Senior Construction Project Manager - Healthcare

Description

Job Title: Senior Project Manager – Healthcare Division Project Focus
Locations: Boston
- South Shore
- Rhode Island - MA Southwest

Office

Location:

Downtown Boston or North Reading MA (this is an in-office role)
Department: Healthcare

At Columbia Construction
, we don’t just build buildings—we build relationships, trust, and excellence into every square foot. For over 100 years, we’ve redefined what it means to be a construction partner by leading with integrity, collaboration, and a hands‑on approach. That philosophy lives in The Columbia Way
:
Do the right thing. Always deliver. Be collaborative. Get better every day. Be all in.

As a Senior Project Manager in our growing Healthcare Division
, you’ll lead complex healthcare construction projects from preconstruction through closeout—ensuring every milestone is delivered with precision, safety, and purpose. You'll drive high‑performing teams, act as a trusted advisor to our clients, and be a champion of Columbia’s values across every phase of the project lifecycle.

This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and strong communicator with extensive healthcare experience and a desire to work on high‑impact, technically complex projects.

• Lead all phases of construction for healthcare projects of all sizes (up to and over $30M+), including planning, execution, and turnover.
• Direct weekly owner, subcontractor, and internal coordination meetings.
• Prepare, maintain, and manage detailed project schedules and ensure critical milestones are met.

• Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with clients, owners, architects, and consultants.
• Ensure a consistent high level of client satisfaction throughout the life of the project.
• Represent Columbia as a client advocate and problem solver at every step.

• Manage all financial aspects of the project including budgets, billing, forecasting, and cost-to-complete analysis.
• Monitor contractual risk transfer (CRT) to verify scopes, contracts, and insurance compliance.
• Own and lead the procurement process across the project team.

• Mentor and coach project team members including Assistant PMs, Project Engineers, and Superintendents.
• Create an environment of accountability, support, and continuous improvement.
• Lead by example and actively drive “The Columbia Way” within your team and across the company.

• 10+ years of experience as a Project Manager or Senior PM in the construction industry.
• Significant experience with healthcare construction
  , especially in active hospital environments
  .
• Proven success managing large‑scale ($30M+) healthcare projects
  , preferably in the Longwood Medical Area or similar environments.
• Deep knowledge of project financials, scheduling, contracts, risk management, and compliance.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills—written, verbal, and visual.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, scheduling tools (e.g. MS Project or P6), and project management software.
• A collaborative, proactive leadership style that embodies Columbia’s core values.
• Ability to travel to project sites, including but not limited to Boston, South Shore, Rhode Island, Southwestern MA, etc.
• Ability to work primarily from one of our offices in either downtown Boston or HQ in North Reading MA.

• Split between office and fieldwork, including walking active jobsites, climbing ladders, and navigating uneven surfaces.
• Use of PPE (hard hats, safety glasses, protective clothing) is required on site.
• Flexibility to work extended hours, nights, or weekends when needed during key project phases.
• We offer a culture that values balance
  —personal and professional. Our teams support each other, share knowledge freely, and celebrate wins together. That’s The Columbia Way in action.

At Columbia, you’re not just another PM—you’re a trusted leader and respected partner. You’ll be surrounded by smart, driven professionals who take pride in what they build, who they build it with, and how they get it done. You’ll…