Construction Sr Project Manager
Company: Houston Methodist Hospital
Location: Houston
Posted on: October 19, 2024
Job Description:
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.
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.
- Conducts self in a manner that is congruent with the business
mission, vision and values, cultural diversity, equity and
inclusion principles. 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 form of results expected. Informs management and
stakeholders of budget, schedule and items of special interest or
risks. Processes paperwork including authorizations for
expenditures (AFE), requests for proposals, contracts and purchase
orders promptly maintaining project schedule and scope.
- Written documentation and follow up is timely and accurate when
distributed to appropriate parties. Assures meeting minutes are
issued and roles and responsibilities are identified and
communicated.
QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Reviews construction bids/proposal contractual agreements,
pricing and selection of vendors and contractors. Facilitates and
monitors compliance with HM design standards. Assures projects meet
or exceeds all codes and licensing requirements.
- Utilizes data gathering tools and methods to analyze and gather
data needed for project requirements. Communicates and disseminates
timely data analysis and findings to management and appropriate
entities and/or identified committees. Reports identified
risks/issues to project team for resolution.
- Maintains overall oversight of the project procurement
processes and overall durations involved with submittal review and
lead time impacts to ensure project schedule impacts are minimized
that may arise for any reason. Generates and communicates new ideas
and suggestions that improve quality or service.
- Maintains and contributes to a safe environment through the
management of pre-construction risk assessment (PCRA), interim life
safety measures (ILSM), environment, health and safety (EHS),
Utility Shut Down, and other HM life safety polices.
FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Maintains overall oversight of the project procurement
processes and overall durations involved with submittal review and
lead time impacts to ensure project schedule impacts are minimized
that may arise for any reason.
- Maintains accurate records throughout project initiation,
planning, procurement, design, construction and close out phases
consistently monitoring scope, budget & schedule to ensure
successful delivery of project with timely close out.
- Utilizes data gathering tools and methods to analyze and gather
data needed for project requirements. Identifies cost saving or
revenue opportunities. Leverages resources and technical knowledge
to solve complex and highly visible project issues. Manages time
effectively to meet established timelines.
GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Maintains awareness of ongoing market and industry trends as
well as staying current with healthcare and construction products
and trends.
- Identifies self-development needs and takes appropriate action.
Accepts feedback and changes behavior appropriately. Ensures own
career discussions occur with management. Completes and updates the
My Development Plan.
This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the
employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job
duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise
job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Engineering, Construction
Management or related field
WORK 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 - REQUIRED
- N/A
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - PREFERRED
- Architect Certification OR
- Professional Engineer (PE) License - State Licensure
KNOWLEDGE, 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
constructionSUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS
WORK ATTIRE
- Uniform No
- Scrubs No
- Business professional Yes
- Other (department approved) YesON-CALL*
*Note that employees may be required to be on-call during
emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless
of selection below.
- On Call* NoTRAVEL**
**Travel specifications may vary by department**
- May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area
Yes
- May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area YesCompany
Profile:Houston Methodist Hospital is recognized by U.S. News &
World Report as the No. 1 hospital in Texas (two-way tie) and one
of America's "Best Hospitals." As a full-service, acute-care
hospital located in the Texas Medical Center and the flagship
hospital of Houston Methodist, it has evolved into one of the
nation's largest nonprofit teaching hospitals and a leader in
innovative medical research with a comprehensive residency program.
Two of Houston Methodist's primary academic affiliates are among
the nation's leading health care organizations: Weill Cornell
Medicine and New York-Presbyterian Hospital. Houston Methodist also
has affiliations with Texas A&M University and the University
of Houston. With 948 operating beds, 85 operating rooms and more
than 8,400 employees, Houston Methodist Hospital offers
unparalleled care for thousands of patients from around the
world.Houston Methodist is an equal opportunity employer inclusive
of women, minorities, disabled persons and veterans.Equal
Employment OpportunityHouston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity
Employer.Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept
to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will
not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person
employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis
of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity,
national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or
other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor -
priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
Keywords: Houston Methodist Hospital, Baytown , Construction Sr Project Manager, Professions , Houston, Texas
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