Project Manager - Planning Design & Construction

Overview

This role is responsible for overseeing assigned capital projects at application enterprise locations. This includes full lifecycle project management—from planning and design through construction and project closeout. The role ensures successful execution of all project phases by coordinating with internal stakeholders, external consultants, contractors, and regulatory bodies to deliver projects on time, within budget, and in compliance with applicable codes and standards.

• Manage planning, design, and construction of capital projects, including new buildings and renovations at applicable enterprise locations.
• Coordinate and oversee both external contractors and in‑house maintenance staff during construction and renovation activities.
• Develop, maintain, and take accountability for project scope, schedule, and budget in alignment with client needs and organizational goals.
• Assist in preparation and management of contracts for architectural and engineering consultants and oversee design activities through construction administration.
• Lead bidding, award, and construction execution processes to ensure projects are delivered safely, efficiently, and on schedule.
• Oversee ancillary project components such as telecommunications/data coordination and relocation services.

• Bachelor’s Degree in construction management, architecture, or engineering.
• 5 years directly related experience in healthcare or higher education capital project management.
• Strong working knowledge of Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing (MEP) systems in healthcare, laboratory, and medical office environments.
• Awareness of current industry trends and emerging technologies in MEP design.
• Familiarity with AutoCAD and Revit for basic tasks and file manipulation.
• Proficient in project management software including eBuilder, Microsoft Office, and Microsoft Project.
• Working knowledge of building codes relevant to healthcare and research facilities.
• Understanding of regulatory agencies such as the State Department of Health, City of Philadelphia, New Jersey Department of Health, and The Joint Commission.

• Engineering, architectural, construction management, facilities management, or related certificates, licenses, and registrations.

Lift and carry 25 lbs. Frequent sitting/standing, frequent keyboard use. Patient care providers may be required to perform activities specific to their role including kneeling, bending, squatting and performing CPR.

Jefferson offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full‑time and part‑time colleagues, including medical (including prescription), supplemental insurance, dental, vision, life and AD&D insurance, short‑ and long‑term disability, flexible spending accounts, retirement plans, tuition assistance, as well as voluntary benefits, which provide colleagues with access to group rates on insurance and discounts. Colleagues have access to tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University after one year of full time service or two years of part time service.

All colleagues, including those who work less than part‑time (including per diem colleagues, adjunct faculty, and Jeff Temps), have access to medical (including prescription) insurance.

Jefferson is committed to providing equal educational and employment opportunities for all persons without regard to age, race, color, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military status, veteran status, handicap or disability or any other protected group or status.

1101 Market, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, United States of America