Construction Project Manager - Hospital Support Services Administration

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

This position plans & oversees 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. Goals are attained by interacting with the Office of Planning, Sustainability and Project Management, Architects, Consultants, Subcontractors, Suppliers and Company Staff.

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.
• Prepare 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.
• Participate in developing communication plans of improvement/change efforts.
• Perform other related duties and participate in special projects as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, construction management, architecture, or a closely related field.
• Two (2) years (24 months) of commercial construction management experience.
• Working knowledge of building construction and maintenance codes and standards, including healthcare related life safety codes.
• Working knowledge of engineering design and shop practices.
• Working knowledge of mechanical, electrical and plumbing systems. Working knowledge of NFPA, IDPH, TJC, FGI codes and regulations.
• Capability of comprehending engineering and architectural design documents.
• Must be knowledgeable of equipment specifications, inspection procedures and applicable codes and familiarity with blueprints.

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.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated experience in a healthcare environment preferred.
• Demonstrated project management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrated analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Strong health care industry knowledge and experience working in a hospital setting highly preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, management and communication skills. Knowledge of Microsoft Office.

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.

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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.

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