Construction Project Manager - VHC Health

VHC Health is seeking an experienced Construction Project Manager to oversee the planning, design, implementation, and tracking of a range of construction projects from inception through completion. This role is responsible for managing both short-term and long-term projects, ensuring they align with VHC Health's high standards for quality and efficiency. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in construction management, with an emphasis on effective collaboration with stakeholders, budget control, and a commitment to maintaining project timelines and safety standards.

Job Description

Purpose & Scope:

Oversees the planning, design, implementation and tracking of short term and long term construction projects.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in architecture, civil engineering, construction management, or a related field required.

Experience:

Four years of construction experience in institutional construction, facilities planning, or healthcare is required.

One year of experience in physical plant operations and construction - building renovations is required.

Certification/Licensure:

PMP preferred.

Duties:

• The Project Manager will consult with, assist and make recommendations to the hospital on all aspects of planning for the project constructions.

• Provides comprehensive leadership and coordination for the facilities project delivery process. 
  Will review the architectural, civil, mechanical, electrical and structural plans and specifications as they are being developed and advise and make recommendations with respect to such factors as construction feasibility, possible economics, availability of materials and labor, time requirements for procurement and construction and project costs.

• Manage multiple projects and teams ensuring their secure, safe, and environmentally sound operations that support Virginia Hospital Center’s infection prevention protocols by demonstrating the functional use of Infection Control Risk Assessment tools including containment, negative air, HEPA filtration, flexible personnel and material egress, as well as interim life safety measures, and monitoring techniques for patient safety and a timely, cost-effective completion of their projects.

• Will make recommendations for and process request for changes in the work and maintain records of change orders.

• Develops, implements and evaluates budget plan and cost control policies.

• Will prepare a budget estimate based on a quality survey of the plans and specifications at the preliminary stage at development.

• Will prepare a final cost estimate when plans and specifications are complete.

• Will review plans and specifications to eliminate areas of conflict and overlapping in the work to be performed by the various trades.

• Will recommend for purchase and expedite the procurement of long-lead items to ensure their delivery by required dates.

• Will inspect the work as it is being performed until final completion and accepted by the Department Head to assure that the materials furnished and work performed are in accordance with the working drawings and specifications.

• Ensures that institution and user groups’ needs are met related to functional, aesthetic and business objectives. Essential Duties-PM Construction

Hospital Information:

VHC Health is a 453-bed not-for-profit nationally recognized Hospital and teaching facility that has been delivering high quality care to the Washington, DC metropolitan area for over 75 years. As the only health system in the Mid-Atlantic region selected to be a part of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, we are proud to be a member so we can excel our level of patient care and provider resources. Recent accomplishments include the opening of our massive Outpatient Pavilion and VHC becoming the Washington Commanders Football provider for women's health as of 2023. VHC Health is a designated Level II Trauma Center and a recognized Magnet Facility by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. At VHC Health, we are always striving to provide continued excellence and growth for our employees as well as top notch care for our patients and that is made clear with our recent accomplishments!

Pay & Benefits: Commensurate with experience. Team members are eligible to receive benefits on the first day of the month following the date of hire, with 30 days to apply for benefits of choice.

• Employee-Led Engagement and Wellness Committee dedicated to make work a fun and healthy place to work

• Annual Employee Survey – Your Voice is Heard at VHC!

• Paid Major Holidays

• Generous Paid Time Off / Vacation / Sick Time

• Health Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Student Loan Repayment

• Career Counseling, Leadership Development and Training

• Clinical and Research Pathways Eligible

• Annual Merit Review and Merit Increases

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Health Savings Account (HSA)

• Health Fitness & Education Class Discounts

• Employee Wellness Benefits

• Hospital Discount for Employees and Family

• VHC Health Outpatient Pharmacy

• VHC Retirement Program

• Workforce Enhancement Program

• Work/Life Discounts Program

• Free onsite parking

• Commuter Benefits

• Family Leave

• 401(k) + Match

• and much more!