Construction Project Manager - Healthcare

Construction Project Manager - Healthcare

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Safework’s Healthcare Project Manager (PM) is responsible for the overall planning, coordination, and successful delivery of healthcare construction projects within California’s highly regulated environment. The PM oversees all phases of project delivery, from preconstruction through closeout, ensuring compliance with OSHPD/HCAI standards, adherence to budget and schedule, and alignment with client expectations. The PM serves as the primary point of contact between the client, design teams, contractors, regulatory agencies, and internal staff, maintaining clear communication, effective leadership, and a commitment to patient safety and operational excellence in healthcare environments.

• Manage all aspects of healthcare construction projects including scope, schedule, budget, and quality.
• Coordinate with design teams, contractors, and hospital representatives throughout design and construction phases.
• Ensure compliance with HCAI (formerly OSHPD) requirements, including plan review, field inspections, and closeout documentation.
• Prepare and maintain project budgets, forecasts, schedules, and risk assessments.
• Lead project meetings, issue progress reports, and ensure proactive communication among stakeholders.
• Oversee procurement and contract administration for consultants and contractors.
• Ensure adherence to infection control, interim life safety measures, and hospital operational protocols during construction.
• Identify and resolve project issues and conflicts efficiently to maintain project momentum.
• Support and mentor Assistant Project Managers or Project Engineers as needed.
• Foster long‑term client relationships through professionalism, trust, and results‑driven service.

• Education:
  
  Bachelor’s degree in Construction Management, Engineering, Architecture, or related field.
• Experience:
  
  Minimum 5–7 years of progressive experience in construction or project management, with at least 3–5 years specifically managing healthcare projects in California.
• Regulatory Knowledge:
  Strong understanding of California Building Code, Title 24, HCAI/OSHPD processes, and healthcare facility requirements.
• Technical
  
  Skills:
  
  Proficiency in Microsoft Project, Bluebeam, Procore, or equivalent project management software.
• Communication:
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills with proven ability to lead meetings, write reports, and interface effectively with healthcare clients.
• Leadership:
  Demonstrated ability to lead multidisciplinary teams and manage multiple projects concurrently.

• Experience working in active healthcare environments (acute care, outpatient, behavioral health, etc.).
• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to anticipate project challenges and develop proactive mitigation strategies.
• Commitment to safety, quality, and client satisfaction.

Safework offers a comprehensive, competitive benefits package, including health, dental, vision, and retirement plans, as well as professional development opportunities.

Safework is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions on the basis of merit. We prohibit unlawful discrimination based on race, color, creed, gender, religion, marital status, registered domestic partner status, age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, and medical conditions including genetic characteristics, sexual orientation, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state or local laws.

This commitment applies to all persons involved in Safework operations and prohibits unlawful discrimination by any employee.