, conducts construction site inspections and safety reviews, resource allocations, and performance of contractors regarding quality of work; makes recommendations to keep the project on target and within budget; implements corrective actions and decision-making regarding delays and immediate needs.
Initiate Construction Exhibits and ensures completion of construction projects in accordance with the project plan and that the results meet requirements regarding scope, schedule, budget, quality, and university, state and federal codes, rules, and regulations.
Responsible for leading an assigned portfolio of projects/ initiatives through active engagement of Executive Leadership and all stakeholders.
Lead activities including project proposal/ charter definition, budget development, resource allocation, management, information distribution and meeting facilitation.
Develop, execute and manage detailed project/work plans, schedules, project estimates for resource requirements and status reports. Manages activities of project staff and acts as central coordinator of project communication.
Conduct effective issue resolution and conflict management skills throughout the process to ensure the team continues to move forward. Develop, implement, and maintain performance dashboards to provide transparency into growth, access, patient experience, and financial performance metrics across clinics.
Responsible for tracking, monitoring, and communicating monthly, quarterly, and yearly progress in line with the Ambulatory Department’s strategic plan, goals, and metrics.
Work collaboratively with and take professional guidance from the Chief Ambulatory Operations Officer.
Collaborate with UI Health resources and committees to create strategies to increase clinical program visibility and outreach to serve the community and reduce health disparities.
Involved in developing communication plans of improvement/change efforts Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications Required:
Bachelor’s degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a closely related field.
Two (2) years (24 months) of commercial construction management experience.NOTE: Master’s Degree in an area consistent with the duties of the position may be substituted for one (1) year (12 months) of work experience.
To Apply:
For fullest consideration click on the Apply Now button, please fully complete all sections of the online application including adding your full work history with specific details of your duties & responsibilities for each position held. Fully complete the education, licensure, certification and language sections. You may upload a resume, cover letter, certifications, licensures, transcripts and diplomas within the application.
Please note that once you have submitted your application you will not be able to make any changes. In order to revise your application you must withdraw and reapply. You will not be able to reapply after the posting close date. Please ensure the application is fully completed and all supporting documents have been uploaded before the posting close date. Illinois Residency is required within 180 days of employment.
The University of Illinois System is an equal opportunity employer, including but not limited to disability and/or veteran status, and complies with all applicable state and federal employment mandates. Please visit Required Employment Notices and Posters to view our non-discrimination statement and find additional information about required background checks, sexual harassment/misconduct disclosures, and employment eligibility review through E-Verify.